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      How do I setup STP on Xero?

      The steps to register your business for Single Touch Payroll in Xero

      Preparation

      You are going to have to talk to the ATO, to prove your identification you will need to supply a Document ID number (eg, a Document ID from a recent BAS Return or ATO Letter) for your Organisation you are about to register for STP . Call our office on (03)8099 6400 if you need assistance finding this.

      In Xero

      1. In the Payroll menu, select Pay employees.
      2. On the right-hand side opposite +Add Pay Run, click Single Touch Payroll Settings
      3. Click Opt in to confirm.
      4. Review your organisation details. click Continue.
      5. To connect your Xero account to the ATO, call the ATO on 1300 852 232.
      6. Provide the ATO with the proof of ownership listed in Xero’s prompt, including your Australian Business Number (ABN) and Software ID (SSID).
      7. After verification, select the checkbox to confirm you've contacted the ATO to connect your Xero account.
      8. Click Register.

      Xero will redirect you back to the Pay employees page. You’ll now see an STP filing column in the Pay Run History table.