If I had to dry clean my clothes for work can I write that off?

tonheath82 — Thu, 06 Jun 2019 09:28:14 GMT

If I have to dry clean my clothes for work can I write that off.

You can deduct the cost and upkeep of work clothes if the...

HelenaC — Thu, 06 Jun 2019 09:28:15 GMT

You can deduct the cost and upkeep of work clothes if the following two requirements are met:

Examples of workers who may be able to deduct the cost and upkeep of work clothes are:

delivery workers,
firefighters,
health care workers,
law enforcement officers,
letter carriers,
professional athletes,
and transportation workers (air, rail, bus, etc.). See 2016 Publication 529 - IRS.gov .
Exceptions: Military uniforms can be used off duty, so are not a guaranteed deduction unless the rules prevent you from wearing them outside of work. If you receive a clothing allowance or other type of reimbursement, then you must reduce your deductible expense by the amount of allowance you receive.

Carl — Thu, 06 Jun 2019 09:28:17 GMT

In other words, a uniform that is a condition of employment or continued employment.