How Does WooCommerce Handle GST and Tax for Australian Businesses?
WooCommerce includes flexible tax features that can be configured to meet Australian tax requirements, including GST. Whether you’re selling physical products, digital goods, or services, WooCommerce gives you full control over how taxes are applied and displayed to your customers.
GST Setup in WooCommerce
In the WordPress dashboard, you can enable tax settings in WooCommerce and define tax classes, including:
- Standard GST (10%) — applied to most goods and services
- Zero-rate GST — for GST-free items such as certain food or health products
- Custom tax rates — for unique cases or tax-exempt items
You can choose to show prices inclusive or exclusive of GST, depending on your audience (B2C or B2B), and label tax lines clearly at checkout.
Automatic Tax Calculations (Optional Plugins)
While manual GST setup is simple, some plugins offer automated tools:
- WooCommerce Tax (powered by Jetpack) – Offers real-time tax calculations by location
- TaxJar – Includes GST support and tax automation for multi-region businesses
- Integration with accounting software – Tools like Xero or QuickBooks simplify BAS reporting by syncing tax records directly
Tax Invoices and BAS Reporting
You can generate invoices that include GST details, business ABN, and tax breakdowns. These can be sent automatically to customers and used for your Business Activity Statement (BAS).
WooCommerce also provides order and tax reports filtered by date, location, and tax rate — ideal for quarterly reporting.
Key Benefits for Australian Businesses
- Fully customisable GST setup
- Transparent pricing for customers
- Compatible with local legal requirements
- Support for inclusive or exclusive pricing models
- Integrates with ATO-compliant accounting tools
At A7Designs, we help you configure WooCommerce tax settings to ensure compliance and provide a seamless experience for your Australian customers.
Contact us for help on your WordPress WooCommerce Ecommerce store.