If you obtain employment while in Australia it is recommended that you apply for a “Tax File Number” (TFN). An individual tax file number (TFN) is issued to each taxpayer in Australia. If you are an International student, before you apply for your TFN you will need a student work visa. You will be asked to provide your TFN when you complete a taxation deduction form at the commencement of employment. It is not compulsory to have or provide a TFN, however, if you do not have one, any income you earn will be taxed at a much higher rate.

Application forms are available from the QIBT office or the following website www.ato.gov.au