Can I claim my 401k withdrawal I used for moving expenses as the "other Reason" to not pay the additional penalty?

[adamhogan80]

I moved to be closer to my new job last year and withdrew my 401k from my previous employer to pay for the moving expenses. Does this qualify me to use the "Other Reason" option so that I do not have to pay the additional tax?

[DoninGA]

No, moving expenses are not an exception to the 10% early distribution penalty.

Moving expenses are not deductible on a federal tax return unless you are active military on Permanent Change of Station orders.