Privacy (Tax File Number) Rule
Administered by: Attorney-General's Department / Office of the Australian Information Commissioner
When is this code of practice required?
You must comply with this rule if you intend to collect an individual's tax file number (TFN) information. This rule regulates the collection, storage, use, disclosure, security and disposal of TFN information with the goal of ensuring the privacy of the TFN information.
What resources provide more information?
| Task | Type | Resources |
|---|---|---|
| Comply | Code of Practice | Privacy (Tax File Number) Rule |
What legislation specifies this code of practice?
Privacy Act 1988 (Australian Government)
Privacy Regulations 2025 (Australian Government)
Who can you talk to for more information?
Enquiries
Attorney-General's Department / Office of the Australian Information Commissioner
| Mailing address | GPO BOX 5218 Sydney, New South Wales 2001 |
| Operating address | Level 19 175 Pitt Street Sydney, New South Wales 2000 |
| Phone | 1300 363 992 |
| Phone | 02 9284 9749 |
| Fax | 02 9284 9666 |
| enquiries@oaic.gov.au | |
| Business website | Office of the Australian Information Commissioner |
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