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ATO
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24 Mar 2026
2026–27 FBT Rate Changes & Exempt Benefits Revision
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ATO
HIGH URGENCY
24 Mar 2026
2026–27 FBT Rate Changes & Exempt Benefits Revision
Summary
The ATO has published updated FBT rates for 2026–27, including a revised gross-up rate for Type 1 benefits (from 2.0802 to 2.0947) and amended caps for exempt remote area housing benefits. The ruling also clarifies meal entertainment thresholds under the 50/50 split method.
Affected Subjects
Core 4: Tax (AU) — Unit 3.2
Core 4: Tax (AU) — Unit 4.1
CPD: Tax Essentials
Recommended Action
Update Required
Revise FBT rate tables in Units 3.2 and 4.1. Update worked examples using current gross-up rates. Add note on meal entertainment threshold clarification.
⏱ Suggested by: End of Term 2 (30 Apr 2026)
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James Morrison
Content Lead — Tax & Financial Planning
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