ATO Community (2024)

FAQs

What is the ATO looking for? ›

As 'tax time' approaches, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has announced it will be taking a close look at 3 common errors being made by taxpayers: Incorrectly claiming work-related expenses. Inflating claims for rental properties. Failing to include all income when lodging.

You have the right under tax law to go to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) or Federal Court to challenge some of our decisions. In most cases, you must lodge an objection and be dissatisfied with the outcome before seeking an external review.

You need to link your myGov account to the ATO before you can access ATO online services. If you have previously linked your account to the ATO, return to the myGov homepage, select View and link services to check your ATO link status: If not showing as linked, select Link to begin the linking process.

There are several red flags that can trigger an Australian Taxation Office (ATO) audit. These may include home office expenses, work-related travel expenses, and private health insurance claims. If you are self-employed or run a small business, it's essential to be aware of these triggers if you wish to avoid an audit.

To claim a deduction for work-related expenses, you must meet the 3 golden rules: You must have spent the money and you weren't reimbursed. The expense must directly relate to earning your income. You must keep records that show you incur the expense (usually a receipt).

How to contact us if you need help. Phone us: within Australia: 13 28 61 and select option 5. from overseas: + 61 2 6216 1111.

The Commissioner also has responsibilities for aspects of the superannuation system. The role of the ATO is to contribute to the economic and social wellbeing of Australians by fostering willing participation in the tax, superannuation, and registry systems.

A secure system to interact with us online for your business tax and super needs.

How do I verify my identity on ATO? ›

ATO stands for authorization to operate, also known as “authority to operate.” Because there is no perfect, risk-free software system, the ATO process is aimed at minimizing and managing risk responsibility.

tax evasion and fraud. bypassing visa restrictions and visa fraud. identity fraud or identity takeover. Australian business number (ABN), goods and services tax (GST), and duty fraud.

Government agencies and private organizations may require authorization to operate (ATO) to determine that there are no flaws in a product that could compromise data and that the product will not cause issues with existing apps or networks.

To receive an ATO, the system's authorization package must include all (or almost all) control documentation requirements and assessment results, including: All core security documentation.

Our role is to effectively manage and shape the tax and superannuation systems that support and fund services for Australians, including: collecting revenue. administering the goods and services tax (GST) on behalf of the Australian states and territories.