Self-Education Expenses
Course fees, textbooks, and seminars relevant to your current role - paid pre-tax.
Pay for study with pre-tax dollars
Self-education salary packaging lets you pay for education expenses directly from your pre-tax salary. This reduces your taxable income - meaning you pay less tax and take home more of what you earn, while investing in your professional development.
To be eligible, the study must be directly related to your current employment - it must help you maintain or improve the skills you need in your current role, or be likely to result in an increase in your income from that role.
Eligible self-education expenses
Course fees
Tuition and enrolment fees for eligible courses.
Textbooks & materials
Required textbooks, stationery, and study materials.
Seminars & workshops
Professional development seminars and conferences.
Student union fees
Student services and amenities fees where applicable.
Important eligibility note
Self-education expenses must maintain or improve the specific skills required in your current role. Expenses for study that enables you to get a new job or start a new business are generally not deductible. Eligibility depends on your employer's salary packaging arrangement and your individual circumstances. We recommend seeking independent professional advice.
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The information on this page is general in nature and does not constitute financial, taxation, legal, or education advice. Salary packaging benefits and eligibility vary depending on your personal circumstances, employer arrangement, and current ATO rules. National Salary Packaging does not guarantee specific outcomes or savings. We recommend seeking independent professional advice before making any decision.