The IRS determines what exactly is eligible under your Commuter benefits. Some examples of eligible Transit expenses are:
- Bus
- Train
- Subway
- Ferry
- Light Rail
- Vanpooling with at least 6 passenger seats
Eligible Parking expenses include:
- Meters*
- Garages*
- Parking Lots*
*For parking-related expenses, please note that these costs must be related to your parking for work, whether that’s in a nearby lot or at your local ferry/train station.
Parking and transportation costs unrelated to work are not available for reimbursement. The following are also not eligible:
- Highway tolls
- Cost of gasoline
- Bike-related expenses, including bike sharing
- Car maintenance
- Scooter sharing expenses
- Flights
- Travel to/from business meetings
- Transportation for spouses/dependents
- Vanpooling with less than 6 passenger seats
Questions? We are happy to help! Please reach out to Benepass Support for any assistance.