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ASIC Compliance Services for UK Businesses
Expanding into Australia

Making Aussie Business Compliance Easy
for UK Entrepreneurs

Planning to expand your UK business or launch a new venture in Australia? One of your first and most critical steps is meeting the regulatory standards set by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC).  

At International Commercial Services, we specialise in helping UK-based companies, investors, and directors navigate ASIC compliance with ease — so you can focus on growth while we manage the paperwork. 

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What Is ASIC Compliance?

ASIC is Australia’s corporate regulator, responsible for ensuring businesses follow legal, transparent, and ethical practices. If you’re registering a company or operating as a foreign entity in Australia, compliance with ASIC is mandatory. 

Lodging annual company statements

Updating company records (directors, addresses, shareholding)

Maintaining a registered office

Filing solvency resolutions

Notifying ASIC of structural or legal changes

Non-compliance can result in heavy fines, director bans, or even deregistration.

Why UK Businesses Trust International Commercial Services

Expanding internationally involves layers of complexity. UK businesses face:

  • Differences in corporate structures and obligations
  • Unfamiliar tax and compliance calendars
  • Residency requirements for directors
  • Legal documentation and reporting unfamiliarity

We help bridge the gap between UK and Australian systems with complete ASIC compliance services tailored to international companies. 

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Our ASIC Compliance Services Include:

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Company Registration & Setup

  • Register Australian companies or foreign branches
  • Obtain ABN (Australian Business Number) and TFN (Tax File Number)
  • Support with director appointments and shareholder structure
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Annual ASIC Compliance Management

  • Prepare and lodge annual ASIC statements
  • File solvency declarations
  • Update company records and meet reporting deadlines
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Business Name & Registered Address Services

  • Register or renew business names
  • Provide and maintain a registered office in Australia
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Corporate Secretarial Services

  • Act as your local ASIC agent in Australia
  • Draft board resolutions, meeting minutes, and filings
  • Maintain up-to-date statutory records
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Compliance Monitoring & Alerts

  • Automated reminders for due dates
  • Ongoing compliance tracking
  • Avoid late fees, lodgement delays, and legal risks

Working With International Commercial Services

At ICS, we help UK businesses confidently navigate Australia’s legal and compliance landscape. Whether you’re launching a new venture or managing an established subsidiary, our services are tailored to suit your business structure, industry, and regulatory obligations. We regularly collaborate with:

  • UK accountants and solicitors
  • Company secretaries based in the UK
  • International tax and compliance advisors
  • CFOs and finance leaders managing global operations

With ICS, you gain a local compliance partner that understands both UK business practices and Australian corporate law.

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Who We Help

Our services are ideal for: 

UK entrepreneurs launching startups in Australia

Cross-border founders requiring ongoing ASIC support

UK companies opening a branch or subsidiary in Australia

UK investors or directors involved in joint ventures

Why Choose International Commercial Services?

100% Australia-based compliance team

Deep understanding of UK–Australia business requirements

Transparent, fixed-fee packages

Automated ASIC alerts and deadline tracking

Personalised support tailored to your company structure

Frequently Asked Questions (For UK Business Owners)

Yes. If you’re establishing a presence, registering a subsidiary, or conducting business in Australia, ASIC compliance is mandatory. 

Not entirely. ASIC requires at least one director to be an Australian resident. We can assist with resident director services to meet this requirement legally and ethically. 

Yes. We act as your official ASIC agent and handle all filings, communication, and compliance on your behalf. 

Yes. Most companies need both: 

  • ABN (Australian Business Number) – for taxation and invoicing 
  • ACN (Australian Company Number) – assigned by ASIC for corporate identity 

Missing deadlines can result in: 

  • Fines (starting from AUD $80) 
  • Risk of deregistration 
  • Director disqualification 

We prevent this with automated reminders and prompt filings. 

Yes. Through our partner network, we handle: 

  • GST registration (required for annual turnover > AUD $75,000) 
  • Business Activity Statements (BAS) lodgement support 
  • Tax coordination with your UK accountants 
  • ASIC governs company law and compliance.
  • ATO (Australian Taxation Office) handles taxation. 
    We coordinate both to ensure end-to-end compliance. 

Absolutely. We provide company deregistration and wind-down services, including ASIC filings, final reports, and coordination with tax authorities. 

Yes. We handle the transition smoothly through a Form 362 appointment — no downtime, no stress.

Yes. We collaborate regularly with UK-based solicitors, chartered accountants, and company secretaries to ensure cross-border alignment. 

Stress-Free
Australian Expansion Starts Here

Whether you’re a UK startup, a scale-up exploring new markets, or a seasoned business establishing operations in Australia, ICS simplifies your ASIC journey. 

Contact us today for a free discovery call and fixed-fee quote.

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