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Edited version of your written advice
Authorisation Number: 1051423887346
Date of advice: 31 August 2018
Ruling
Subject: Employment status
Question
Does your employment contract meet the definition of part-time as per Taxation Determination TD 2012/8?
Answer
Yes. In accordance with the terms of your foreign service, absences are permitted by your employer.
This ruling applies for the following period:
30 June 20XX
30 June 20XX
The scheme commences on:
1 July 20XX
Relevant facts and circumstances
You are employed by a company to work in Country AB.
You work in 2-3 week blocks.
You return to Australia when not working.
You do not work for another employer whilst in Australia.
Relevant legislative provisions
Income Tax Assessment Act 1936 section 23G
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