A fringe benefit is a ‘payment’ to an employee, but in a different form to salary or wages.

What is a Fringe benefit? 

A Fringe benefit is a benefit or “payment” made to an employee other than salary/wage. A fringe benefit can be:

• Gym membership/parking fee paid by employer
• Discounted loan
• Using work vehicle for private purposes
• Entertainment expenses provided by employer such as free tickets to concerts

Fringe benefit tax us paid by employer and is sperate to income tax. The employer must self-assess their FBT liability for the FBT year (that is, 1 April to 31 March) and lodge an FBT return.

Our team can streamline the FBT process by helping you:

• Understand the FBT provisions.
• Comply with your obligations.
• Access available exemptions.
• Liaise with the Australian Taxation Office on FBT related matters.