PERFORMING
IN AUSTRALIA AS A FOREIGN RESIDENT?
In preparation for entering Australia to perform your
main points of contact to do this under appropriate authority are:
The Australian Tax Office (ATO) &
Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC)All
forms and document links are direct to the necessary sources.
Please make sure you down load the entire file/s as instructions are
included and are very necessary in the application process.
01 - OBTAINING A TAX FILE NUMBER (TFN)
Instructions and information
Non
resident Tax File application -
Form
(325Kb) (there are full instructions on the
form)
Note:
please keep in mind that the reason for applying for a TFN is "to
obtain an ABN"
It is also a good idea to have a lead time of 60 days as you cannot
apply for an ABN until you have your Tax file number.
The lead time for a TFN is approx. 28 days and the ABN application
should be allowed 28 days as well.
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02 -OBTAINING AN AUSTRALIAN BUSINESS NUMBER (ABN)
Register for an ABN
Form (2.35Mb)
click " Apply for Australian Business Number"
You are applying as a Foreign resident and this will need to be
addressed during the application process.
The Australian Tax Office will contact you if there is a problem with
your application.
This shouldn't be done until you've received your Tax File Number.
03 -
APPLYING FOR A FOREIGN RESIDENT WITHOLDING VARIATION (FRWV)
This application form should be used by a foreign resident payee (a
foreign resident entity who receives a payment) to reduce their 'pay
as you go' (PAYG) withholding rate for the year ending 30 June.
This will also provide links to a full instruction booklet (on line) +
Phone numbers and email address.
info here
04
- SEEKING UNION SUPPORT - there
are two bodies recognized by the DIAC are:
1. MUSICIANS
UNION (MUA) – it is best to call and talk to Lynda Thompson,
Imports Officer on 61 2 9440 4611 or via email on
muaimports@bigpond.com
The office hours are Wednesday and Friday during normal
office times. There is
no “on line” information on import requirements but they need to
comply with DIAC guidelines.
2. MEDIA
AND ENTERTAINMENT ARTS ALLIANCE
(MEAA). – This is the only
other body that is recognized by the D.I.A.C. that can support
Sponsor and Visa Applications for Entertainers.
A great deal of helpful information can be found on the link:
Live
Performances: Concerts, Disc Jockeys, Cabaret, Variety Performers
and Technical Personnel
The Alliance Imports Officer is contactable on p.61 7 3846 0044 or
imports@alliance.org.au
Check with them on membership requirements but it is understood that
import applications will attract a Cultural membership fee of
$50.00.
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– Department of Immigration and
citizenship
(diac)
A very
informative link that should be read by all applicants. This provides
a comprehensive overview of expectations of the Australian Government
and DIAC. Another
source for information is found at:
more info
1.
Appointment of an Authorized Recipient:
Form 956
you use this to inform DIAC that you have:
appointed a migration agent or exempt agent or authorized recipient.
2. The Appointment of a Sponsor:
this form must be used to appoint your Australian Sponsor.
Form 148
These
pages will need to be printed and read thoroughly.
There are also phone numbers to be used for assistance and
input during the completion of the form.
Check with D.I.M.I.A. in regards to the support documents
needed. Generally they
may include such items as:
a. Sponsorship Contract (This can only be done by an Australia Citizen
residing in Australia)
b. Copies of some Performance Contracts
c. An estimate of booked income
d. Musicians Union (MUA or MEAA) written support.
e. Copy of I.D. pages of passport
3.
Applying for an Entertainment
Class 420 Visa: this form is used to make application for your
work in Austrailia
as a performer/musician.
Form 147
As with for 148, these will need to be printed and read thoroughly.
Also contact phones are available for assistance and input.
Check with DIAC in regards to support documents needed.
4. Current fees are: Under
Class 420 Visa
fees Total/person: $525.00
Form 148 Sponsorship = $275.00 per person
For 147 Visa Application = $250.00
per person
Please check with us for an update on these charges as
they seem to be increased annually.
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