More information

Publications

To get publications, taxation rulings, practice statements and forms:

• go to ato.gov.au/publications
• phone 1300 720 092

Phone

We can offer a more personalised service if you provide your tax file number (TFN).

• Individual 13 28 61
  Individual income tax and general personal tax enquiries, including capital gains tax
• Business 13 28 66
  Information about business income tax, fringe benefits tax (FBT), fuel tax credits, goods and services tax (GST), pay as you go (PAYG) and activity statements, including lodgment and payment, accounts and business registration (including Australian business number and tax file number), and dividend and royalty withholding tax
• Superannuation 13 10 20 

Other services

If you do not speak English well and want to talk to a tax officer, phone the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) on 13 14 50 for help with your call.

People who are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment can contact us through the National Relay Service (NRS). There are two easy steps:

• select your preferred NRS access pointExternal Link
• provide the ATO number you need to call.

TTY users can also contact us via our direct TTY line 13 36 77.

For ATO 1800 free-call numbers, phone 1800 555 727.

See also:

• National Relay ServiceExternal Link

Lodge online

Lodging online with myTax is the easiest and fastest way to do your own tax.

Benefits of lodging online:

• Information from employers, banks and government agencies is pre-filled, saving you time and effort.
• It's available 24/7 so you can lodge at your convenience
• Get your refund faster – generally within 2 weeks.

See also:

• ato.gov.au/lodgeonline

If you are an artist, composer, writer, inventor, performer, production associate or sportsperson, this guide will explain special averaging provisions which may apply to your income.