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Edited version of private advice

Authorisation Number: 1051859676031

Date of advice: 2 July 2021

Ruling

Subject: GST and importation of precious metals

Question

Is your importation of the Silver Coins a non-taxable importation under paragraph 13-10(b) of the A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 (GST Act)?

Answer

No.

This ruling applies for the following period:

Period ended XX Month 20XX

The scheme commences on:

XX Month 20XX

Relevant facts and circumstances

You have bought some silver coins and are importing these coins into Australia.

The coins you purchased are the Silver Coins.

Relevant legislative provisions

A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 subsection 13-10(b);

A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 section 38-385;

A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 section 40-100;

A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 section 195-1.