When Do I Need to Complete a Tax Return?

The tax year ends on 5 April and shortly after this date anyone who is required to file a tax return will receive a notice advising that you must file a tax return for the tax year just ended. You may also need to file a tax return even if you have not received such a notice.

When can I do my tax return 2021?

The official end of the 2021 financial year falls on Wednesday 30 June 2021. That means that you can begin lodging your tax return from Thursday 1 July 2021.

When should a tax return be completed and filed?

When to file

If you're a calendar year filer and your tax year ends on December 31, the due date for filing your federal individual income tax return is generally April 15 of each year.

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