Why we use income tests
You must complete all questions in this section of your tax return. Where the amount is zero, write 0 (zero).
We use income tests to work out whether you:
- can claim certain tax offsets and the amount you are entitled to receive
- can receive some government benefits or concessions
- are entitled to a rebate for your private health insurance
- must pay tax
- must pay Medicare levy surcharge
- have a study and training support loan repayment liability, such as Higher Education Loan Program, VET Student Loan, Student Financial Supplement Scheme, Student Start-up Loan, ABSTUDY Student Start-up Loan or Australian Apprenticeship Support Loan (formerly known as Trade Support Loan) repayment liability.
We may also pass this information to other government agencies, such as Services Australia, to ensure you are receiving your correct entitlement to government benefits. It will also be used to correctly determine any child support payments.
Where to go next
- Go to question IT1 Total reportable fringe benefits amounts 2024.
- Return to main menu Individual tax return instructions 2024.
- Go back to question A4 Working holiday maker net income 2024.