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March 26, 2025
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Deductible expenses for internship abroad

Our son traveled abroad to work as an intern. The program was through his college, there was no pay, but he received college credits. Are the travel expenses (airfare, trains, subways) deductible as education expenses?

    Hal_Al
    Hal_AlAnswer
    Level 15
    March 26, 2025

    Q. Are the travel expenses (airfare, trains, subways) deductible as education expenses?

    A. No. Travel expenses for education and/or internships are neither deductible or qualified expenses for the education credits. 

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    Hal_Al
    Level 15
    Hal_AlLevel 15Answer
    Level 15
    March 26, 2025

    Q. Are the travel expenses (airfare, trains, subways) deductible as education expenses?

    A. No. Travel expenses for education and/or internships are neither deductible or qualified expenses for the education credits.