Published 26 October, 2020
This table breaks down the key similarities and differences between lodging your tax return directly through MyGov and lodging through Airtax.
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Airtax |
MyGov |
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Online System? |
Yes |
Yes |
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ATO Prefill? |
Yes |
Yes |
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Processed through a Tax Agent? |
Yes - Airtax is a registered Tax Agent with the ATO |
No, you are a self-reporting tax payer |
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Access to extended deadlines? |
Yes! Lodging through a registered Tax Agent such as Airtax generally means you have access to the extended tax return deadline (17 May of the following year). |
No - the deadline to lodge is 2 November, 2020. There are no extensions available through MyGov. |
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Live Tax Calculator |
Yes - we’re completely transparent and display your estimated tax payable/refundable, which will update for you as you complete each field. Top tip: The calculated number often changes after a review by our Accountants. |
No - you’ll need to complete your lodgement before you see your estimate. |
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Expert support available to help enhance tax position? |
Yes - Airtax Tax Assist and Tax Professional are affordable ways to speak with a PwC tax specialist and make sure you’re lodging optimally. If you’re after self-serve alternatives, we also have detailed Help Centre articles suggested throughout our tax return form, which are completely free to access. |
The ATO’s job is to ensure compliance, not increase your refund! |