Guide to payments and refunds for individuals

Paying your tax

Payment methods

If you have to pay tax, you can choose from a number of payment options, including BPAY, credit card, direct credit, direct debit, cheque, and over the counter at Australia Post outlets.

If you can't pay on time

If you can't make your payment on time, you should contact us to make alternative payment arrangements.

People affected by natural disasters

There is assistance available for people affected by natural disasters.

Student loans

You may be able to defer compulsory repayment of Higher Education Loan Program (HELP - previously HECS) or Student Financial Supplement Scheme (SFSS) if you can't pay.

Release from your tax debt

If paying your tax debt will cause you serious financial hardship - for example, you won't be able to provide food and accommodation for you or your family - contact us immediately on 13 11 42 to discuss your circumstances. We may be able to release you from the debt.

Paying your tax early

If you pay your tax debts early, you may get a credit for the interest earned on those early payments.

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Sections within Paying your tax

• Payment methods
• If you can't pay on time
• People affected by natural disasters
• Student loans
• Release from your tax debt
• Paying your tax early