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Set up an Australian company — ASIC, ABN, GST and everything after.

Pty Ltd registration with ASIC, ABN and GST through the ATO, Director IDs and annual reviews — alongside the brand, marketing and build work that turns a registration into a business.

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Australia at a glance

Regulator
Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)
Most common structure
Proprietary Limited Company (Pty Ltd)
Typical time to incorporate
Same day to a few business days
Minimum capital
None
Consumption tax
GST at 10%
GST registration threshold
A$75,000 annual turnover
Residency requirement
At least one Australia-resident director, each with a Director ID
Currency
Australian Dollar (A$, AUD)

Checked against the regulator on 2026-08-18.

Who you answer to in Australia

Companies register with

Australian Securities and Investments Commission, via the the ASIC Connect portal.

ASIC ↗

Tax is administered by

Australian Taxation Office.

ATO ↗

GST

Corporate tax

Australian company structures

Most of our clients here incorporate as a Proprietary Limited Company (Pty Ltd). Incorporation runs through an ASIC company registration, followed by an ABN application to the ATO. It typically takes Often same-day to a few business days. Minimum capital: No minimum — commonly formed with a nominal share capital. At least one director ordinarily resident in Australia, and every director must obtain a Director Identification Number before being appointed

Proprietary Limited Company

Pty Ltd

Best for: Most trading businesses

Sole Trader

Sole Trader

Best for: Individuals starting out

Partnership

Partnership

Best for: Two or more people sharing a business

Trust

Trust

Best for: Family businesses and asset protection

Public Company

Ltd

Best for: Raising capital from the public

Tax identities

  • ACN — Australian Company Number, issued by ASIC at registration
  • ABN — Australian Business Number, issued by the ATO for trading and invoicing
  • TFN — Tax File Number for the company
  • Director ID — A permanent identifier each director must hold

Registrations worth having

  • ABN and GST registration with the ATO
  • PAYG withholding registration for employers
  • Business name registration with ASIC
  • Trademark registration with IP Australia
  • Workers compensation insurance in your state

Every year, without fail

  • ASIC annual review and annual review fee
  • Company income tax return to the ATO
  • Business Activity Statements (BAS), quarterly or monthly if GST-registered
  • Superannuation guarantee contributions for employees
  • Taxable payments annual report, in applicable industries

What we run for Australian businesses

Business Incorporation & Legal ServicesBusiness & StrategyFinancial, CA, CS & ComplianceBusiness & StrategyStartup Advisory & Funding SupportBusiness & StrategyMarket Intelligence & AnalyticsBusiness & StrategyInvestor Relations & FundraisingBusiness & StrategyCrisis Management & Risk AdvisoryBusiness & StrategyStrategic Partnerships & AlliancesBusiness & StrategyBranding & DesignMarketing & BrandingSocial Media MarketingMarketing & Branding
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Australia: common questions

What is the difference between an ACN and an ABN?

An ACN is your Australian Company Number, issued by ASIC the moment the company is registered — it identifies the legal entity. An ABN is your Australian Business Number, issued by the ATO, and it is what you use to trade, invoice, and register for GST. A company gets an ACN first and then applies for an ABN, which incorporates the ACN digits. Sole traders have an ABN but no ACN, because there is no company.

Do I need a Director ID in Australia?

Yes, and it must be obtained before you are appointed as a director. The Director Identification Number is a permanent identifier that stays with you for life, across every company you ever direct. It was introduced to stop illegal phoenix activity, and applying is done personally through Australian Business Registry Services — no one can apply on your behalf.

When does an Australian business have to register for GST?

Once your annual turnover reaches A$75,000, or A$150,000 if you are a non-profit. Registration is also mandatory from day one if you provide taxi or ride-sourcing services, regardless of turnover. Below the threshold it is optional — worth registering if you have significant input credits to claim, though it commits you to lodging BAS regularly.

Can a foreign resident set up an Australian company?

Yes, foreign residents can own an Australian company outright, but a Pty Ltd needs at least one director who is ordinarily resident in Australia. That resident director requirement is the practical hurdle for overseas founders, and it is a genuine legal responsibility rather than a formality — directors carry personal duties under the Corporations Act.

What is the company tax rate in Australia?

25% for base rate entities, meaning companies with aggregated turnover under A$50 million that earn no more than 80% of their income from passive sources. Everyone else pays 30%. Australia's dividend imputation system then allows franking credits to be passed to shareholders, so tax paid at company level is not taxed twice.

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