Backpacker tax
Backpacker tax refund Australia
If you worked in Australia as a backpacker, your refund depends on your visa, income, tax taken out, and work costs you paid yourself.
Start with your income statement
Log in to myGov and find your income statement. Use total pay and tax withheld. Do not guess from memory if myGov has the final numbers.
Choose working holiday maker
Many backpackers are taxed under working holiday maker rates. That normally means tax starts from the first dollar earned.
Common costs to check
- Safety boots, high-vis gear and protective equipment
- Tools needed for the job
- Work phone use
- Training or licences connected to your current work
Estimate it now
Use the calculator to get a simple estimate, then compare the guide with myTax before lodging.
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