Page last updated 9/25/2024
Tax credit for household expenses
The tax credit for household expenses reduces the amount of tax you have to pay. You can claim the credit for household expenses if you buy work in your home, such as cleaning, child care, renovation, or computer installation. You can also claim the credit for work done at a holiday home that you own.
How to report the credit
You can report creditable expenses either for your tax card or for your tax return.
How to report the creditAmount of credit
Check the credit amounts and the credit threshold. Both spouses can claim the credit.
Amount of creditTypes of work that qualify for the credit
See what types of work give you the right to claim the credit for household expenses.
What types of work qualify for the credit?Conditions for the credit
See what conditions there are for the credit. For example, if you receive certain benefits, you may not be entitled to the credit.
Conditions for the creditCalculator
Use the calculator to determine how much credit for household expenses you can claim.
Calculator for tax credit for household expensesTax credit for household expenses in a housing company
Read more about who can claim the credit for household expenses for renovations conducted in a housing company.
Housing companyNews
The government has proposed changes to the tax credit for household expenses starting in 2025.