Can we claim Childcare expenses?

[willbee]

My wife and I are paying a childminder who is registered with the Western Health Board €150 for 3 days a week for our 2 children. Can we claim any of this back in any way? Any advice would be appreciated?

 

[Samantha]

The answer is unfortunately no

 

[Welfarite]

Are you claiming Child Benefit and Childcare Supplement?

 

[ClubMan]

Also - if one parent is working part time and spending the rest minding the kids then you may qualify in part or full for the Home Carer's Tax Credit. See this key posts for more:

Are you paying too much tax? A guide to tax credits