- Every Pty Ltd registration carries the same A$636 ASIC fee, whichever provider you use.
- Low-cost online registrars add little to the ASIC fee but rarely include compliance.
- All-in plans cost more upfront but cover tax registrations and the annual ASIC review.
- Lawyer-led services suit companies that need a shareholders agreement from day one.
The best company registration services in Australia all lodge the same ASIC application, so what separates them is price, speed and what happens after your company is registered. You’ve already decided to use a provider rather than lodge it yourself, so this guide skips the how-to and compares the options Australian founders shortlist most, including Sleek’s all-in company registration service, low-cost online registrars and lawyer-led platforms.
Every provider pays the same A$636 ASIC fee to register a Pty Ltd, so the comparison below focuses on the service fee on top and what it actually buys. We checked each provider’s website on 24 September 2026.
Which company registration services are worth comparing in Australia?
Here’s the quick view. Prices are as advertised on each provider’s website and exclude optional extras unless stated. Here is how the three compare:
Provider | Best for | Advertised price | ABN, TFN, GST, PAYG | Ongoing compliance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Sleek | All-in registration plus ongoing ASIC compliance | Launch from A$180/yr + A$636 ASIC fee | Included | Annual ASIC review included; accounting on Grow and Scale |
Lawpath | Guided DIY with legal templates | From A$636 (ASIC fee); paid packages extra | In guided flow; support via packages | Legal and accounting advice via packages |
Easy Companies | Lowest-cost online registration | A$682 incl. ASIC fee | A$49 add-on | Not included |
Company123 | Fast online registration | A$691 (introductory price) | Not itemised on site | Not itemised on site |
Cleardocs | Founders whose adviser already uses it | Small Business Bundle A$939.30 incl. GST and ASIC fees | Check bundle | Not included |
Sprintlaw | Multi-shareholder setups needing legal documents | Fixed-fee quote | Quote-dependent | Legal support on fixed fees |
DIY with ASIC | Confident founders with a simple structure | A$636 ASIC fee only | Free, you apply | You manage everything |
How do the top registration companies compare?
1. Sleek Australia
Full disclosure: this is us, so weigh it accordingly. Sleek is an ASIC registered agent (47659) and a registered tax agent (TPB 26131380), rated 4.7 on Google, and we’ve registered 3,000+ Australian businesses.
- Best for: founders who want registration, tax registrations and ongoing ASIC compliance handled by one team.
- Price: Launch from A$180/year plus the A$636 ASIC fee. Grow (from A$1,980/year) and Scale (from A$2,280/year) waive the ASIC fee.
- Included on Launch: company registration, 8 company documents, ABN, TFN, GST and PAYG registrations, your annual ASIC review and unlimited support.
- Upgrades: Grow adds a dedicated accountant, BAS/IAS lodgement and your company tax return. Scale adds a Sydney CBD registered address and mail scanning.
- Speed: usually within a day or two of your ID check.
- Watch out for: it’s an annual plan, not a one-off fee, so compare it against one-off providers over your full first year.
2. Lawpath
- Best for: founders who want legal templates and a guided DIY flow.
- Price: registration starts from A$636, which is the ASIC fee. Paid packages add tax registrations, legal documents, registration assistance and legal or accounting advice.
- Included: one guided flow for ACN, ABN, TFN, PAYG and business name applications, plus partner offers from brands such as Westpac and Xero.
- Speed: the ACN usually arrives minutes after you submit; the ABN can take up to two business days.
- Watch out for: the headline price is the government fee, so check which package covers the documents and support you need.
3. Easy Companies
- Best for: founders who want the lowest-cost online registration and are comfortable handling the rest.
- Price: A$682 advertised, including the ASIC fee.
- Included: ACN registration, ASIC certificate of registration, member consents, share certificates and a register of members.
- Extras: ABN, GST, TFN and PAYG registration for A$49, business names from A$82 and a 1.3% card fee.
- Watch out for: no ongoing compliance support, and the site still quoted the older A$611 ASIC fee when we checked, so confirm your final total.
4. Company123
- Best for: founders who want a fast online registration with phone support.
- Price: A$691, advertised as a special introductory price.
- Included: full company documentation emailed on registration, prepared by a qualified lawyer and accountant. Company123 is an ASIC registered agent (34511).
- Speed: advertises registration in under 5 minutes, with 24/7 phone support.
- Watch out for: inclusions aren’t itemised on the homepage, so ask whether ABN, GST and your annual review are covered.
5. Cleardocs
- Best for: founders whose accountant or lawyer already uses it, or who want a document bundle.
- Price: the Small Business Bundle is A$939.30 including GST and ASIC fees, covering company registration, business name registration and startup documents.
- Watch out for: it’s built mainly for accountants, lawyers and financial planners, so you’ll still need someone for BAS, tax returns and your annual review.
6. Sprintlaw
- Best for: companies with several shareholders or investors who need tailored legal documents from day one.
- Price: fixed fee, quoted after you submit your details.
- Included: may cover a lawyer consultation, written advice, document preparation and ASIC registration where suitable.
- Speed: typically about 5 working days.
- Watch out for: slower and usually pricier than an online registrar for a simple single-director Pty Ltd.
7. Registering directly with ASIC
- Best for: confident founders on a tight budget with a simple structure.
- Price: the A$636 ASIC fee only. ABN applications through the Australian Business Register are free.
- What you handle: your constitution or replaceable rules, consents, share structure, registers, tax registrations and every ASIC annual review after that.
- Watch out for: mistakes in share structure, addresses or officeholder details cost time and fees to fix later.
What does each price actually cover in your first year?
The number at checkout is rarely what your company costs in year one. Before you compare providers, add up these items:
- ASIC fee: A$636 to register a Pty Ltd, the same wherever you register.
- Tax registrations: ABN, TFN, GST and PAYG are free from government, but some providers charge to lodge them.
- Company documents: constitution, consents, share certificates and registers.
- Registered office: every company needs a physical Australian address, not a PO Box.
- ASIC annual review: A$342 each year for a proprietary company.
- Ongoing compliance: someone to update ASIC when details change and to lodge BAS and your company tax return.
A low one-off fee can end up costing more once you pay separately for an address, an accountant and annual review reminders. Our breakdown of the full cost to register a company goes line by line.
Which company registration service suits your situation?
- First-time founder who wants it sorted: an all-in provider like Sleek handles registration, tax registrations and annual compliance together.
- Tight budget and comfortable with admin: Easy Companies or registering directly with ASIC keeps upfront costs lowest.
- Several shareholders or outside investors: Sprintlaw or Lawpath can add a shareholders agreement and tailored documents.
- Already working with an accountant: ask them first, since many lodge through platforms like Cleardocs.
- Founder based overseas: you need at least one director who ordinarily lives in Australia, so choose a provider that can register an Australian company from overseas with a resident director.
- Moving from sole trader: your company needs its own ABN, so weigh up company vs sole trader before you switch.
What should you ask before you pick a provider?
Five questions will tell you most of what you need to know before you register a company with anyone. Our guide to choosing a company registration service goes deeper on each check.
- Is the A$636 ASIC fee included in the price you’re quoted?
- Are ABN, TFN, GST and PAYG registrations included or charged as extras?
- Will you act as my ASIC registered agent after registration?
- Do you provide a registered office address, and at what cost?
- Who reminds me about, and lodges, my annual review each year?
How does Sleek help with company registration?
Sleek registers your Pty Ltd and sets up your ABN, TFN, GST and PAYG in one application, usually within a day or two of your ID check. Your annual ASIC review is covered on every plan, and our ASIC agent service keeps your company details current with ASIC.
When you’re ready for bookkeeping, BAS and tax returns, you can move up to Grow or Scale without changing provider. Compare Sleek’s company registration plans to see what each one includes.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need an ASIC registered agent to register a company?
No. You can apply to register a company directly with ASIC online and pay the A$636 fee yourself. An ASIC registered agent lodges on your behalf and can keep handling ASIC updates after your company is registered.
Can you change providers after your company is registered?
Yes. Your company isn’t tied to the provider that registered it, so you can move your ASIC agent, registered office and accounting at any time. Your new provider will usually ask for your ASIC corporate key to link your company.
Are company registration service fees tax deductible?
Generally, yes for small businesses. The ATO lets eligible small businesses claim an immediate deduction for certain start-up costs, such as professional fees and government fees for setting up a business structure. Check with your accountant how this applies to your company.
Generally, yes for small businesses. The ATO lets eligible small businesses claim an immediate deduction for certain start-up costs, such as professional fees and government fees for setting up a business structure. Check with your accountant how this applies to your company.
