Most Australians who earn an Australian income must file an Aussie tax return even if they live overseas.

According to the ATO, you don’t need to complete a tax return if you are:

• earning less than the tax-free threshold as an Australian tax resident
• a foreign resident and didn’t make any Australian income
• a working holidaymaker earning less than $45,001

In Australia, non-resident tax applies to those who live and work abroad without intending to return to oz.

Non-tax residents only need to lodge tax returns for income earned in Australia. It’s also a little more challenging to prove that you’re a non-resident for tax purposes.

You can check our Resident Vs Non-Resident Tax in Australia page for more information.

Lodging tax returns in Australia is pretty straightforward, whether in Australia or overseas. You will need a unique Tax File Number (TFN). The Australian Tax Office assigns all Aussie taxpayers a TFN and a MyGov account.

You may need to update the settings to allow you to complete your tax return from overseas. You can submit your tax return online through myTax, the fastest and easiest way to pay taxes.

The tax office will require the following:

1. Your bank account details
2. Proof of net taxable income
3. Proof of expenses and deductions
4. Evidence of private health funds (if you’re required to pay the Medicare Levy Surcharge)

You can find more information on our Australian Tax Returns for Expat page.

Filing tax returns in Australia is a simple process, whether you are within the country or abroad. The first step is obtaining a unique Tax File Number (TFN) assigned to all taxpayers by the Australian Tax Office, along with a MyGov account.

If you are abroad, you may need to adjust your account settings to enable you to file your tax return online. The preferred and quickest method for filing taxes is through myTax. The tax office requires information such as your bank account details, evidence of taxable income, proof of expenses and deductions, and private health fund records (if you are subject to the Medicare Levy Surcharge).

You can find additional information on the topic on our How to Lodge your Australian Tax Return as an Expat page.

You can check your tax return status online using Australian Tax Office’s online services. You can sign into the official MyGov website. The website provides you with all the necessary information to manage your tax returns.

Different property taxes depend on whether you’re a tax resident or non-resident for tax purposes. Tax non-residents and foreign residents must pay a range of property taxes, including:

• Income tax
• Capital Gains Tax
• Stamp Duty
• Land Tax

Learn more about what taxes you are obliged to pay as non-residents on our Property Taxes for Non-Residents in Australia page.