Australia Company Formation for Non-Residents
Launch your Australian Pty Ltd company remotely. We provide the mandatory resident director and manage all ASIC & ATO registrations.
Start Your Australian CompanyYour Complete Australian Formation Package
Nominee Resident Director
Fulfill the legal requirement for a local director with our professional nominee service.
ASIC Company Registration
We handle the entire registration process to obtain your Australian Company Number (ACN).
ABN, TFN & GST Registration
We register your company with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) for all necessary tax numbers.
Registered Office Address
Meet the requirement for a physical Australian address for all official correspondence.
Company Constitution
Receive your company's governing legal document, compliant with Australian corporate law.
Bank Account Support
We provide introductions and verified documents to assist with opening an Australian business bank account.
Why Formation Service is Mandatory in Australia
The Resident Director Rule
The Australian Corporations Act strictly requires at least one director to be a resident of Australia. Non-residents cannot form a company without meeting this rule.
Local Expertise Needed
Navigating ASIC and ATO registrations requires local knowledge to ensure compliance and avoid penalties. Our Australian team handles this for you.
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What is Australian Company Formation?
Australian Company Formation is the process of registering a Proprietary Limited (Pty Ltd) company with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC). A key part of this process for non-residents is appointing a local resident director to meet legal requirements. The service includes name reservation, obtaining an Australian Company Number (ACN), and registering for an Australian Business Number (ABN) and Tax File Number (TFN) with the ATO.
Who needs this service?
This service is essential for foreign entrepreneurs and businesses looking to enter the Australian market. It's ideal for tech startups aiming to claim R&D tax incentives, e-commerce brands serving Australian customers, consultants, and international companies needing a credible local entity to operate and bid for projects in Australia.
What is the cost range?
The main costs include a one-time ASIC registration fee (around A$576) plus service fees. The most significant recurring cost for non-residents is the professional Nominee Director service, which can range from A$4,000 to A$6,000 annually. Other costs include an annual ASIC review fee and registered office address services.
DIY vs. Outsourcing to YourLegal?
DIY is not an option for non-resident founders due to the mandatory requirement of appointing a local resident director. Outsourcing to a service like YourLegal is the standard and necessary path. We provide the required nominee director, manage all filings with ASIC and the ATO, and ensure your company is compliant from the start.
Decision Summary:
For non-residents, using a professional formation service is mandatory to set up an Australian company. YourLegal solves the biggest hurdle—the resident director requirement—and handles the entire complex registration process, making entry into the Australian market feasible and compliant.