Keyword Listing - ABN

Reasons to get an ABN and how to apply online.

The Australian Business Number (ABN) is a single identifier for all business dealings with the tax office and for dealings with other government departments and agencies.

Information on how to register for an ABN (sole traders). Alternative lodgment options are listed on this page.

Information about registering for goods and services tax, fuel tax credits, luxury car tax, wine equalisation tax or pay as you go withholding. (NAT 2954).

You should complete this application if you want to cancel your registration for Australian business number, goods and services tax, fuel tax credits, luxury car tax, wine equalisation tax or pay as you go withholding. (NAT 2955)

The Cash economy task force was established by the Commissioner of Taxation in November 1996. The task force was in place until June 2006 and produced three reports.

How the Australian Business Register can assist you with starting and running your own business.

Explains how the ABN is structured.

This is the first Task Force report of 12 May 1997.Improving tax compliance in the cash economy.

What you and your supplier need to do when you purchase supplies for use in your businsess.