Object to a wagering and betting tax assessment
How to lodge an objection if you disagree with your assessment.
Background information
If you disagree with a wagering and betting tax assessment or reassessment, you can lodge an objection.
You must lodge your objection within 60 days of receiving your assessment.
Your reasons for objecting must:
- challenge the legal basis of the assessment
- highlight the specific things you think are incorrect.
If you are objecting to a reassessment, you can only object to the extra amount. You cannot object to liabilities in the original assessment.
Step 1: Access the online portal
Log in to the online portal, go to the ‘Objections’ page and select ‘Object to an assessment’.
Step 2: Complete the declaration
Read the declaration and select the checkboxes to proceed.
Step 3: Select preferred contact
We can send the outcome of your objection to you or you can nominate another contact person (e.g. your accountant).
Step 4: Objection details
Select the checkboxes next to the assessment or assessments you are objecting to.
You can then object to the:
- primary liability
- interest
- penalty tax.
Use the text boxes to explain why you are objecting. Remember, your objection must challenge the legal basis of the assessment and highlight the specific things you think are incorrect.
Step 5: Lodge your objection
Attach any supporting documents and select ‘Lodge’ to send your objection to us. You will receive a message confirming your submission.
Next steps
Your objection is handled by a person independent of the original decision. We will write to you or your preferred contact to tell you our decision.