Prohibited Donors
Political donations are banned from foreign donors. (i.e. any donor that is not an Australian citizen or resident, or a business with a relevant Australian Business Number)
Disclosure
Under the provisions of the Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918, disclosure of the details of gifts and donations to the Nationals is subject to a minimum threshold below which disclosure is not required. The disclosure threshold amount that applies from 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2026 is more than $17,300.
Further Information
The above is a summary only. For the complete requirements refer to the Commonwealth Electoral Act 1918
AEC Website: www.aec.gov.au
