Careers Corner

How to apply for a Tax File Number 

Through Australia Post

https://auspost.com.au/id-and-document-services/tax-file-numbers

You can apply for your TFN at a participating Australia Post retail outlet External Link if you're able to attend an interview. There is no fee for lodging your TFN application with Australia Post.

To apply through Australia Post, you need to: 

1. Complete the online form External Link – the form is not supported by Internet Explorer, so use another browser.

2. Print the application summary, which will include your application reference number. 

3. Find External Link a participating Australia Post outlet near you.

4. Attend an interview at a participating Australia Post outlet within 30 days of completing your online form. Take your application summary and current original proof of identity documents External Link to the interview.

5. Sign your application at Australia Post during your interview to complete your TFN application.

You should receive your TFN within 28 days from when we receive your completed application, after the required documents have been sighted by Australia Post.

To prevent delays, don't lodge another application. We appreciate your patience during the processing period. If you haven't received your TFN notification letter after 28 days, contact us. (ATO)