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From registration to reporting. Everything tradies need to know about GST in Australia.
Step-by-step help with your Business Activity Statements. Make BAS reporting simple.
Downloadable resources to help you stay GST compliant and organized.
Required when your annual turnover reaches $75,000. You can register voluntarily below this threshold.
Add 10% GST to your prices. Clearly show GST on invoices and quotes.
Claim back GST on business purchases like tools, materials, vehicle expenses, and insurance.
Report your GST collected and claimed every quarter to the ATO.
Quick answers to the questions tradies ask most
Many tradies register voluntarily before $75k to appear more professional and claim GST credits on tools and equipment. However, registration means more paperwork and quarterly reporting.
Most business expenses: tools, equipment, materials, vehicle expenses (business portion), insurance, phone/internet, accounting fees, safety gear, and home office expenses if you work from home.
Subcontractors charge GST on their services (if registered) and claim GST credits. Employees don't deal with GST - their employer handles it. Make sure you're classified correctly!
The ATO understands mistakes happen. You can usually amend previous BAS statements. Keep good records and contact the ATO or a tax agent if you're unsure.
What to keep, and for how long
5 years from the date you prepare or obtain the document, or 5 years from when transactions are completed, whichever is later.
Digital records are acceptable if they're true and accurate. Cloud storage is great for backup and accessibility.
Pro tip: Use Chippie to automatically track all your GST transactions and generate BAS reports.
Chippie automatically handles GST on all your quotes, invoices, and expenses. Generate BAS reports in one click and never miss a deadline.