The accepted specifications and versions for the 2016-17, 2017-18, 2018-19 and 2019-20 financial years. You will be required to use these if you are developing software to lodge electronically. A list of validation tools has also been included.
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A Final electronic reporting specification Payment variation advice (PVA) statement version 3.2.2 has been released. Tracked and clean versions have been provided for your information.
This specification is to be used in the development of...
A Final electronic reporting specification Remittance advice and recovery notice version 4.2.1 has been released. Clean and tracked versions have been published for your information.
This specification is to be used in the development of...
What is the SuperMatch Service
The SuperMatch service is an online service that may be used by superannuation funds, superannuation administrators and their intermediaries (excluding SMSF’s) to obtain a full list of super accounts and any ATO-...
Access our library for track changed versions of the A-NZ specifications and other associated documents.
You can find the final A-NZ specifications versions and other supporting documents on GitHub....
The tax file number (TFN) algorithm is a mathematical formula that tests the validity of numbers quoted as TFNs. Its use in software is recommended as it will minimise TFN errors and may subsequently reduce the need for contact between your...
This document is provided to digital service providers for the purpose of obtaining and understanding the format and algorithm of the Australian business number (ABN).
Highlights of the service are:
- The automatic validation of ABN...
The Electronic funds transfer (EFT) code validation specification and test scenario allows for the enhancement of software products by incorporating official ATO EFT code validation rules.
The receipt of a valid code by the ATO should...
The FINAL member contributions statement electronic reporting specification v10.1.2 (MCS) is now available.
A tracked version of the FINAL specification showing changes from the published current version 10.1.1 to FINAL version 10.1.2, as well...