Register a Proprietary Limited Company (Pty Ltd) in Australia without leaving the United States. LegalKarobar.US handles name reservation, statutory filings with the Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC), tax registration, and post-incorporation compliance — typical turnaround of 1–3 business days.
A fully managed, remote-first process — you never need to travel to Australia.
Reserve company name via ASIC connect
Appoint a resident director (nominee service available for US founders)
Lodge Form 201 application with ASIC
Receive Certificate of Registration & Australian Company Number (ACN)
Register for ABN, TFN and GST (if turnover exceeds AUD 75,000)
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Yes, Australian law requires at least one director who ordinarily resides in Australia; US founders typically use a licensed nominee director service to satisfy this requirement remotely.
Yes, foreign ownership of an Australian Proprietary Limited Company is permitted at 100%, though certain sensitive sectors may require Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) notification.
The Australian subsidiary pays Australian corporate tax (25–30%) on its profits; dividends paid to the US parent may carry franking credits and are governed by the US-Australia tax treaty to prevent double taxation.
GST registration is mandatory once your Australian turnover exceeds AUD 75,000 per year, though voluntary earlier registration is common for B2B service companies.
Annual ASIC review and fee, annual company tax return lodged with the ATO, and Business Activity Statements (BAS) if GST-registered.