Tax Agents new Client Verification Process

If you’re a new client with a Tax Agent, you’ll now find that there’s a requirement to undergo a proof of identity process. More info can be found from the ATO’s Agent Client Verification page.

Strong client verification helps to protect tax practitioners, clients and Australia’s tax and super systems from misuse due to identity theft and related issues.

This might mean that you’ll need to bring along photo identification (drivers license or passport) as well verify information from government documents, or the ATO when dealing with your accountant.

From time to time, existing clients may also find that their identity needs to be verified to ensure that your Tax Agent complies with the ATO’s proof of identity requirements for clients.

If you have any queries or question related to Tax please don’t hesitate to get in contact with us at STS Accounting.