Australian Taxation Office - Step-by-step guide

Your step-by-step guide to dealing electronically with the Tax Office


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Step 1

Get an ABN

If you don't have an Australian Business Number (ABN), apply for an ABN registration electronically via the Australian Business Register (ABR) homepage.

Step 2

If you already have an ABN, but have not yet indicated you wanted to deal electronically with the Tax Office, you can register now.

Step 3

Receive your Keys and Certificates e-mail

Step 4

Receive your PIC Mailer

The PIC Mailer contains your Password and Personal Identification Code (PIC). These will allow you to download and import your Keys and Certificates.

Step 5

Download your Keys and Certificates

Step 6

Select your business function

You will be directed to the appropriate import process.

You are now ready to deal electronically with the Tax Office.

For further information, call one of the following helplines.

Electronic Products Infoline (for BAS/IAS): 1300 139 051 (8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday)
Excise Grants & Rebates Schemes: 1300 657 162 (8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday)
Superannuation functions: 131 020 (8.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday)
PAYG summary reports: 1800 632 274 (8.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday)