How do I get an ABN?

 

For more information, see ABN entitlement.

Applying for an ABN

Non-residents need to provide either:

• their Australian tax file number (TFN), or

• proof of identity documents and a statement of your business activities in Australia.

You can still apply for an ABN online if you don’t have a TFN. When you've completed your application, record your reference number. You'll need it when sending documents or contacting us. Without it, you may need to lodge a new application.

When you send documents please complete this coversheet External link including your reference number so we can match your documents with your application.

Documents should be sent by the due date specified at the end of your application. If they're not sent within 43 days of submitting your application, it will be refused.

Send to:

Australian Taxation Office
Non-resident registrations team
PO Box  3373
Albury NSW 2640 AUSTRALIA

 

Phoning within Australia

1. Phone1300 146 094between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) or Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), Monday to Friday.

2. Waituntil you hear instructions to enter the 3 digit call-back code.

3. Enter the call-back code 118 and #.