Tax Return Deadlines

Individual Returns

Self Filed - 31st October

Agent Filed - 15th May

If you are self filing your return, the due date is 31st October each year.

When using a professional tax agent, the individual due date can vary depending on many factors (overdue status, debt size). The standard due date for people without overdue documents and a small debt or refund is 15th May each year.

In order to qualify for the extended deadline, you need to register with an agent before 31st October.

BAS Returns

Q1 - 28th October

Q2 - 28th February

Q3 - 28th April

Q4 - 28th July

Quarterly returns filed by paper are due the 28th of October, February, April and July. Online lodgments are typically eligible for a 2 week extension except for Q2.

If your GST turnover is over $20 million, you must lodge monthly by the 21st of the following month.

If your GST turnover is less than $75,000 ($150,000 for non-profits) , you only have to lodge annually. This deadline is typically 15th of May when using an agent and 31st October if you are lodging it yourself.

Companies & Trusts

28th February

OR

31st March

These entities usually must file by the 28th February or 31st March.

Larger entities or those with large debts may be required to file earlier.

Micro enterprises can file as late as 15th May.