File your GST return

All GST dates

Before you start

You'll need your:

In myIR, select ‘Returns and transactions’ next to the GST account
Select the ‘File return’ link next to the period you're filing for, such as 31-Mar-2022
Select whether or not you're filing a nil return.

If you’ve been filing nil for a while, check whether you need to cancel your GST registration.

Select either:

You'll need to fill out:

This will show your assessment.

If your assessment is a bill, you can pay by direct debit, or pay later using one of our other payment options.

If your assessment is a refund, you can transfer it to another tax type or customer, or confirm the bank account you want the refund paid to.

Before you can submit it, you can attach correspondence or receipts to the return if needed.

Other ways to do this

If your accounting software allows you to file your return directly with us, you can do this.

If you do not have myIR, we'll send you paper returns to complete. You can also download a paper return.

If you have a refund we'll pay it within 15 working days.

You can fix any mistakes in your return after you've submitted it.

Submit your return and make any required payment by the due date.

If you cannot submit your return, or pay on time penalties and interest may apply.

If you can't pay your bill on time find out more about your options.

Make sure we have your correct contact details, bank account and income information. You can update your details at any time in myIR.