Can I deduct mortgage interest on a home overseas?

[huangbiz2009]

I live in China, and plan to buy a house in China.  If I get mortgage from a Chinese bank, is it qualified to deduct mortgage interest?  Thank you. 

[DoninGA · Accepted solution]

You can deduct as an itemized deduction on Form 1040 Schedule A any mortgage interest that you paid on a loan for a primary or secondary home, regardless of where that home is located in the world.

[huangbiz2009]

Thank you!

[vikramaravamudha]

Is there an IRS rule that you can link us to please?