For overseas companies entering Australia
Register your company in Australia, without flying in.
Company formation, branch registration, resident directors and ASIC compliance for foreign businesses, handled remotely by an Australian Chartered Accountant and registered ASIC agent.
Services
Everything a foreign company needs to set up and stay compliant
Start with one service or take a package. Every price is published and fixed.
Company formation
An Australian Pty Ltd subsidiary registered with ASIC, constitution and share register included.
From $900Branch registration
Register your overseas company as a foreign company (ARBN) and trade in Australia under its own name.
From $1,500Resident director
A qualified, Australian-resident director to meet section 201A of the Corporations Act.
Non-trading entity from $6,000/yr + GSTTrading entity from $12,000/yr + GST
Local agent
The ASIC-registered local agent every registered foreign company must appoint.
From $1,900/yrRegistered office
A compliant North Sydney registered office address, with mail handled and forwarded.
From $500/yrABN & GST registration
ABN, GST and PAYG registration for non-resident businesses, lodged by registered tax agents.
From $600ASIC compliance
Annual reviews, change notices and registers kept current so nothing lapses.
From $500/yrTax & bookkeeping
Company tax returns, BAS and bookkeeping for foreign-owned Australian entities.
From $1,500/yrEmployer of record
Hire in Australia before you have an entity. We employ, pay and stay compliant.
From $500/moHow it works
From enquiry to trading in about two weeks
Tell us your plans
Branch or subsidiary, directors, timeline. We reply the same business day with a fixed quote.
Send your documents
We tell you exactly what to certify and sign. Nothing needs to be done in person.
We register
ASIC registration, Director IDs, ABN, TFN and GST. A Pty Ltd typically registers in 1 to 3 business days.
We keep you compliant
Resident director, registered office, annual reviews and tax lodgements, on a calendar you can see.
Why us
A specialist, not a form-filling service
AusBusinessRegister.com.au is run by James Carey, a Chartered Accountant, Chartered Tax Adviser and Justice of the Peace with more than 15 years in Australian company and tax compliance. The people who register your company are the same people who answer your questions afterwards.
We are a private firm, not the government Australian Business Register. We publish our prices, we quote fixed fees, and we treat every client matter as confidential.
Common questions
Do I need to be in Australia to register a company?
No, you do not need to be physically present in Australia. We handle the entire company registration process remotely. Our team manages all ASIC filings, provides a registered office address, and can appoint a resident director on your behalf so you can establish your Australian presence from anywhere in the world.
What are the tax requirements for a foreign-owned company in Australia?
Australian companies must register for an ABN (Australian Business Number) and may need to register for GST if annual turnover exceeds $75,000. Companies are subject to a 30% corporate tax rate (or 25% for base rate entities). We help you navigate all tax obligations including BAS lodgments, annual tax returns, and ensure compliance with ATO requirements.
How long does it take to set up a company in Australia from overseas?
Company registration with ASIC typically takes 1-3 business days once all documentation is prepared. ABN registration is usually instant. The entire setup process, including registered office, resident director arrangement, and bank account introduction, can be completed within 1-2 weeks depending on your requirements.
Can you help with opening an Australian business bank account remotely?
Yes, we assist foreign clients with business banking setup. While Australian banks have varying requirements for non-residents, we guide you through the process and provide introductions to banks that work with international clients. Some options include digital-first banks with remote onboarding capabilities.
Guides
Plain-English guides to doing business in Australia
ACT Payroll Tax 2026-27: Rates, Thresholds and Due Dates
ACT payroll tax from 1 July 2026: the threshold cut to $1.75 million, new tiered rates from 6.75% to 8.75%, registration, due dates and a worked example.
NT Payroll Tax 2026-27: Rates, Thresholds and Due Dates
Northern Territory payroll tax for 2026-27: 5.5% above a $2.5 million threshold that phases out at $7.5 million, the new 6.5% rate for $100M groups and due dates.
NSW Payroll Tax 2026-27: Rates, Thresholds and Due Dates
NSW payroll tax for 2026-27: 5.45% above a $1.2 million threshold, monthly thresholds, when to register, return due dates and a worked example.