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Etax: Quick and easy online tax returns

The tax experts at Etax can help you maximise your tax return with their handy online tax service.

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What is Etax?

Etax offers an online tax return service for Australians. The tax agents at Etax are qualified, experienced tax agents who understand the ins and outs of the tax system. Its expert accountants will not only help you complete your tax return and ensure you meet all your legal requirements, but they'll also help maximise your refund by looking for any additional deductions you're eligible to claim.

The process is entirely online, so you won't need to make an appointment or worry about travelling to a tax agent's office or branch to complete your return. It's quick and easy, with most customers completing their tax return in minutes.

Benefits of using Etax to complete your tax return

  • Entirely online, so you don't have to leave the couch
  • Fast and easy to use via desktop, mobile or over the phone
  • Qualified tax experts offer support via live chat while you complete your tax return
  • Etax looks for any additional deductions you can claim, to maximise your return
  • Etax lodges your tax return directly with the ATO
  • Check the progress of your refund
  • Do previous years' tax returns
  • Free tax calculator.
  • Help available in seven languages.
  • Fully registered Australian Tax Agent.

What type of tax returns can I compete with Etax?

  • Personal tax returns including salary and wages
  • Rental properties and capital gains tax
  • Sole trader tax returns
  • Home business tax returns
  • Family tax benefits and fringe benefits tax
  • Outstanding tax returns for previous years

Fees to complete your tax return with Etax

Tax return type

Price

Classic tax returnsFrom 64.90
Fast tax returnsFrom $68.90
Low income tax returnsFrom $38.50
Business tax returns (most sole traders will not need a business tax return)From $167.90
Overdue prior-year tax returnsFrom $95.90

Deduction type

Price

Basic tax deductions , capital gains tax and employee termination paymentFree with return
Fringe benefit tax$24.90
Rental schedules$24.90 for the first, $9.90 for any additional

Follow these steps to complete your tax return with Etax

Visit Etax online. Visit the etax.com.au website and click "Start now".

Complete your tax return online. The Etax prefill feature will populate a lot of the necessary details for you using your tax file number, saving you time. You'll need to fill in the blanks including any deductions you wish to claim and any additional income that's not already populated on your form. Etax offers live chat support through the process, so you can ask any questions you're not sure on.

Etax will review your return. The tax specialists will review your tax return and look for any additional deductions you're eligible to claim. A second tax specialist will then review it and ensure it meets all the ATO's compliance and legal requirements.

Tax return lodged. Etax will lodge your completed tax return directly with the ATO on your behalf.

What languages are available?

  • English
  • Mandarin
  • Cantonese
  • Japanese
  • Taiyu (Taiwanese dialect)
  • Hokkien (Chinese dialect)
  • Bahasa Melayu (Malayan dialect)

Frequently asked questions

This article discusses etax.com.au - a tax service available to Australians with over 35 years experience. It is different to the official ATO E-tax software. Committing to a Statement of Advice (SOA) is an individual decision and users can also opt for service from other Tax Return Specialists as per their requirements and interest. Users are also requested to read all terms and conditions carefully before committing to any of Tax Specialist Service.

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    JasonOctober 17, 2017

    Hi, I am looking for tax agent to submit my additional tax.

    1. I had submitted my personal tax (permanent job).
    2. Had earned just around $700 in Jun-July2017 from UberEat (food delivery service only). registered an ABN number but how can I declare tax on this?
    3. Please quote me the cost to engage your service.

    Thank you

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      HaroldOctober 17, 2017Staff

      Hi Jason,

      Thank you for your inquiry.

      You can check on this page the listings of professional tax accountant / agent.

      I hope this information has helped.

      Cheers,
      Harold

      Reply
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    SolitaireMarch 27, 2016

    I’ve missed the cut off dead line for personal tax return in October 2015. If I were to use an accountant or etax service, is there an extension to this date?

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      ShirleyMarch 29, 2016Staff

      Hi Solitaire,

      Thanks for your question.

      No there is no extension to this date if you use an accountant or etax. However, your accountant can deal with the ATO on your behalf.

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