Are you a U.S. business owner aiming to expand internationally, enter new markets, or build a strong presence in the Asia–Pacific region? Setting up a company in Australia provides strategic, financial, and operational advantages that help your business grow.
At International Commercial Services (ICS), we help U.S. companies establish fully compliant Australian entities. From planning to registration, we provide end-to-end solutions that simplify the process, reduce risk, and address the cross-border challenges of doing business in Australia.
Setting up a company in Australia enables U.S. businesses to benefit from one of the world’s most stable and business-friendly environments. Australia offers a transparent legal system, strong IP protection, and favorable tax structures.
Benefits of establishing a company in Australia include:
Failure to comply with Australian company regulations can lead to ASIC penalties, deregistration, and director liability.
ICS supports a broad range of U.S.-based clients, including:
We bring cross-border clarity, speed, and confidence to your Australian expansion journey.
Expanding into a new country can be daunting. At ICS, we simplify it for you. We don’t just register your subsidiary—we align it with your strategic vision and operational needs.
We work closely with your U.S.-based advisors and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment, transparency, and smooth execution. Our trusted Australian network includes:
Our services are perfectly suited to:
An Australian subsidiary is a separate legal entity with its own limited liability, offering greater operational flexibility. A branch office, on the other hand, is simply an extension of your U.S. company—making the parent company fully liable for its operations.
On average, 4 to 8 weeks. We handle all registrations, documentation, and setup tasks to keep you compliant and on track.
You generally don’t need to travel to Australia. We can manage the entire subsidiary setup remotely, including documentation, banking coordination, and ASIC registration.
However, if any situation arises where your physical presence may be necessary, we’ll discuss it with you well in advance and provide full guidance.
Yes, your Australian subsidiary must have at least one director who ordinarily resides in Australia, as required by law. If needed, ICS can provide nominee director services to fulfill this requirement.
We provide ongoing ASIC compliance, secretarial services, and reminders for annual obligations—keeping you on the right side of Australian corporate law.
Yes, the subsidiary is considered an Australian resident for tax purposes and is required to file tax returns locally. We’ll connect you with experienced Australian tax professionals to ensure full compliance.
Absolutely. Dividends, royalties, and service fees can be repatriated under tax treaties and local laws. We help structure this efficiently.
No. Your Australian entity requires its own registrations, including an Australian Company Number (ACN), ABN, and TFN.
Leverage our expert advisory, cross-border expertise, and end-to-end support to set up a company in Australia with full compliance and confidence.
Contact us today to launch your Australian company with clarity, security, and complete support.
