What is a Tax File Number declaration?

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Tax File Number declaration form is a document you use to declare your Tax File Number.

You must complete a Tax File Number declaration form when you:

  • Start work for the first time.
  • Change jobs, or
  • Apply for certain benefits or allowances from Centrelink.

Your employer should provide you with the declaration. If they do not call Tax Matters on 03 9416 1679 and will provide the form.

The first question on the declaration form is asking for your Tax File Number. You have 28 days from when you start your new job to give your Tax File Number to your employer. If you do not, your employer must by law withhold tax at the highest rate plus the Medicare levy.

If you have applied for a Tax File Number but have not received it, print X in the relevant box in question 1.

The remaining questions on the tax file declaration form cover your personal details and information that may determine how much tax you pay.

Please remember: The Tax File Number declaration form is not an application for a Tax File Number.

If you do not have a Tax File Number you can apply for one at any time.