Get Your Tax Refund Faster in 2025 – No More ATO Delays

You want your refund fast? Don’t we all.

But if you want the ATO to cough up your cash quicker, there are a few things you need to get right – and a few potholes to dodge.

Here’s how to speed up your refund and stay out of the ATO slow lane.

1. Don’t Lodge Too Early (Seriously)

We know you’re keen, but the ATO doesn’t even start processing returns until 01 July. And even then, prefill data is often patchy until mid-July.

Lodge before your income is fully reported, and the ATO might flag your return for review. That means delays, amendments, and possibly even a tap on the shoulder from their audit team.

Moral of the story: Lodge early enough, not early enough to trigger the ATO robots.

2. Get Your Bank Details Right

The ATO won’t mail you a cheque like it’s 1996. If your bank details are wrong or out of date, say goodbye to quick refunds and hello to chasing paperwork.

Double-check your account number and BSB before lodging. It's five seconds that could save you five weeks.

3. Use a Registered Tax Agent (Hi, That’s Us)

Tax agents like GoTax don’t just make things easier. We help you avoid the mistakes that cause refund delays.

Plus, using a tax agent gives you more time to lodge – and support if the ATO decides to play hardball.

4. Avoid Mistakes That Trigger ATO Reviews

Mistakes = delays.

What kinds of mistakes? Try:

• Guessing work expenses

• Forgetting income (hello, side gigs)

• Claiming deductions you can't prove

• Using old personal info

Want to avoid those? Let GoTax hold your hand (without it being weird).

5. Keep Your Records Sorted

You don’t need to be Marie Kondo, but having your receipts and documents ready will make things smoother.

Better yet, use the Deduction Grabber app to store everything throughout the year.

Check out Deduction Grabber: www.gotax.com.au/deduction-grabber

6. Don’t Guess. Ask.

If you’re not sure about something, don’t just wing it. That’s how mistakes happen.

Use the live chat. Ask Derek. Email Dee. We’re here for you.

Your refund shouldn’t be held up because you were too proud to ask a question.

FAQs

Q: How long does the ATO take to pay my refund?
A: If everything’s clean, it usually takes 7–10 business days. Unless you’ve triggered a flag. Then? Who knows.

Q: Can I get my refund faster by lodging through GoTax?
A: Absolutely. We help you avoid the silly mistakes that cause delays – and we lodge correctly the first time.

Q: What if my refund is taking forever?
A: Log in to your GoTax account and check your messages. If it’s taking too long, we can chase it up with the ATO for you.

Want your refund faster, safer, and without the stress? Lodge with GoTax and get it done right the first time.

Start Your Return at www.gotax.com.au/start