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2026 IRS rates · verified Jul 2026
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The IRS sets standard mileage rates each year for taxpayers who use a vehicle for business, medical, or charitable purposes. Here are the rates for miles driven from July 1, 2026, which the calculator uses. For trips from January 1 to June 30, 2026, the business rate was $0.725 and the medical/moving rate $0.205: choose Custom Rate and enter that rate.
| Purpose | Rate per Mile |
|---|---|
| Business | $0.76 |
| Medical / Moving | $0.235 |
| Charity | $0.14 |
In Germany, the Kilometerpauschale allows tax deductions for work-related travel. Here are the 2026 rates.
| Purpose | Rate per km |
|---|---|
| Business travel (Dienstreise) | €0.30 |
| Commute, from the first km (Entfernungspauschale) | €0.38 |
Log the date, starting point, destination, purpose, and distance for each business trip. The IRS requires contemporaneous records.
You can deduct actual vehicle expenses (gas, insurance, repairs) or use the standard mileage rate. The standard rate is simpler and works for most people.
Multiply your total business miles by the applicable rate. Use the calculator above to track multiple trips and get an instant total.
Store your mileage log, receipts, and supporting documents for at least three years. Proper file naming makes audits painless.
Common questions about mileage tracking and tax deductions
