Who is eligible for pretax commuter benefits?
Pretax commuter benefits are offered through your employer's payroll. If your employer offers Alice and you spend on parking or mass transit to get to and from work, you can enroll.
Who is eligible
- W-2 employees: yes
- 1099 contractors: no. IRS rules limit pretax commuter benefits to employees.
- S-Corp owners and their spouses: no
Eligibility is set by the federal commuter benefit rule (ยง132(f)), not by Alice. If you are not sure how you are classified by your employer, ask your HR team.
What you can spend pretax on
Eligible spending is mass transit and parking you use to commute to and from work. Gas, tolls, and Uber or Lyft rides are not eligible. The one exception is a qualified vanpool.
Need help?
Text or call (888) 431-4355 or email support@thisisalice.com.
Specific benefits, election rules, and run-out periods depend on your employer's plan design. Check with your HR team or plan administrator for details.
Alice does not provide tax, legal, or financial advice. Consult your own tax preparer, lawyer, or financial advisor for guidance specific to your situation.