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Report schemes and promoters

How to report tax avoidance or tax evasion schemes and promoters confidentially to the ATO.

Last updated 21 August 2024

Ways to report

You can report an unlawful tax or super scheme, and a promoter of these schemes confidentially by:

  • completing the tip-off form on our website or in the ATO app 'contact us' section
  • contacting us on 1800 060 062.

Details to prepare

If possible, you should include the following information:

  • details of the scheme
  • name and contact details of the adviser, intermediary, facilitator or promoter
  • any other relevant information, such as promotional material, cost of the scheme, tax advice provided.

What to do if you're offered a scheme

If you are offered an unlawful tax or super scheme, you should reject it and then report it to us. You should also contact us if you:

  • think you are involved in an unlawful scheme
  • have concerns about an investment scheme or a promoter.

Taxpayers who disclose their involvement in an unlawful scheme could be eligible for a reduction in penalties.

If you suspect that you have already entered into an unlawful tax or super scheme, please contact us to correct your position and mitigate your exposure to interest and penalties.

Find more information on making a tip-off and making voluntary disclosures in the approved form.

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