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GST and insurance transactions - completing your activity statement

When can you claim GST credits for insurance?

You can only claim GST credits for business related insurance you purchase if the insurance premium you paid or are required to pay to the insurer includes GST.

Last Modified: Thursday, 3 May 2012

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