HSA Shop logoHSA Shop

HSA Guide

Does an HSA Carry Over? What is an FSA? Does an FSA Carry Over?

Published May 3, 2023

Check eligibility on the gobrowse 7,000+ HSA-eligible products in the free app.

Get the app
Short answer: Yes—HSAs carry over from year to year, unlike FSAs which are often more restrictive and may follow a 'use it or lose it' rule.

How HSAs differ from FSAs

Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) are a valuable tool for saving money on healthcare expenses while reducing your taxable income. But do HSAs carry over, and how do they differ from Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)? Let's explore the answers to these questions.

HSAs carry over year to year

Firstly, HSAs do carry over from year to year, unlike FSAs. This means that any unused funds in your HSA at the end of the year roll over into the next year, allowing you to continue saving and using the funds for eligible medical expenses.

On the other hand, FSAs are more restrictive in terms of carryover. FSAs typically have a Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) are designed to help you save money on healthcare costs while also providing tax benefits. It’s important to know that HSAs carry over balances from year to year, allowing you to build a nest egg for future medical expenses, unlike Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) which often impose a 'use it or lose it' rule.

Free App

Browse 7,000+ HSA-Eligible Products

Search by symptom, get price alerts, and build your HSA shopping list — all in the free app.

← Back to all articles