Edward Todd wrote:
The followup question is, if I can't bill the expense, would I be able to if
I got the simplest level of a commercial license?

The commercial license would change the issues if you are flying
others,..

Not if its just the "simplest" commercial as he asked. Carrying others
ing:s country would also require an instrument rating.

Well, if you wish to get picky:
Depends upon how far from the departure airport they're traveling
and whether it's day or night. If it's day, and a short hop,
it's fine.

Cheers,
Sydney