Hi, i lodged me tax return on July 16. It is still showing as Balancing Account. The effective date is August 2. How can I contact the ATO to ask what is happening? Is there a max time it can take?
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Hey GGgirl,
There could be many reasons why your tax return may be delayed. It could be because:
- We're checking information with other government agencies e.g., child support, Centrelink.
- you have a debt with us.
- you've been insolvent/bankrupt before
- we're checking information provided on your tax return e.g., wages with employee, bank interest etc.
- you've lodged more than one return at a time.
If the delay is causing you financial hardship, you may be eligible to request priority processing.
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Hey GGgirl,
There could be many reasons why your tax return may be delayed. It could be because:
- We're checking information with other government agencies e.g., child support, Centrelink.
- you have a debt with us.
- you've been insolvent/bankrupt before
- we're checking information provided on your tax return e.g., wages with employee, bank interest etc.
- you've lodged more than one return at a time.
If the delay is causing you financial hardship, you may be eligible to request priority processing.
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