Revenue eBrief No. 204/24

29 July 2024

Health Expenses - Qualifying Expenses

Tax and Duty Manual Part 15-01-12 - Health Expenses-Qualifying Expenses - has been updated:

  • In section 4.2 to confirm that chargeable persons in receipt of PAYE income may avail of the real-time credit facility in respect of health expenses and nursing home fees.
  • In section 12 to update the flat rate amounts allowable in respect of children with life threatening illnesses.
  • In Appendix 1 to update the flat rate amounts allowable for kidney patients.
  • In the examples throughout to reflect the standard rate tax bands and personal tax credits in place for the 2024 tax year.