LAFHA Calculation Option

An employer may be able to elect to pay the food component net of a living away from home allowance under a net method exclusive of the statutory food amount.
The default setting is the food component incorporates the applicable statutory food total. Select the button if you want to use the alternate calculation setting to exclude the statutory food total.
You may need to speak to your tax advisor to determine the applicable calculation election option for your situation. Visit the ATO website for more information.