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There are a number of options available if you need to register for, or be eligible to claim:

  • goods and services tax (GST)
  • fuel tax credits (FTC)
  • pay as you go (PAYG) withholding
  • luxury car tax (LCT), or
  • wine equalisation tax (WET).

You can add a new business account:

  • online via:
    • the Australian Business Register (if you already have an ABN) at www.abr.gov.au, or
    • the Business Portal (or Tax Agent Portal).
      You can register for GST and PAYG withholding via the portals. Tax agents will need to ensure their tax agent number is recorded against the client’s record before they can add a new business account for a client.

    To update your details online you will need to register for a free digital certificate via online services.

  • by phoning 13 28 66 between 8.00am and 6.00pm, Monday to Friday – you must be recorded by the Tax Office as an authorised contact for the entity. Please note that:
    • LCT and WET roles cannot be registered via telephone, and
    • if you are already registered for GST, you can register for FTC via the phone.
  • through your tax agent, or
  • by completing the paper form Add a new business account (NAT 2954).
    You can order a paper copy of this form:

    A PDF version of the form is available as a ‘sample only’. Do not print and submit this form as it can not be processed by our systems. You must order and complete the paper copy provided by us.

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    You can add a new business account at the same time that you apply for an ABN.

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Last Modified: Thursday, 10 July 2008

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