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March 26, 2026
New Student Discount: Lodge Your First Tax Return for Just $49.99
Lodge Pro•Blog•5 min read
New Student Discount: Lodge Your First Tax Return for Just $49.99
Lodge Pro is pleased to announce a new student tax return discount designed to make tax time more affordable for university students across Australia. Eligible students can now lodge their first tax return for a flat fee of $49.99 when registering with a valid university email address.
All other first-time users will continue to receive Lodge Pro’s standard 20% discount on their first lodgment.
Why This Discount Was Introduced
University students often face unique financial pressures, balancing tuition, accommodation, and living costs. Lodge Pro recognises the importance of providing cost-effective and accessible tax solutions during this period.
This new student discount reduces the standard first-time lodgment fee from $100 (or $80 with the standard discount) to $49.99, ensuring that students can manage their tax obligations with greater ease and peace of mind.
How to Claim the Student Discount
Direct Online Registration
- Students may sign up directly via the Lodgepro
- By registering with an .edu.au email address, the system will automatically apply the $49.99 student discounted fee at the point of registration.
Why Choose Lodge Pro?
When you lodge with us, you’re choosing a platform designed for simplicity, accuracy, and maximum refunds.
- Open Banking: We pull your income data directly from your banks
- AI-Powered Deductions: Our smart AI classifier identifies all eligible deductions based on your profession, helping you maximise your refund.
- Safe & Compliant: We stay up to date with ATO standards so your tax return is always compliant.
- Expert Human Support: Our experts will review your tax return before submitting it to the ATO.
- Fast & Easy Tax Return: With Lodge You can get your tax return done easily in under 15 minutes.
With the new student discount, you can enjoy all these benefits for just $49.99.
Final Thoughts
Lodge Pro’s student discount is designed to remove the stress and cost barriers around tax time. With advanced technology and human expertise, students can enjoy an accurate and affordable tax return experience.
FAQ
Q1. Who is eligible for the $49.99 student discount?
Any Australian university student registering with a valid .edu.au email address.
Any Australian university student registering with a valid .edu.au email address.
Q2. Do I need to provide student ID?
No, the discount applies automatically based on your .edu.au email.
No, the discount applies automatically based on your .edu.au email.
Q3. Is the discount only for first-time lodgments?
Yes, the student offer applies to your first tax return with Lodge Pro.
Yes, the student offer applies to your first tax return with Lodge Pro.
Q4. Can international students use the discount?
Yes—international students with a university-issued .edu.au email qualify.
Yes—international students with a university-issued .edu.au email qualify.
Q5. What if I don’t have a .edu.au email?
You can still receive the standard 20% new-user discount
You can still receive the standard 20% new-user discount