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Tax implications of Grandparent paying grandchildren's school fees



Oupa said:
4 January 2016 at 15:22

Hi, is it permissible for a grandparent resident in South Africa to pay his UK resident grandchildren's school fees without it counting as a donation?

TaxTim Marc TaxTim Marc said:
5 January 2016 at 8:19

Yes, this would not be considered a donation given the nature of what is being paid for.

Oupa said:
5 January 2016 at 12:19

Many thanks. The answer covers exactly what I wanted to know.

Best regards

TaxTim Marc TaxTim Marc said:
5 January 2016 at 13:27

Glad we could assist!

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