When winding up your SMSF, there may be outstanding or final expenses that need to be paid before the fund is wound up.
These may include:
- final invoices
- expenses due to asset sales, and
- outstanding tax liabilities (such as PAYG instalments and PAYG withholding).
To find out the balance of any accounts the ATO hold for your SMSF:
- log in to Online services for business, or
- contact the ATO or your tax professional.
The fund can’t be closed if there are any credit or debit balances remaining on the accounts.
Last modified: 20 May 2024
Winding up a self-managed super fund (SMSF)
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When should I wind up my SMSF? |
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Have a plan for when to wind up your SMSF |
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Prepare an exit plan |
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How to wind up an SMSF |
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Check your trust deed |
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Get written agreement |
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Sell or dispose of your fund’s assets |
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Finalise outstanding tax and compliance obligations |
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Pay outstanding expenses and tax liabilities |
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Calculate and distribute member benefits |
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Complete a final audit |
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Lodge your final SMSF annual return (SAR) |
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Notify third parties |
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Close your SMSF bank account |
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Keeping SMSF records |
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Consider professional advice |
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Help and more information |
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