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Can You Write Off Study Abroad?
Short answer: Tuition at a foreign school that's eligible for U.S. federal aid can count for education credits; travel and living costs don't.
529 plans can pay qualified costs at eligible foreign schools.
Records to keep: Keep receipts, statements (1098, 1098-T, 1099, W-2G), and a note of what each cost was for. Compare itemizing to the 2026 standard deduction before you claim.
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Tuition at a foreign school that's eligible for U.S. federal aid can count for education credits; travel and living costs don't.
BizWriteOffs provides educational information only and is not tax, legal, or accounting advice. Deductibility depends on your specific facts and records. Consult a qualified tax professional.
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Tuition at a foreign school that's eligible for U.S. federal aid can count for education credits; travel and living costs don't. 529 plans can pay qualified costs at eligible foreign schools.
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