Q:
If Sasa’s mother passed away in February 2020, can she still claim the parent relief of RM 1,500 in her individual tax submission for the Year of Assessment 2020?
A:
Yes, she can claim the RM 1,500 parent relief, if the parent is a tax resident in accordance with the Income Tax Act 1967, and aged 60 years and above at any time in the basis year.
Q:
I have 3 siblings. Can all of us claim our mum’s medical expenses under personal tax relief? If she is staying in a retirement home now, can we claim tax relief for the monthly fee?
A:
Yes, as long as you have paid for your mum’s medical expenses, you can claim the medical expenses as tax relief. The monthly fee for retirement home is not eligible for tax relief as only expenses for medical care and treatment provided by a nursing home are eligible for tax relief.
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Zen Chow
YYC Tax Guru
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