What do I need to do at tax time?

You probably do not need to do anything at tax time. Your W-2 already reflects your Alice pretax deductions.

What you need to do: nothing

Throughout the year, your employer's payroll has recorded your pretax deductions and reimbursements. Your W-2 already reflects those amounts in boxes 1, 3, and 5.

The numbers there already factor in your pretax commuter spending. You keep more of what you make without any extra step on your return.

What does Box 14 on my W-2 mean?

Depending on your employer's payroll system, you may see your Alice pretax total in Box 14. Box 14 is informational only. There is no place on your individual income tax return to report Alice deductions separately.

Why doesn't this show up as a deduction on my return?

Pretax commuter benefits are not claimed on your individual return as a deduction. The only way to exclude commuting costs from federal income, FICA, and most state taxes is the employer pretax benefit you used through Alice. That benefit already showed up on each paycheck during the year.

Need help?

Text or call (888) 431-4355 or email support@thisisalice.com. Alice does not give tax advice, but we can explain how your Alice records line up with payroll.

Savings shown or implied — including any reference to "cash back" or take-home pay — are illustrative. Actual savings depend on your tax rate, benefit elections, and eligible spending each pay period. "Cash back" in Alice's materials refers to the federal, state, and FICA payroll taxes you don't pay on eligible commuter spending. It is income tax you keep, not a cash payment from Alice, your employer, or any third party. Alice does not provide cash back, rebates, or any direct financial benefit in connection with the Program. Alice does not provide tax, legal, or financial advice. Consult your own tax preparer, lawyer, or financial advisor for guidance specific to your situation.