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Can I claim the contributions made to my GAP Cover scheme?

Posted 17 August 2015

Ms said:
17 August 2015 at 15:32

Can I claim the contributions made to my GAP Cover scheme under the "not paid by medical aid"?

TaxTim Marc said:
17 August 2015 at 16:22

Unfortunately not, these are not recognized as medical expenses by SARS.

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