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Electronic Duties Returns (EDR) is an online service that lets approved solicitors, conveyancers and accountants process transactions directly with Revenue NSW via a client service provider (CSP).
What you can do on EDR
Solicitors and conveyancers can:
self-assess transfer duty and surcharge purchaser duty online, and
integrate with an Electronic Lodgment Network Operator (ELNO) for electronic settlements.
Accountants can self-assess:
discretionary trust deeds
unit trust deeds
security trusts, and
superannuation bare trusts – Section 62B.
Transactions that cannot be processed on EDR must be submitted to Revenue NSW via eDuties.
eDuties is another online service provided by Revenue NSW for use by property professionals.
If you do not want to use our digital services, EDR or eDuties, you will need to engage a settlement agent to lodge, or process matters on your behalf.
By using EDR you will:
be able to integrate with other e-conveyancing platforms
have electronic payment options
be able to control all documents (as they do not leave your premises)
reduce your time and administration costs, and
improve your client service by delivering fast and efficient services.
Costs
Revenue NSW does not charge any fees for using EDR.
However, your CSP will charge for their services. Contact your CSP for more information.
Training
Online training is provided to businesses that register for EDR.
Revenue NSW must report transfers of freehold or leasehold interests in real property situated in New South Wales to the Commissioner of Taxation from 1 July 2016.
Duties Assessment Number (DAN)
A unique reference number created for each Duties Notice of Assessment.
Duties Notice of Assessment
The Duties Notice of Assessment displays the total amount payable (if any) and any payments that we have received. The Duties Statement is attached to the Duties Notice of Assessment.
Duties Notice of Assessment Reissue
A Duties Notice of Assessment can only be reissued if you processed the original assessment. To request a reissue, enter the Duties Assessment Number (DAN) through your CSP.
If full payment has not been received by us when the reissue is ordered, the duty outstanding and any accrued interest will be displayed.
Duties Statement
The Duties Statement is attached to the Duties Notice of Assessment. It displays details of the transaction.
EDR Client
An EDR Client is approved by Revenue NSW to send information to Revenue NSW via their CSP interface.
The types of EDR Clients are:
Solicitors and conveyancers: An individual solicitor or conveyancer, or a practice of solicitors or conveyancers, can become an EDR Client.
Accountants: An individual accountant or a practice of accountants.
Agents: Agents may be approved by Revenue NSW. They are engaged by solicitors and conveyancers to electronically lodge assessments on their behalf.
Electronic Network Lodgment Operators
Electronic Lodgment Network Operators (ELNO) provide the means for transacting parties or their representatives to collaborate electronically on:
the preparation of registry instruments,
the settlement of the funds, and
the lodgment of instruments to complete conveyancing transactions.
ELNOs are approved by the Registrar in each State and Territory to operate in that jurisdiction.
When you register for EDR you must subscribe to the Revenue NSW online subscription service so that you can receive updates about duties.
Random Verification Audit (RVA)
EDR Clients may be subject to an arrangement where matters for audit are randomly selected and identified with an EDR system alert at the time the transaction is processed.
Return Period Invoice
The Return Period Invoice (Invoice) is a report which lists transactions processed.
The Invoice is dynamic and will update when Revenue NSW receives any payment.
The Invoice will also display accrued interest where it is applicable.
The Invoice is supported by assessment schedules that detail the assessments transacted during that week.
Call the EDR Support team on 1300 308 863 or +61 2 7808 6903 if you are overseas. Staff are available Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm AEST (excluding public holidays).
Please note: All requests from industry professionals (solicitors, conveyancers and accountants) for error rectifications, EDR cancellations, interest remission requests, refunds of overpayment, and enquiries must be uploaded via the eDuties portal for processing.
Contact your CSP if you have system-related questions.
