What is a mileage logbook?
A mileage logbook (sõidupäevik) is the document that proves you used a personal car for work trips. Here's what it means, who needs one and what the MTA requires.
Mileage logbook (sõidupäevik) — everything you need to know
A mileage logbook is a required document for everyone who uses a personal vehicle for business trips and wants to receive tax-free reimbursement.
What is a mileage logbook?
A mileage logbook (Estonian: sõidupäevik) is a document recording all business trips. It must contain the date, route, mileage, and purpose of each trip. A properly maintained logbook is the basis for receiving tax-free reimbursement in Estonia.
How to keep a mileage logbook? Read the full guide →Why must I maintain a logbook?
The Estonian Tax and Customs Board requires that every business trip be recorded in a logbook with the exact route and purpose of travel. Without a properly maintained logbook, employers cannot pay tax-free reimbursement — the entire amount is treated as salary income and subject to income tax.
Why choose a digital logbook?
- Digital logbook is faster and more accurate than paper
- Always accessible — never lost or damaged
- Automatic distance calculation eliminates human error
- Generates reports automatically
- Accepted by the Estonian Tax and Customs Board
MTA accepted
Compliant with Tax Board requirements
Automatic tracking
Distances calculated automatically
Easy to maintain
Logbook takes minutes to keep