What types of dependent care expenses are not eligible for reimbursement under the Dependent Care FSA?
• Care provided by a spouse • Care provided by your dependent child under 19 • Care not necessary to allow you and your spouse to work • Sports lessons, field trips, clothing, food • Late payment fees • Expenses for overnight camps back to top If I use the dependent care account, can I also use the federal tax credit for dependent care expenses? Any expenses that you fund through the Dependent Care FSA cannot be used toward a credit on your federal income tax. Work-related expenses eligible for the child and dependent-care credit ($2,500 for one qualifying person and $5,000 for two or more qualifying persons) must be reduced dollar for dollar by any reimbursement you receive under the Dependent Care FSA. Every situation is different. You should contact your tax advisor to determine which choice is best for you. Or you may wish to refer to IRS Form 2441 to calculate your estimated federal tax credit and make your comparison. Please keep in mind that state income taxes and state child ca
