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Unclaimed credits

A 4-year credit time limit applies to claiming credits.

Last updated 12 February 2025

You don't have to claim a credit in the period it arises, regardless of whether it relates to:

  • GST
  • fuel tax credits
  • luxury car tax (LCT), or
  • wine equalisation tax (WET).

You can claim credits on a later activity statement provided you're within the 4-year time limit to claim credits.

To find out more information, visit the page that corresponds with the tax credit you're claiming:

  • GST
  • Fuel tax credits - To claim a fuel tax credit, you must work out the amount using the rate that applied at the time you acquired the fuel.
  • LCT - LCT credits can only be claimed if you're not registered for GST
  • WET

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