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Date of advice: 19 October 2017

Ruling

Subject: Residency

Question 1

Are you a resident of Australia for income tax purposes?

Answer

Yes.

This ruling applies for the following periods:

1 July 2017

The scheme commences on:

30 June 2018

Relevant facts and circumstances

You are currently an Australian resident for taxation purposes.

You and your family will be travelling for a period of time.

You will rent your Australian main residence while in abroad

Most of your time may be spent in one country however you may travel to other countries.

You will continue to work for your Australian company remotely.

You intend to return to Australia after 12 months abroad.

Relevant legislative provisions

Income Tax Assessment Act 1997 Subsection 995-1(1)

Income Tax Assessment Act 1936 Subsection 6(1)


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