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Register an Australian Pty Ltd as a Non-Resident

An Australian proprietary limited company (Pty Ltd) gives you access to Australian clients, the AUD banking system, and a credible legal entity in the Asia-Pacific region - without visiting Australia. Non-residents can be directors with some conditions.

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Who this is for

  • Non-residents with Australian clients or business operations
  • E-commerce sellers targeting the Australian market
  • App developers wanting to publish on the Australian App Store with a local entity
  • Entrepreneurs building a presence in the Asia-Pacific region
Pricing

One-time service fee. ASIC government filing fee (approximately AUD 538) payable separately.

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What's included

How it works

Step 1

Director and shareholder details

We collect your information and confirm non-resident director compliance requirements.

Step 2

ASIC registration filed

We file your company registration with ASIC (Australian Securities and Investments Commission). Typically approved same day.

Step 3

ACN and company documents issued

Your Australian Company Number (ACN) and incorporation documents are delivered to your dashboard.

Step 4

ABN and next steps

We guide you on Australian Business Number (ABN) registration and GST obligations.

Frequently asked questions

Can a non-resident be a director of an Australian Pty Ltd?

Australian law requires that at least one director is ordinarily resident in Australia. If you do not have an Australian resident director, you will need a nominee director service (available as an add-on). Alternatively, you can appoint a local Australian contact as director alongside yourself.

What is the difference between ACN and ABN?

The ACN (Australian Company Number) is issued by ASIC upon company registration and is the unique identifier for the company as a legal entity. The ABN (Australian Business Number) is issued by the ATO (Australian Taxation Office) and is used for tax, GST, and invoicing purposes. Both are typically required for a trading company.

Will my Australian company be subject to Australian corporate tax?

Australian Pty Ltd companies are generally subject to Australian corporate income tax on their worldwide income (for resident companies) or on Australian-source income (for non-resident companies). The determination of tax residency for a company depends on where management and control sits. Consult an Australian tax advisor for your specific situation.

Do I need to register for GST?

If your company has an annual turnover of AUD 75,000 or more in Australia, GST registration is mandatory. For online businesses selling B2C to Australian consumers, the non-resident digital services rules may also apply. We do not provide tax advice; consult an Australian accountant.

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