If you need to change the dividend or distribution details you lodged with us, please write to the Lodging by post address explaining the change required. Do not lodge another application.
The example letter below will help you. In your letter please include your TFN, your contact details and what needs to be changed. Make sure you sign and date the letter and include the declaration as shown in bold in the example letter below.
If you claim too much franking credit, you may have to repay the extra amount with interest.
Important: If your income has increased, check whether you need to lodge a tax return as a result of the change. If you are unsure, phone us on 13 28 61.
Example
Jackie Spencer
2 Badgery Road
Isabella 6905
Tax file number: 123 456 789
Telephone: (01) 2345 6789
Dear Deputy Commissioner
Please amend my 2005 refund of franking credits application. I have received another dividend statement for the period 1 July 2004 to 30 June 2005. Please increase my franked amount by $70 and my franking credit amount by $30.
I declare that all the information I have given in this letter is true and correct.
J. Spencer
Jackie Spencer
23 October 2005