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Registering for payroll tax

When to register for payroll tax

Employers, or a group of related businesses, whose total Australian wages exceed the current NSW monthly threshold, are required to pay NSW payroll tax.

Monthly threshold

  • 28 days = $48,942

  • 30 days = $52,438

  • 31 days = $54,186

As an employer you must register with OSR within seven days after the month in which your wages first exceed the current NSW monthly threshold. When you register we will advise you if you need to pay your payroll tax monthly or annually.

How to register for payroll tax

To register for payroll tax:

  • complete and lodge your application for registration online using the payroll tax online registration form.

More information

Last updated: 01-Jul-2009
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