ato logo
Search Suggestion:

BAS refund

What to do when expecting a business activity statement (BAS) refund as a credit.

Last updated 1 November 2021

If you're expecting a business activity statement (BAS) refund as a credit, there are circumstances when there could be a delay or offset against a tax debt. 

After we have processed your business activity statement (BAS), either:

  • you will owe money (a tax debt), or
  • we will owe you money (a refund).

Occasionally, you may not receive your refund or the refund you receive may be less than you expected.

The word 'credit' on this page refers to both a credit and a running balance account surplus (e.g. on your integrated client account).

When we are entitled to retain part of, or all your refund.

How to use offsetting to pay off an outstanding debt.

Making voluntary payments in anticipation of a future tax debt.

Lodge your outstanding activity statements to ensure your refund will be issued.

QC18637