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Visa Holders

Temporary residents and other visa holders can face additional questions when dealing with work, tax and TFN requirements in Australia.

This section brings together TFN information relevant to international students, working holiday makers, temporary workers and other visa holders. Articles focus on how TFNs fit into common tax and employment situations after arriving in Australia and where visa-holder circumstances may affect the process.

This is not an immigration-advice section. Visa conditions and work rights should always be confirmed through current official immigration information. General workplace topics that are not visa-specific belong in Working in Australia.

Preguntas frecuentes

Can temporary visa holders get a TFN?
Many temporary residents may need or be able to obtain a TFN depending on their circumstances. The appropriate process should be confirmed using current ATO requirements.
Do international students need a TFN to work in Australia?
A TFN commonly becomes relevant when an international student starts working and enters the Australian tax system. Work rights themselves depend on the person's visa conditions.
Does changing visa type give me a new TFN?
A change in visa circumstances does not normally mean that an existing TFN is replaced.
Where should I check my visa work conditions?
Current visa conditions should be checked through official Australian Government immigration information rather than inferred from TFN guidance.