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Permanent migrants or temporary visitors to Australia - online tax file number (TFN) application or enquiry

 
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You can only complete this application if you are a permanent migrant or temporary visitor who is actually in Australia. You must also be either:

  • a working holiday-maker
  • a New Zealander and you are automatically granted a visa on arrival
  • an overseas student and your visa has been amended to allow you to work
  • a person with a valid visa allowing you to stay in Australia indefinitely
  • a person with a business visa.

To apply, see Permanent migrants or temporary visitors - Apply online.

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If you do not meet this criteria, for example, you are an Australian citizen, you cannot apply for a TFN using the online application. You may need to apply using one of the following:

 

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If you need more information about TFNs, see Tax file number essentials.

Last Modified: Tuesday, 29 January 2013
 
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