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Receivables (Schedule Of Loans Receivable) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Apr. 30, 2018 | Apr. 30, 2017
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H&R Block Emerald Advance® lines of credit |  |
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items] |  |
Short-term | $ 15,642 | $ 16,202
Loans to franchisees |  |
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items] |  |
Short-term | 30,596 | 39,911
Instant Cash Back® receivables |  |
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items] |  |
Short-term | $ 27,192 | $ 34,940

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