12/08/2026
💰 BUSINESS EXPENSES AND A COMPANY CAR
Company cars follow tax rules with new limits since 2026.
🚘 Purchase
A business car is usually entered into the fixed asset register and depreciated.
Since 1 January 2026, the limits are:
⚡ 225 000 PLN for electric and hydrogen-powered vehicles,
🌱 150 000 PLN for vehicles emitting below 50 g of CO₂/km,
⛽ 100 000 PLN for vehicles emitting at least 50 g of CO₂/km.
For exclusive business use, an active VAT taxpayer may deduct 100% of VAT on the purchase and expenses. This requires a mileage log, VAT-26 submission and no private use.
For mixed use, you may deduct 50% of VAT and include 75% of operating expenses in PIT or CIT costs.
🔐 Private car as a company asset
A sole proprietor may enter a private car into the fixed asset register. Its initial value must reflect its current market value, not necessarily the purchase price. Depreciation is subject to the 2026 limits.
This does not allow VAT deduction from the earlier purchase, and a later sale will generally be business income.
🧑💼 Private car only
You may use a private car for business without entering it into the register. You may include 20% of related expenses in tax-deductible costs but cannot claim depreciation. An active VAT taxpayer may deduct 50% of VAT on operating expenses.
🚗 Lease
The car is not the entrepreneur’s fixed asset. Lease instalments may be recognised as tax-deductible costs in full, regardless of use, but the limits above still apply. They also cover leasing and rental.
VAT is deducted at 50% for mixed use or 100% after meeting the conditions for exclusive business use.
☂️ Insurance
Third-party liability and personal accident insurance may be fully included in tax-deductible costs. For comprehensive insurance, if the car’s value exceeds 150 000 PLN, only a proportional part of the premium may be deducted. The 150 000 PLN limit remains unchanged and does not depend on the engine type or CO₂ emissions.
🚘 A company car may bring tax benefits, but the correct treatment depends on many factors.
🤝 Our accounting company will help with the documentation and correct limits.
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