Qualification and Steps to Get an Australian Tax File Number (TFN)

Eligibility:

• Must be 15 years or older.
• Have an Australian passport or a valid visa.

Gather Information:

• Passport number and country of issue.
• Full names (as on passport).
• Date of birth and gender.
• Residential and postal addresses in Australia.
• Contact details (phone and email).

Online Application:

1. Visit the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) website.
2. Use the Individual Auto-Registration (IAR) system to complete the application online.
3. Submit your application and get your ATO receipt ID.

Receive Your TFN:

• Your TFN will be posted to your Australian address within 28 days.

Follow Up:

• If you haven't received your TFN after 28 days, contact the ATO with your receipt ID.