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Do I Pay GST on UpWork?

Last updated on September 30, 2022 @ 11:42 am

The quick answer is “no”, you don’t pay GST on UpWork.

However, there are a couple of important things to keep in mind.

First of all, the GST is a consumption tax, which means that it’s only charged on goods and services that are consumed in Australia.

So, if you’re an Australian freelancer who is providing services to clients outside of Australia, then you won’t be charged GST.

PRO TIP: If you are planning to use Upwork to purchase goods or services, you should be aware that you may be required to pay Goods and Services Tax (GST). GST is a tax that is levied on the supply of goods and services in Australia.

Upwork is not responsible for collecting GST on behalf of its users. It is the responsibility of the user to ensure that they comply with their local tax laws.

If you are unsure whether you are required to pay GST on your Upwork purchases, we recommend that you seek advice from a qualified tax professional.

However, if you are an Australian freelancer who is providing services to clients within Australia, then you will be charged GST.

Secondly, the GST is only charged on the final value of the service – so if you’re charging your client $100 for your services, and the GST is 10%, then your client will only be charged $110 in total.

Keep in mind that the GST is not a tax that is directly levied on freelancers – it’s a tax that is passed on to the client.

In conclusion, if you’re an Australian freelancer providing services to clients outside of Australia, then you don’t need to worry about paying GST. However, if you’re providing services to clients within Australia, then you will need to charge them GST.

Kathy McFarland

Kathy McFarland

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