From this function you can lodge and view a range of reports and files.
You can send large files or send multiple files as a single compressed file and you can test the file for errors before lodging.
See Supported files for a list of reports you can lodge.
Only files that have been prepared and generated from software in a format and version supported by our systems will be accepted. Scanned images of forms, screen prints, spreadsheets or word processing files aren't accepted.
To view reports or files:
- select Reports and forms then File transfer
- the date received, supplier ABN, file name and status of your submitted files will display
- to view a list of the reports and files you have permissions for select the drop-down menu next to What files can I lodge here?
- select Filter to refine by
- date range
- file type
- file name
- supplier ABN
- status
- ATO reference.
To submit a report or file:
- select Reports and forms then File transfer
- select Lodge
- select Test or Lodge
- select Attach, and browse to find the file to submit
- select if you want to be notified by email when the validation report is available. If so, enter your preferred email address
- select the Declaration to lodge a report. This option is only available for reports.
- select Submit.
When a file is submitted, it is validated for compatibility and file content. A summary of the file or report submitted, including any errors or warnings will be available. To view this validation report:
- select Reports and forms then File transfer
- select the drop-down menu next to the lodged file in Reports
- select the link to download the validation report
- review the validation report and correct the file or report before re-submitting.