Keep safe from scams

Scams are designed to trick you into:

• paying money you don't owe
• giving away your personal information (such as your TFN).

Here are some simple tips to avoid scams:

• Don’t put your tax file number (TFN) on your resume. Only give it to your employer after you have started work.
• Don't let your friends or family members use your TFN
• Don't share your online passwords with anyone.
• Don't include your TFN, passwords or other sensitive information in emails.
• If you are using a tax agent, make sure they’re registered.

See also:

• Is it a scam?
• Identity crime
• Verify or report a scam
• Search the Tax Practitioners Board registerExternal Link

Next step:

• Getting help

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