Leaving Australia — The last weeks, and after you go
Tourist Refund Scheme (GST refund at the airport)
A refund of the GST, and wine equalisation tax, on goods you bought in Australia and take home with you.
A refund of the GST, and wine equalisation tax, on goods you bought in Australia and take home with you.
If you spend AUD 300 or more with one business before you fly, you can claim the GST back at a refund desk at the airport.
Have ready before you start
- Original paper tax invoices in English
- Passport and boarding pass
- The goods, in your carry-on if asked
The goods must be bought within 60 days of leaving, the AUD 300 must be from one supplier with the same ABN, photocopies and photographs of invoices are rejected, and you must be ready to take everything on board as carry-on.
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Usually done around the same time
- Lodge your tax return when you leave What to do about tax when you leave Australia after working here.
- Getting your rental bond back How to claim your bond when you move out. Pick your state or territory below, or on its page.
- Claim your super when you leave (DASP) The process for claiming your superannuation after you leave Australia permanently.