Your 183-Day Status
The Australian financial year runs 1 July to 30 June. Enter your periods of presence in Australia below to track your total days.
Published: March 2026 | Last Updated: March 2026
Track your days in Australia against the ATO's 183-day threshold. Find out if you may be considered an Australian tax resident for the current financial year.
The Australian financial year runs 1 July to 30 June. Enter your periods of presence in Australia below to track your total days.
The 183-day test is one of several tests the ATO uses to determine your tax residency status. Here's what you need to know:
Both full days and part-days of physical presence count. Your arrival day and departure day each count as one day in Australia.
Your 183 days do not need to be continuous. Multiple trips within the same financial year are added together.
Exceeding 183 days does not automatically make you a tax resident. The ATO also considers your usual place of abode and intentions.
Tax residency can be complex. If you're close to the threshold, consult a registered tax agent or migration specialist.
Your residency status significantly affects how much tax you pay:
| Factor | Tax Resident | Foreign Resident |
|---|---|---|
| Tax-free threshold | $18,200 | $0 (taxed from first dollar) |
| Tax rates | Resident rates (lower) | Foreign resident rates (higher) |
| Medicare levy | 2% applies | Exempt |
| Taxed on | Worldwide income | Australian-sourced income only |
| CGT discount | 50% discount available | No discount |
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Open Date CalculatorWhat is the 183-day tax residency test?
The 183-day test is one of the tests the ATO uses to determine if you're an Australian tax resident. If you are physically present in Australia for 183 days or more during an income year (1 July to 30 June), you may be considered a resident for tax purposes — unless your usual place of abode is outside Australia and you have no intention of residing here.
Do part-days count toward the 183-day test?
Yes. The ATO counts both full days and part-days of physical presence in Australia. Your arrival day and departure day both count as days in Australia.
What happens if I exceed 183 days in Australia?
If you exceed 183 days, you may be treated as an Australian tax resident for that income year. This means you would be taxed on your worldwide income at resident tax rates rather than foreign resident rates. However, the 183-day test is not automatic — the ATO also considers your usual place of abode and intentions.
Which financial year does the 183-day test apply to?
The Australian financial year runs from 1 July to 30 June. The 183-day test counts your days within this period. If you straddle two financial years, each year is assessed separately.
Can I still be a non-resident if I'm in Australia for more than 183 days?
Yes, in some cases. If your usual place of abode is outside Australia and you don't intend to take up residence, you may still be treated as a non-resident despite exceeding 183 days. However, this is a complex assessment — seek professional tax advice.