Leverage our in-depth expertise and get everything you need to successfully and compliantly establish an incorporated company in Australia without unnecessary hassle or stress. We can have your private limited liability company (Pty Ltd) set up in one month.
We do not simply register a company; we help you start your business on the right foot. Our team has expertise in a range of industries and will give expert advice where required.
We love to build long-term collaborations, and will proactively alert you to ongoing requirements and their timeframes. We aim to be a one-stop-shop for your admin outsourcing needs.
We work hard on delivering not just professional but also extremely personable customer support to all of our clients, whether you are managing your business from Australia or abroad.
If you choose to establish an Australian company, this will be classed as its own legal entity able to conduct business throughout the country. Our comprehensive services make it easy to expand to Australia and get your business running efficiently whether you are in-country or not.
We will prepare and file all the documents to complete your company registration with ASIC.
Six registration steps:
Acclime provides both physical and virtual registered office solutions to minimise the cost and complexity of incorporating in Australia without a presence. Where you intend to lease your own office space, we can assist with checking the lease agreement details to make sure registration is clear.
Learn moreIt is a requirement that the director and key officers be resident in Australia. Acclime will appoint an experienced and Australian-based Resident Director, Company Secretary and Resident Public Officer to expertly manage your compliance, legislative and regulatory requirements.
Learn moreWe also provide one-off and ongoing services to keep your business compliant with all the government requirements.
A foreign company can register to do business in Australia, but one of the main requirements is that there is an appointed and registered Local Agent. Acclime Australia can act as your Local Agent and perform all tasks required by law to remain compliant.
Acclime offers comprehensive accounting and tax services to companies and subsidiaries that have not yet enlisted a full-time financial officer. Leverage our CFO expertise for your accounting and tax requirements.
Pay your employees on time and keep track of compensations and benefits to ensure compliance with labour laws.
If your business plan includes accessing the Australian Government’s R&D Tax Incentive program, our full suite of R&D Advisory services can help you maximise every benefit you’re entitled to.
Our tax advisory professionals have extensive knowledge and experience in managing tax considerations throughout the whole life cycle of an Australian subsidiary company. They can provide expert and considered guidance.
The name can’t be identical to another, misleading or offensive. We assist with checks and make suggestions where there is a potential issue.
You must appoint at least one Director and one Public Officer who both reside in Australia. We offer a service to fill these roles for you while you are in the process of building your Australian business.
To register your Australian company that has another company (foreign or domestic) as a shareholder, you will need to provide the registration documents for that company.
Minimum requirement for share structure is 1 share at AUD1.00. Obviously most businesses will require a share structure that matches the business plan, and this needs consideration prior to the incorporation. Acclime can advise you on how to structure your company.
Australia allows ownership of companies by foreign individuals or companies. If a foreign company is the sole shareholder in an Australian company, then careful consideration is required in how best to set up the company. Prior approval for investment may be required in some cases e.g. real-estate and large investments. There is also the need for a director to be resident in Australia, but generally the environment is friendly towards foreign investment.
Proprietary Companies generally cannot engage in fundraising activities that would require the lodgment of a prospectus (i.e. seeking to raise funds from the public). They can, however, raise money through private sales of equity.
Proprietary Companies cannot have more than 50 non-employee shareholders
A Proprietary Company may be classified as a Large Proprietary Company if two out of these three criteria are met:
If a company does not satisfy at least two of the above criteria, it is considered a Small Proprietary Company.
Read our detailed guide to company registration to see the process and requirements. Learn more.
Blair Lucas, Acclime Partner
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