Year 12 Students – Tax File Numbers

Prospective university students are encouraged to apply early for a Tax File Number (TFN). Students who gain entry to a university course must have a TFN to defer their fee payment through HECS-HELP, FEE-HELP or VET FEE-HELP (to pay later through the tax system). To obtain a TFN, students should contact the Australian Tax Office (ATO) and complete a 'tax file number - application or enquiry for an individual' form. For more information, please call the ATO on 132 861 or visit the website at: https://www.ato.gov.au/.