Name of the Organization : Australian Postal Corporation
Type of Facility : Apply For Tax File Number
Country : Australia
Australian Post Tax File Number Applications
** Are you an Australian resident and need a tax file number (TFN)? We can help.
** Apply online and verify your identity at one of our participating Post Offices around Australia.
Related : Australia Post Regsiter for Postcards App : www.statusin.org/26122.html
Eligibility :
** Australian residents can apply for a TFN online.
Please note :
** This application applies to Australian residents only.
** If you live outside Australia, or are a permanent migrant or temporary visitor, visit the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) website for more information.
How to apply :
** Complete the online application form by visiting the ATO website
** Print the application summary and gather your required identity documents to present at an interview
** Find a participating Post Office near you.
** Only selected Post Offices accept TFN applications.
** While bookings are not essential, you may book an appointment if you prefer
** To complete your application, you must visit a participating Post Office for an interview within 30 days of printing your application summary.
** Don’t forget to bring along your application summary and required identity documents
** You should receive your TFN within 28 days after your interview.
** The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) will mail your TFN to the postal address on your application.
** Your patience during the processing period is appreciated.
** Please do not lodge another application during this time.
Apply at Australia Post :
** You can apply for a TFN at a participating Australia Post retail outlet if you’re an Australian resident and able to attend an interview.
** There is no fee for lodging a TFN application.
If you’re an Australian resident the easiest way to apply for a TFN is to :
** Complete the online formExternal Link.
** Print the summary, which will include your application reference number, and take it to your Australia Post interview.
** Attend an interview at a participating Australia Post outlet within 30 days of completing your online form.
** You’ll need to take your printed summary and proof of identity documents to the interview.
Apply by post :
** If you can’t attend an interview at an Australia Post participating retail outlet or you are not a Department of Human Services or Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) customer, you’ll need to complete the Tax file number – application or enquiry for individuals form.
You can get a copy of this form by :
** ordering online
** phoning 1300 720 092 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
** Send your TFN application and certified copies of your identification documents to the address listed on the form.
** Don’t mail your original identification documents to us – documents that you mail to us may not be returned to you.
Frequently Asked Questions :
When will I receive my tax file number (TFN) from the Australian Tax Office?
** The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) will mail your TFN to the postal address on your application within 28 days after your interview.
** Your patience during the processing period is appreciated. Do not lodge another application during this time.
** If you don’t receive your TFN after 28 days, contact the ATO on 13 28 61 between 8am and 6pm EST, Monday to Friday.
Do I need a tax file number (TFN)?
** It isn’t compulsory to have a TFN.
** However, if you don’t have one, you may have too much tax withheld or be unable to receive government benefits to which you’re entitled.
What is a tax file number (TFN)?
** A tax file number (TFN) is a unique 9 digit number issued to individuals and organisations to administer tax and other Australian government systems.
Is there a fee to apply for a tax file number (TFN)?
** No, there is no fee for a TFN application.
** Any Australian resident can apply for a TFN at no cost.