Dependent Care FSA Limit 2026: $7,500

Box 10 of Form W-2 shows dependent care benefits. Carefold treats that figure as Form 2441 line 12 and applies the 2026 dollar cap on line 21. Unused amounts your plan lets you forfeit or carry into a grace period belong on lines 13–14.

Last reviewed 2026-10-29. General information, not tax advice. Form 2441, Pub. 503 and a tax professional come first.