Will you get money back?

Tax credits and tax refunds

Who qualifies for money back?

Most people who earn salary or wages pay the right amount of tax and don't need to do anything at the end of the tax year (31 March). However some people may pay too much tax or may qualify for a tax credit. A tax credit is a reduction in the amount of tax you need to pay.

Check to see if you qualify for a tax credit or a tax refund.

You may qualify for a...	if you...
tax credit	paid for childcare or a housekeeper made donations of more than $5 earned less than $9,880 worked while still at school. Note If you claimed a donation, childcare or housekeeper tax credit last year we'll automatically send you a claim form in April.
tax refund	were a salary and wage earner and you: worked for only part of the year earned less than $14,000 were paid a lump sum, for example redundancy had more than one job have expenses to claim paid too much tax.

Paid too much tax?

Anyone can find out if they qualify for a tax refund - it's anonymous and free.

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