Is a stipend payment taxable?

Sarah1970

As part of my annual bonus, we have been awarded a "Stipend" to help cover living costs as a one of payment for 2022. Its not salary, its not a performance bonus. Its a one off living expenses payment. Having never heard of this previously, I had to google it and it appears that this payment is non-taxable. Can anyone confirm if this is the case please? .

poppy12345

You’ve posted on the welfare benefits section. You’re better off posting on the cutting tax part of the forum. 

Alice_Holt

My understanding is it isn't taxable.
It is often paid to those training, doing a Phd, clergy, volunteers, etc.
Not usually awarded to those in paid employment - so your treatment may vary. I'd suggest confirming the treatment with your employer / payroll manager. 

Dazed_and_C0nfused

Personally it sounds like a taxable payment as the op is only receiving it because they are an employee of that company.

But only the employer can explain one way or the other.

penners324

It's basically a taxable bonus so yes

DarcySarto

A stipend is used in the Church of England instead of a salary. In the CofE the stipend is taxable. Clergy (and leaders of different faiths) have various and different tax regulations. There are specific tax advisers out there for those people. I can recommend one if needs be.