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I am paying for my daughter's medical aid. Can I claim from SARS?



My daughter is a full time student with her own medical aid. But I am the one paying for it.Can I claim from SARS?

TaxTim TaxTim says:
28 August 2013 at 23:53

You can if she is supported by you, however, whose name is the medical aid in?

Lee says:
29 August 2013 at 6:29

The medical aid is in her name, but it's clearly listed on the forms that I am responsible for the payment as she is a full time student.

TaxTim TaxTim says:
30 August 2013 at 0:23

You can claim from SARS, if they ask for proof of verification then provide all this and a letter stating the reasons for you paying, but it being in her name. Also state that you support her and provide the bank statements showing proof of payment. Only if asked for supporting documents of course.

Lee says:
2 September 2013 at 9:18

Thanx for the great help. Much appreciated.

TaxTim TaxTim says:
2 September 2013 at 10:21

Only a pleasure!

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