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Applying the Tax File Number for education?

The tax file number (TFN) is your own personal reference number in the tax and super systems. It can be use in multiple films. Everyone who lives in Australia will need to have one.

How to apply for Tax File Number?

The easiest way to get tax file number online is to submit the TFN application form Online, Apply Austrlian tax file number takes less than 5 minutes. You will receive the TFN confirmation via email within 12 Hours, and the official TFN will be post within 10 to 28 days.

Who can apply for a Tax File Number (TFN)?

For Australian residents and Foreign passport holders, resident in Australia and hold a valid visa can apply for Australian Tax File Number(TFN). For Foreign passport holders visa must be a permanent visa, working visa, student visa. New Zealander will have a visa automatically on arrival. Also people above 13 years old can apply for tax file number online by themselves.


What is Australia Tax File Number (TFN) use for?

Australia Tax File Number(TFN) is a personal reference number widely use within Australia, TFN represent your tax ID, Everyone maybe required to have one, because tax file number is needed for most public offices, especially giving to employer, opening of bank account, government benefit, claim tax return, get a TFN will allows you to pay a lower tax rate.

How to register Tax File Number online?

The TFN can be registered 100% online in less than 2 minutes. It start easily by filling the online TFN application form, it can be done from anywhere and anytime with a mobile or pc device. The final step to get tax file number is to complete the interview in the post office (For Australians) or recieve by post(for foreigners).

TFN Application Guidelines for Australian Residents

  • To register a tax file number(TFN) on your own, you must be above 13 years old.
  • To receive a registraion of tax file number, you must have a valid Australian Phone number and address.
  • Apply for a tax file number(TFN) for foreign passport holder, you must have a valid Australia visa or resident permit.
  • Passport Holder of New Zealand can get an automatic visa on arrival, so that a TFN application can be made once arrived.
  • Child under 13 can apply for a tax file number(TFN), if the one of the parents submit the TFN application on the behalf.
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Get Your Tax File Number in 3 steps

  • Step 1: Submit TFN application Form Apply for Tax File Number only takes less than 60 seconds, once you begin to fill the TFN application form. Get a Tax File Number 100% Online.
  • Step 2, Review: Tax Agents review your TFN Application form, if all the information provided matches the Tax File Number requirement. Your TFN application will be lodged.
  • Step 3, Receive TFN via email: Once your Tax File Number application is lodged we will send you a confirmation email with all necessary details. You can access your TFN information.

How long does it take to get a Tax File Number?

Getting a tax file number is usually taking 10 working days. However the maximum TFN application time is 28 working days, if there is a delay more than that, you should contact us by email for further details.

How Long does a TFN valid for?

TFN is valid for life time, if you lost it ,you can submit a new application by retrieve the lost TFN.

Can a TFN be Cancelled?

You generally don't 'cancel' a TFN. This TFN will stay with you for life.

What is the benefit for get a Tax File Number?

You maybe not required to register a TFN, but without one will lead you to pay additional tax rate if you are working, also you will not have the ability to apply for government benefits, file for tax return or even get a ABN (Australia Business number)

Can you start work without register for a Tax File Number(TFN)?

Yes, however without a TFN tax will be deducted from your income at the maximum rate, even it you are earning too little to pay tax normally. You can claim this back later once you submit a tax return, but it is more convenient to have a TFN and have the correct amount deducted from the start.