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Alan Collett
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Some might be interested:
http://www.gomatilda.com/news/article.cfm?articleid=365

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Alan Collett
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LizR
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It is really simple to apply for a TFN online once you have entered Australia, I don't think help is required by a third party that will probably also want to offer other financial services.

The website is: http://www.ato.gov.au
 
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Alan Collett
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If it is that easy why do so many people raise this subject as an issue on forums and privately with me?

Best regards.



quote:
Originally posted by LizR:
It is really simple to apply for a TFN online once you have entered Australia, I don't think help is required by a third party that will probably also want to offer other financial services.

The website is: http://www.ato.gov.au


Alan Collett
alan-at-gomatilda-dot-com
Registered Migration Agent Number 0102534
Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia
http://www.gomatilda.com and
http://www.collettandco.co.uk
Offices in Southampton - England; Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane, and Geelong - Australia
 
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Mrs W. Miller
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Hi,

I was in Australia last Oct 31-Nov 7 for my initial entry and vacation as well. I am planning to move there permanently maybe September next year.

My question is, can I apply online for TFN even if I am outside Australia? I tried the online application once and was asked for residential address, I gave the address where I am staying temporarily. But there's a system error after submitting so I am not sure if it was successful but I think it's not.

I want to try it again and will give my friend's address as my residential address. But I am not sure if this is okay. Do I need to be there, in the mentioned residential address, when they send the TFN? Please advise.

Also, I'm seeking jobs online. Do agents require TFN?


Thanks,
Beng
 
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Alan Collett
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Why do you want to register for a TFN if you aren't yet a tax resident of Australia? Do you have Australian source income or capital gains that are assessable in Australia?

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Originally posted by Beng:
Hi,

I was in Australia last Oct 31-Nov 7 for my initial entry and vacation as well. I am planning to move there permanently maybe September next year.

My question is, can I apply online for TFN even if I am outside Australia? I tried the online application once and was asked for residential address, I gave the address where I am staying temporarily. But there's a system error after submitting so I am not sure if it was successful but I think it's not.

I want to try it again and will give my friend's address as my residential address. But I am not sure if this is okay. Do I need to be there, in the mentioned residential address, when they send the TFN? Please advise.

Also, I'm seeking jobs online. Do agents require TFN?


Thanks,
Beng


Alan Collett
alan-at-gomatilda-dot-com
Registered Migration Agent Number 0102534
Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia
http://www.gomatilda.com and
http://www.collettandco.co.uk
Offices in Southampton - England; Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane, and Geelong - Australia
 
Posts: 2632 | Location: Geelong, Australia | Registered: 01 August 2002Reply With QuoteEdit or Delete MessageReport This Post
mark68
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The ATO cross-check your visa number with DMIA, if you are not in the country you won't get a TFN.

Applying is a very easy process - generally you will only need one when you start work - and then you will get 28 days grace before an employer has to tax at the top marginal rate.

If you use an outside party for assistance ensure they are a registered tax agent. A list of agents can be found here
 
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Mrs W. Miller
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I was granted a permanent residency visa last month.

Thanks mark. I think you're right I can apply for TFN when I start working in Australia. I was misinformed that I need this to speed up my application online.
 
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