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V0869-19 ·24 April 2019 ·consulta-vinculante Medium impact
Tax

Ophthalmology and dentistry allowances are non-taxable if used for health restoration

A query was raised regarding whether financial allowances paid by a company for ophthalmology and dentistry expenses are subject to Personal Income Tax (IRPF). The Directorate General for Taxes (DGT) ruled that they are not taxable, provided they are used for treatment or the restoration of health and are not covered by the National Health Service or a mutual insurance scheme.

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This ruling provides tax certainty for employees receiving health-related allowances, ensuring that such benefits are exempt from income tax if they meet specific health-related criteria.

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2019-04-24PublishedPublished in the BOE
Official text Based on BOE data (boe.es). Information, not advice.

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