Setting up shop in Australia from overseas?

Yes! In fact, the Australian government encourages foreign investment in Australia. However, at least one director of any company must be an Australian resident. For a Public company, you need a minimum of three directors who are Australian residents.
If your new Australian business is unable to meet the criteria, you can appoint a registered agent like Sleek to look after your company’s matters and ensure compliance. As an agent, Sleek does not participate in the management or financial affairs of your business.

There are government fees to register your foreign company in Australia, plus if you use a company incorporation services such as Sleek, there will be charges on top of the govt fees.
Sleek charges from $975 to incorporate your foreign company in Australia. Our fast-track service includes, ACN and ASIC registration, all tax registrations, free Airwallex account and visa card*, share certificates, company constitution documents + all the support you need to start selling!

Yes, a foreigner can register for an ABN in Australia if they are carrying on or starting an enterprise in Australia or making supplies connected with Australia’s indirect tax zone.
You will need an Australian tax file number, or if you don’t have this you can use proof of identity documents plus complete a statement of your business activities in Australia. Once these are presented to ABR, you will be given a reference number. You’ll then use this reference number for the non-resident ABN application.

Sleek makes it easy to register a company in Australia from overseas. All you need to do is book a consultation with us. Your Sleek accountant can work out exactly what you need to register your business, choose the Sleek offshore incorporation services you need and fill in the online form. We’ll take it from there!