RESIDENCY
Graeme arrived in Australia from the United Kingdom on 1 October
2018 with the intention of remaining permanently.
Based on his circumstances you have determined he is a resident for
tax purposes, but he is currently on a temporary visa.
Which of the following types of income must he include in his
Australian tax return?
Wages earned in the UK prior to arriving in Australia
Interest on a bank account in the UK, prior 1 October 2018
Interest earned on a bank account in the UK after 1 October 2018
UK Social Security Pension commenced on 1 May 2019
Interest on a bank account in Australia, earned after 1 October 2018
Hint: 1 Correct answer (s)
The correct answer is : Interest on bank account in Australia, earned after 1 October 2018 will be taxed.
Explanation:
Graeme is temporary resident in Australia.
Explanation: The ATO states that a temporary resident is one who:
Temporary residents are taxed only on the Australian source of income. As Graeme is a temporary resident, only his Australian source of income will be taxed.
Thus, Interest on bank account in Australia, earned after 1 October 2018 will be taxed.
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