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My under-age-13 child goes to day camp during the summer. Is that expense eligible with my DCFSA? Open Closed

Yes, if attendance at that camp allows you and your spouse to work, look for work, or for your spouse to attend school full-time. However, if you did not find a job and have no earned income for the year, your dependent care costs are not eligibl… Read the full answer
Does my DCFSA cover overnight camp for my kids? Open Closed

No. According to IRS rules, camps that include an overnight stay are not eligible for reimbursement under a Dependent Care FSA (DCFSA). IRS Publication 503… Read the full answer
I had an unexpected medical expense. Can I transfer DCFSA funds to my HCFSA? Open Closed

You may not transfer funds from one account to the other (e.g. from your HCFSA to your DCFSA or vice-versa) to cover unanticipated expenses, even if you have a balance in one of the accounts. Spouses may not transfer funds between each other's acc… Read the full answer
If I experience a qualifying life event, can I enroll in a DCFSA or change my DCFSA election? Open Closed

You can only enroll in a DCFSA or change your election amount outside of Open Season if you experience a qualifying life event, such as having a baby. Exam… Read the full answer
Does my DCFSA have a grace period? Open Closed

Yes, it does. After the plan year ends on December 31, you have an additional 2 months to incur eligible expenses and use the DCFSA funds remaining i… Read the full answer