Tax File Number (TFN) in Australia: What It Is and How to Apply
Need a TFN? Real guide from a Melbourne student.
Tax and Super Basics
Australian tax and superannuation confuse many international students, but understanding these systems helps you keep more of your hard-earned money. Our tax guides explain everything in plain English without confusing jargon.
Learn what a Tax File Number (TFN) is and how to apply for one immediately after arriving, understand whether you need to lodge a tax return (most international students do), and follow our step-by-step guide to lodging your first tax return online through myGov.
We explain how to read your Australian payslip – breaking down gross pay, tax, superannuation, and net pay. Discover what superannuation really is, why it matters even if you’re not staying in Australia permanently, and how to claim back your super when you leave the country.
Our guides cover common tax deductions students and casual workers can claim, the important difference between being a resident and non-resident for tax purposes, and tax obligations if you do ABN work or side hustles. Learn how much tax you should expect to pay, what happens if you don’t lodge a tax return, and how to keep simple records for tax time.
Understand Australian tax basics. Avoid problems and keep more money in your pocket.
How International Students Lodge Tax Returns in Australia: Simple Guide
Need to lodge a tax return? Real simple guide from a Melbourne student.
How to Lodge Your First Tax Return in Australia Online: Step by Step
Lodging your first tax return? Real step by step guide from a Melbourne student.
Understanding Australian Payslips: Tax, Super and Net Pay Explained
Confused by your payslip? Real guide from a Melbourne student.
What Is Superannuation in Australia for International Students: Do You Care?
Confused about superannuation? Real guide from a Melbourne student.
How to Claim Back Your Super When You Leave Australia: Basic Overview
Leaving Australia? Real guide on claiming back super from a Melbourne student.
Common Tax Deductions for Students and Casual Workers in Australia: What You Can Claim
Want to claim tax deductions? Real guide from a Melbourne student.
Resident vs Non Resident Tax in Australia: What It Means for International Students
Confused about tax residency? Real guide from a Melbourne student.
ABN Work and Tax Obligations for International Students in Australia
Working with an ABN? Real guide on tax obligations from a Melbourne student.
How Much Tax Do You Pay in Australia: Guide for Casual and Part Time Jobs
Wondering how much tax you’ll pay? Real guide from a Melbourne student.
What Happens If You Don’t Lodge a Tax Return in Australia: Possible Problems
Didn’t lodge your tax return? Real guide on possible problems from a Melbourne student.
How to Keep Simple Records for Tax Time as a Student in Australia
Need to keep records? Real simple guide from a Melbourne student.