E-File

E-File is a way you can send data from your own PC system directly to the Inland Revenue mainframe. Use it to send most income tax returns, correspondence, changes to your client list or client details, and for stationery orders. You can also receive your client lists.

Getting started with E-File

Learn about registering for E-File and which technical resources (hardware and software) you will need to run it. Find contact details for developers of E-File software.

Introduction to E-File and its benefits

Using E-File offers advantages to both tax agents and your clients. Find out what you can do with E-File and what the advantages are.

E-File terms of reference

To register for E-File you need to complete an E-File registration (IR798) form which requires you to make a declaration. Your declaration is that you have read and understood the following terms of reference.

E-File Support Team and feedback

Contact the E-File Support Team or send us feedback.

How E-File works

Learn about how E-File works for transmitting data, confirmation message, autolinking and taxpacks.

Destination codes for electronic correspondence

Use destination codes from this list in E-File electronic correspondence.

E-File and electronic correspondence

Learn about using E-File for electronic correspondence, and what the benefits are.

Common E-File errors

Common errors in using E-File and ways to overcome them.

E-File Notification service

Subscribe / Unsubscribe to the E-File email notification service.

Date published: 09 Nov 2004

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