(1) To get an * ABN, * you must apply to the * Registrar to be registered in the * Australian Business Register.
Note 1: You may apply yourself or someone may apply on your behalf.
Note 2: If you are registered, you will be allocated an ABN and your ABN will be entered in the Register (see subsection 11(1)).
(2) * Your application must be in the * approved form.
(3) That form may request, but not compel, * you to provide your * TFN or that of an * associate.
Note: Including a TFN in an application will not be an offence against subsection 8WB(1) of the Taxation Administration Act 1953 (see paragraph 8WB(1A)(a) of that Act).