Am I a resident or non-resident for tax purposes?
Generally, you will receive more tax back if you are a resident for tax purposes.
You can be classified as a resident for tax purposes if:
- You have been, or intend to be in Australia for at least 6 months (183 days),
- You have stayed for the majority of that time in one city or town,
- You have rented accommodation or stayed with friends.
Basically the Tax Office offers a whole heap of commentary and guidelines on what constitutes a resident for tax purposes. The rules are not straight forward and judgement is required.
Our tax partner will make this judgment on your behalf with the information you supply them. Whatever your residency status, you can rest assured that they will obtain the maximum refund possible.