Training Consultant

Tax guide for New Zealand self-employed corporate trainers and facilitators

Allowable Expenses

• Training materials — Workbooks, slides, props, activity kits for workshops
• Venue hire — Workshop rooms, conference centre hire for training days
• Technology tools — Mentimeter, Kahoot, video conferencing, LMS platforms
• Professional development — Facilitator training, coaching qualifications, ICF membership
• Vehicle expenses — Travel to client sites and training venues

Tax Tips

• ICF coaching membership fees are a deductible professional subscription
• Workshop venue hire costs are fully deductible business expenses
• Presentation tools and LMS subscriptions are 100% deductible

Frequently Asked Questions

Can NZ training consultants claim venue hire as a business expense?

Yes. Workshop and conference room hire directly related to delivering client training is a deductible business expense. Keep the venue invoice showing the purpose and date of the booking.