How to object to a decision
An objection must be lodged in writing (on our form or in a letter) within the time limit. There is no fee.
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Individual taxpayers
If you're an individual taxpayer, the easiest way to submit an objection is by using our Objection form – for taxpayers. It helps you provide the necessary information and sets out the correct wording. If you prefer to do your objection as a letter, the form instructions explain what to include.
Businesses, sole traders and other organisations
In this section:
Sole traders
If you're a sole trader, the easiest way to submit an objection is by using our Online services for business – follow the steps under Others. If you don’t have access, use Online services for Individuals and sole traders:
- Sign in to myGov
- Select
- 'Tax'
- 'Lodgments'
- 'Reports and forms'
- 'Lodge an objection'
If you prefer to do your objection as a:
Others
If you're operating a business, the easiest way to submit an objection is by using our Online services for business. To use this, you need to sign in using myGovID.
To use Online services for business to lodge an objection, select:
- 'Lodgments'
- 'Reports and forms'
- 'Lodge an objection'
If you prefer to do your objection as a:
Tax professionals
If you are a tax professional, the easiest way to lodge an objection is by using our Online services for agents and select:
- 'Reports and forms'
- 'Forms'
- 'Lodge an objection'
If you prefer to do your objection as a:
Authorising another person
You can authorise another person to lodge your objection for you. They can be:
- a tax agent, spouse, relative or friend
- a legal personal representative such as
- a trustee
- an executor
- an administrator of a deceased estate
- a person holding a power of attorney.
An objection must be lodged in writing (on our form or in a letter) within the time limit. There is no fee.