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Get an ABN for freelance/contractor work
If you're doing freelance, gig economy, or contractor work, you may need an Australian Business Number (ABN).
Why this matters
Without an ABN, businesses must withhold 47% tax from payments to you. An ABN also lets you invoice properly.
How to do it
How to do it
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Check if you're genuinely a contractor, not an employee
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Apply for an ABN free at the Australian Business Register
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Include your ABN on all invoices
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Keep records for your tax return - you'll report this income differently
Some employers try to classify employees as contractors to avoid obligations. If you're really an employee, you have rights.
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