Can I register multiple business names?

Yes certainly. There is no limit to the number of business names that a single entity can own.

Why do I need a business name?

Registering a business name allows you to operate and trade under a different name to that of your own. It is a legal requirement to have the name registered if you wish to legally trade under it.

How do I find out if the business name I want is available?

You can instantly search business name availability using our business name search tool here .

How much does it cost to register a business name?

Our business name pricing is $99 for 1 year and $189 for 3 years.

When do I need to renew my business name?

Business names can be registered or renewed for 1 or 3 years at a time. We will notify you prior to the expiry of your name to ensure you don't forget to renew on time.

How long does it take to register a business name?

Your business name will be instantly reserved at the time of registration and typically approved immediately after. There are some circumstances in which a manual review process is required and this can take up to a few days.

What is a registered business name?

The registration of a business name in Australia allows an entity or individual to trade under a name different to that of their legal name.

Will I receive a business name certificate with my registration?

Yes, all business name registrations and renewals receive a digital email copy of their ASIC Certificate once processed.

What do I need in order to register a business name?

Firstly the name must be available to register and you must have an active ABN (Australian Business Number). If you don't have one yet, please contact us to assist with the registration.

How early can I renew my business name if I wanted to?

Registry Australia accepts payment for the renewal of your business name up to 60 days prior to its expiry and our system automatically renews the name once it falls within the renewal period 30 days prior to expiry.

Business Name Registration & Renewal

Name: Registry Australia
Address: Level 14 / 333 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, AU
Telephone: 1300 070 000
Price range: $

Register a new business name

Search for an available business name and register it with ASIC.

Renew a business name

Search for your registered business name to renew it with ASIC.

Register a business name

A business name is what you trade under when it is not your own legal name. Registering it with ASIC puts it on the public register. You need an ABN first, and the name has to be available.

You can register for 1 year ($99) or 3 years ($189). The price includes the ASIC registration fee and our lodgement.

A business name is not a company, and it does not give you ownership of the name or stop others using a similar one. If you want a separate legal entity, look at company registration. Once your name is registered, you can secure a matching domain name.

Renew a business name

A business name has to be renewed before its registration runs out. ASIC sends a reminder to the contact email, and you can renew with us using the form above.

Renewing costs $99 for 1 year or $189 for 3 years, including the ASIC renewal fee.

If a renewal is missed, ASIC can cancel the registration and the name can become available for someone else to register. Renew before the due date to keep it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I register multiple business names?: Yes certainly. There is no limit to the number of business names that a single entity can own.
Why do I need a business name?: Registering a business name allows you to operate and trade under a different name to that of your own. It is a legal requirement to have the name registered if you wish to legally trade under it.
How do I find out if the business name I want is available?: You can instantly search business name availability using our business name search tool here.
How much does it cost to register a business name?: Our business name pricing is $99 for 1 year and $189 for 3 years.
When do I need to renew my business name?: Business names can be registered or renewed for 1 or 3 years at a time. We will notify you prior to the expiry of your name to ensure you don't forget to renew on time.
How long does it take to register a business name?: Your business name will be instantly reserved at the time of registration and typically approved immediately after. There are some circumstances in which a manual review process is required and this can take up to a few days.
What is a registered business name?: The registration of a business name in Australia allows an entity or individual to trade under a name different to that of their legal name.
Will I receive a business name certificate with my registration?: Yes, all business name registrations and renewals receive a digital email copy of their ASIC Certificate once processed.
What do I need in order to register a business name?: Firstly the name must be available to register and you must have an active ABN (Australian Business Number). If you don't have one yet, please contact us to assist with the registration.
How early can I renew my business name if I wanted to?: Registry Australia accepts payment for the renewal of your business name up to 60 days prior to its expiry and our system automatically renews the name once it falls within the renewal period 30 days prior to expiry.