Fuel Tax Credits

About this grant

Fuel Tax Credits provide businesses who have purchased fuel for their business with a credit for the tax that is included in the price of fuel.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• Businesses who use fuel in their operations.
• Fuel tax credits provides a credit for the fuel tax (such as excise or customs duty) that is included in the price of fuel.
• This includes fuel used in business activities such as:
• Light vehicles travelling off public roads or on private roads.
• Tax credits are available based on:
• The fuel tax credit rate when you bought the fuel
• The business activities you are using the fuel for.
• To make a claim for fuel tax credits, you must be registered for:
• Goods and services tax (gst) when you acquire the fuel
• Fuel tax credits when you lodge your claim.
• You can claim fuel tax credits for fuel you purchase, manufacture or import for business use.
• Work out if you are eligible for fuel tax credits with the ato's
• Fuel tax credit eligibility tool
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What the funding covers

• Credit for fuel tax.

How to apply

1. 1Confirm readiness: Ensure you meet criteria (e.g., ABN, turnover limits, GST registration), align project objectives with grant goals, and estimate time for evidence gathering and writing.
2. 2Gather evidence: Collect documents like financials, business plans, market research, project budgets, resumes, risk analysis, and support letters to prove capability and impact.
3. 3Register/log in: Obtain an Australian Business Number (ABN) if needed, sign into the relevant portal (e.g., Business Grants Hub portal), and note any prerequisites like advisory service reports.
4. 4Prepare and write application: Address all selection criteria clearly (project details, government alignment, costs, outcomes, benefits); keep concise, factual, and compelling; validate for completeness.
5. 5Review, approve, and submit: Proofread, get stakeholder sign-off, submit online via the portal before deadline (no late entries); expect eligibility check, merit assessment, and outcome notification.
6. 6Visit https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/fuel-tax-credits for application details

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