Commuting allowance (Belgium)
Bike allowance, public transport refund or car mileage: what you get per year.
How it works
Bike and car: round-trip km × days × rate. Rates change every year (bike ≈ €0.36/km with a tax-free ceiling; car ≈ €0.44/km): check the current rate. Train: private employers refund at least 80% of the pass (often 100%).
Results are for guidance only and do not replace professional advice.
Worked example
With the default values:
- One-way distance (km)12
- Commuting days per year200
- TransportBike
- Rate per km (bike or car)0.36
you get:
- Bike allowance per year€1,728.00
- Per month (over 12)€144.00
- Kilometres per year4,800 km
- Rate used€0.36 / km
Frequently asked questions
How does the “Commuting allowance” tool work?
Bike and car: round-trip km × days × rate. Rates change every year (bike ≈ €0.36/km with a tax-free ceiling; car ≈ €0.44/km): check the current rate. Train: private employers refund at least 80% of the pass (often 100%).
What do I need to enter?
Just fill in: one-way distance, commuting days per year, transport, rate per km, yearly pass price. The result updates as you type.
Can you give an example?
One-way distance (km): 12; Commuting days per year: 200; Transport: Bike; Rate per km (bike or car): 0.36 → Bike allowance per year: €1,728.00; Per month (over 12): €144.00.
Is this calculator free, and is my data private?
Yes. HOD Calc is completely free with no sign-up. The calculation runs in your browser: nothing you type is sent or stored.