Apply for a Tax File Number (TFN) – Start Here

Use this page as your launchpad: confirm your pathway, gather documents, submit correctly, and avoid duplicate applications. Official TFN issuance is handled by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).

✅ Eligibility path ✅ Document checklist ✅ Error prevention ✅ Scam safety

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Quick TFN application checklist

Choose the correct pathway: resident, foreign passport holder/migrant, or outside Australia.
Align identity details: full name and date of birth should match your documents.
Use your current postal address: TFN letters are typically delivered by mail.
Submit once: keep your reference number and avoid duplicates unless instructed.
Protect your TFN: share only when legitimately required.

Tip: Most delays come from mismatched details, incomplete identity steps, or duplicate submissions.

Next steps

Open the full guide and browse keyword pages tailored to your situation (student, worker, migrant, non-resident, etc.).

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