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University fees deductible?

Posted 17 August 2015

Angus says:
17 August 2015 at 9:54

Good Morning,
My son is 22 years old, dependent on me and is currently studying a BCom. Can I claim his living and un iversity costs as deductible?

TaxTim says:
17 August 2015 at 17:12

Unfortunately not, these are personal expenses which cannot be claimed.

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