Everything you need to knowabout tax in Australia
Practical articles on TFN, tax returns, super, and ABN - written for working holiday makers, explained simply.
What is a TFN? Tax File Number guide for working holiday makers in Australia
A Tax File Number (TFN) is your personal tax ID in Australia. What it is, why working holiday makers on 417 and 462 visas need one, and how it affects your pay and tax return.
Read more →How to apply for a TFN in Australia (working holiday maker guide)
Step-by-step guide to applying for a Tax File Number (TFN) as a working holiday maker on a 417 or 462 visa. Application process, ID required, processing time and what to do while you wait.
Read more →How long does it take to get a TFN in Australia? (2025-26 guide)
Most TFN applications are processed within 28 days by the ATO. What working holiday makers can expect, what to check if it is taking longer, and how to work in the meantime.
Read more →Can you start work in Australia without a TFN? Working holiday rules explained
You can start a job before you receive your TFN, but tax is withheld at 45% until you provide one. What working holiday makers should know about the 28-day rule and how to avoid losing pay.
Read more →Tax withheld at 45%? What happens if your employer does not have your TFN
Without a TFN, Australian employers must withhold tax at the top marginal rate of 45%. What it means for working holiday makers, when you can claim back the overpaid tax, and how to fix it fast.
Read more →TFN vs ABN: the difference for working holiday makers in Australia
TFN is your personal tax ID for employment income. ABN is for self-employed or contractor work. Which one working holiday makers on 417 and 462 visas need, and when you might need both.
Read more →Can you apply for a TFN before arriving in Australia? Working holiday guide
For most working holiday visa holders, you must be in Australia before applying for a TFN. What you can prepare in advance, what documents you need, and when to apply for the fastest processing.
Read more →TFN application delayed in Australia? What working holiday makers can do
If your TFN has not arrived 28 days after applying, the ATO may have flagged your application or sent it to the wrong address. How to check status, follow up, and what to ask your employer in the meantime.
Read more →Do you need a new TFN for a second working holiday visa in Australia?
No. Your TFN is permanent and stays with you for life, even between visa renewals. What working holiday makers should do when returning to Australia on a 2nd or 3rd working holiday visa.
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