You'll need to sign in or create an account to connect with an expert.
Yes, you can claim moving expenses for either 1099 or W-2 - if you meet time and distance test. Please note that time tests has specific and separate requirements for 1099(self-employed) and for employees (W-2); you must meet either to deduct moving expenses:
The distance test - Your new workplace must be at least 50 miles farther from your old home than your old job location was from your old home. If you had no previous workplace, your new job location must be at least 50 miles from your old home.
The time test - If you're an employee, you must work full-time for at least 39 weeks during the first 12 months immediately following your arrival in the general area of your new job location. If you're self-employed, you must work full time for at least 39 weeks during the first 12 months and for a total of at least 78 weeks during the first 24 months immediately following your arrival in the general area of your new work location.
Moving expenses are entered in Deductions And Credits section:
Still have questions?
Make a postAsk questions and learn more about your taxes and finances.
nediaz1976
Returning Member
s0u1ma7e
New Member
bigbrock1
Level 2
amy-evers17
New Member
neelrav89
New Member
Did the information on this page answer your question?
You have clicked a link to a site outside of the TurboTax Community. By clicking "Continue", you will leave the Community and be taken to that site instead.