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Optima Accountants Limited

0292 061 4140

info@optimaaccountants.co.uk

75 Whitchurch Road, Cardiff CF14 3JP

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Australia Income &
UK Tax

If you're living in the UK but have income, property, investments or a pension in Australia, you may need to declare it to HMRC – even if you've already paid tax in Australia.

This Applies To You If...

You have an Australian pension or income

You own property in Australia

You receive rental income from Australia

You have investments or bank accounts in Australia

You receive dividends or interest

You have moved between Australia and the UK

Why UK Tax May Still Apply

As a UK tax resident, you must declare your worldwide income to HMRC. The UK-Australia Double Taxation Convention may allow you to claim credit for Australian tax paid, reducing or eliminating double taxation.

Common Australian Income Types and How They're Treated

Income Type UK Tax Treatment (Summary)
Australian employment income Taxable in the UK; claim tax credit for Australian tax paid
Australian superannuation / pension Taxable in the UK; treatment depends on pension type
Australian rental income Taxable in the UK; credit for Australian tax paid
Australian interest & dividends Taxable in the UK; credit for Australian withholding tax
Capital gains on Australian property UK CGT may apply; claim credit for Australian CGT paid

Not Sure What You Need to Declare?

We'll help you understand your UK tax obligations.

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