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Pay as you go (PAYG) instalments

You report and pay your PAYG instalments through your activity statement or instalment notice.

Last updated 12 October 2023

Pay as you go (PAYG) instalments are regular prepayments of the tax on your business and investment income.

If you receive an:

  • activity statement, complete and lodge it to report your pay as you go (PAYG) instalment
  • instalment notice, you do not need to complete or lodge, unless you wish to vary the amount. You can simply pay the amount shown on the notice.

The due date for your next PAYG instalment will be on your activity statement or instalment notice.

For help when lodging and paying, see our resources:

QC73370