Application for release from tax debt

Use this form to apply for a release from your tax debt of $10,000 or more in certain circumstances.

Last updated 21 July 2024

Get the form

You can complete the form online, save and print. If you prefer to complete by hand, print a blank copy of the form.

Send your completed form online via:

You can also send your form via post to the postal address on the form.

Note: You must sign and date your form before you send it. If you supply additional supporting information, do not send original documents.

If your total tax debt is below $10,000, you don't need to complete the application form.

You can talk with us to discuss the release from your tax debt. Contact us to discuss further.

Keep a copy of your completed application for your records. Lodge the original including any attachments through:

You can also send your form via post to the postal address on the form.

Note: You must sign and date your form before you send it. If you supply additional supporting information, do not send original documents.

If you use Online services for business to lodge your application, it is more secure and will be processed faster than if you lodge by mail.

Follow these steps to lodge through secure mail in Online services for business.

Fill in the application form.
Save the completed form as a PDF to your computer.
Log into Online services for business.
Select Communication, then Secure Mail.
Create a New message.
Go to the Topic list and select Debt and lodgment.
Go to the Subject list and select Application for release from tax debt.
Attach the application form and any attachments.
Provide your contact details and complete the declaration.
Select Send.

You will receive a receipt number once you've lodged your application.

You can track the progress of your application in Online services for business, by selecting Your dealings from the Communication menu.

Follow these steps to lodge through practice mail in Online services for agents:

Select Communication, then Practice mail.
Create a New message.
Go to the Topic list and select Debt and lodgment.
Go to the Subject list and select Application for release from tax debt.
From Enquiry type select I am enquiring on behalf of client.
Search for and select your client.
Attach the application form and any attachments.
Provide your contact details and complete the declaration.
Select Send.

You will receive a receipt number once the message has successfully been sent.

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