Carlos is an English born man. Every year, he visits Australia for about 3 months, and catches up with his Australian relatives and friends, and checks on his Australian property investments. During the current income year, Carlos decides to extend his stay in Australia and stays for 7 months. He stays with his brother, and obtains employment as a part-time bartender. While in Australia, he leases his home in England and continues to maintain his shareholding in some English companies.

Explain why Carlos is not considered an Australian tax resident on the facts.

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Based on the information provided Carlos is not considered an Australian tax resident for the current income year The determination of tax residency i... View the full answer