(2021) When can I deduct childcare costs?

Q: When can I deduct childcare costs?

You can only claim childcare costs if there is a child relationship. This applies to biological children, as well as adopted and foster children. You cannot claim childcare costs for stepchildren and grandchildren. Furthermore, the child must belong to your household. This is also the case if, for example, they are in a boarding school and regularly come home. It is important that there is a family home used by the child and that you are responsible for the child's welfare. In general, you can only claim childcare costs for children under 14 years of age. This age limit is waived for disabled children.

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(2025): When can I deduct childcare costs?

You can only claim childcare costs if there is a child relationship. This applies to biological children, as well as adopted and foster children. You cannot claim childcare costs for stepchildren and grandchildren.

Furthermore, the child must belong to your household. This is also the case if, for example, they are in a boarding school and regularly come home. It is important that there is a family home used by the child and that you are responsible for the child's welfare.

In general, you can only claim childcare costs for children under 14 years of age. This age limit is waived for disabled children.

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