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25 Feb 2024

I am an overseas Dentist currently working as a Dental nurse in Australia. In order to be registered as a Dentist in Australia, I am undergoing examinations administered by the Australian Dental Council (ADC), approved by the Dental Board of Australia (DBA). Upon successful registration, my current position will be upgraded to a general dentist, resulting in an increase in my income.


I am wondering whether the fees associated with this registration (exam fees, textbooks, etc.) are tax-deductible under 'self-education expenses'


Can someone please advise on this?

Regards

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Taxduck(Taxicorn)Taxicorn
ATO Certified Response25 Feb 2024

I would suggest they aren't. Your current employment is as a dental nurse. Self education expenses can only be claimed on education related to your current employment activities. (i.e dental nursing)

See link on "eligibility to claim self-education courses"

https://www.ato.gov.au/individuals-and-families/income-deductions-offsets-and-records/deductions-you-can-claim/education-training-and-seminars/self-education-expenses


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Taxduck(Taxicorn)Taxicorn
ATO Certified Response25 Feb 2024

I would suggest they aren't. Your current employment is as a dental nurse. Self education expenses can only be claimed on education related to your current employment activities. (i.e dental nursing)

See link on "eligibility to claim self-education courses"

https://www.ato.gov.au/individuals-and-families/income-deductions-offsets-and-records/deductions-you-can-claim/education-training-and-seminars/self-education-expenses


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