Medical Expenses – tax relief

Medical Expenses – tax relief

You can claim relief on the cost of health expenses. These can be your own health expenses, those of a family member or any individual’s, as long as you paid for them.

You cannot claim relief for any amounts that you have already received, or will receive from:

1. any policy of insurance
2. a public or local authority, for example, the Health Service Executive (HSE)
3. any other source, such as a compensation payment.

You generally receive tax relief for health expenses at your standard rate of tax (20%). Nursing home expenses are given at your highest rate of tax (up to 40%).

This section will explain the types of expenses that qualify for relief and how you can claim that relief.

The four year rule applies for claiming refunds.

Any queries on the above give me a call on 091 763817 or email me at oliver@taxreturnhelp.ie