Per Diem for co-drivers?

westmicher

Veteran Expediter
In regards to per diem, does a co-driver have the right to claim the same amount for per diem? Even if they are married? Must the co-driver show income from the driving in order to claim per diem? Even if they are married? I think I know the answers but just looking for the definative answer!
 

Fkatz

Veteran Expediter
Charter Member
Even though you are considered a joint venture for tax purposes, and 2 Schedule "C" must be made out, it is not be necessary to show income for your wife or husband as a team, the amount of income that you recieve must be split without making out a 1099, as before If you want to make sure she will recieve his/her social security when the time comes.

She would be entitled to the following:

The Per diem at the full amount at $59.00 per day and 80% of the total ( also for vans a proof sheet is available) otherwise your log book is sufficient.
it is figured from the day you leave out to the day you return home for time off. but you have to prorate those days by 1/4. depending on the time you leave and return.

Showers if paid for

DOT physical and drug screens.

Laundry must have reciepts or proof of payment ( i have a laundry and shower form) you can request,

If in a cargo van, 1/2 the mileage ( again Shipper and mileage sheet available for proof, but must be filled out on daily basis for each load.)

You can e-mail me at [email protected]

Franklin Katz, RTP, ATP ,PA, PB,
Frank’s Tax and Business Service
120 York Rd
Kings Mountain, NC 28086-3151
(704) 739-4039
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