Registering for GST voluntarily

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GST Dates

JAN 15

Your GST return and payment is due for the taxable period ending 30 November.
JAN 28

Your GST return and payment is due for the taxable period ending 31 December.
FEB 28

Your GST return and payment is due for the taxable period ending 31 January.

All GST dates

You can still register for GST if your turnover from a taxable activity is less than $60,000.

The advantages of registering for GST include:

it helps you keep on top of your paperwork and see how your business is doing
you can claim on your expenses relating to your taxable activity
it might make it easier to deal with your suppliers.

The disadvantages of registering for GST include:

you need to add GST to your prices
you need to file returns regularly
you are charged penalties if your returns or payments are late.

Last updated: 28 Apr 2021