You will need to complete and lodge one of the following application forms and provide the documents listed in each application form (see Proof of identity).
from our shopfronts (The Tax file number – application or enquiry for individuals [NAT 1432] is also available from selected newsagents).
You may also apply:
through Centrelink if you are
applying for Austudy
applying for ABSTUDY
receiving certain benefits, or
receiving income support payments
through DVA if you are receiving certain benefits or income support payments
through your school (see below), or
online if you are a permanent migrant or temporary visitor to Australia (see below).
Tax file number – application or enquiry for secondary school students (NAT 2024)
If you are a secondary school student, you may be able to complete a Tax file number - application or enquiry for secondary school students (NAT 2024) form. Check with your teacher to find out if you can apply for a TFN through your school (see Secondary schools TFN program for more information).
Permanent migrant or temporary visitors - Applying online
If you are a permanent migrant or temporary visitor to Australia you can apply for a TFN online at any time after entering Australia.
This option is available if you are a:
working holiday-maker
New Zealander (who is automatically granted a visa on arrival)
overseas student
person with a valid visa allowing you to stay in Australia indefinitely, and
person with a business visa.
To apply online, you need a valid passport or relevant travel documents and must be:
authorised to work in Australia by the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) or have a valid overseas student visa
allowed to remain here indefinitely, and
in Australia when you lodge your application.
When you apply online you do not have to physically provide proof of identity documents. We will compare your personal and travel document details with DIAC’s records. When we validate your details, we will give you a receipt number.
If you don’t have access to the internet, you can visit a Tax Office shopfront or public internet facility, for example, a public library.
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