How to Register a Business Name

Complete an Application to Register a Business Name and lodge it with the Registrar-General's Office, together with the appropriate fee.

You can mail your application to the Registrar-General's Office, PO Box 225, Canberra City, ACT 2608.

Alternatively, you can enquire about business names and make an application for registration in person by attending the Registrar-General's Office at:

       255 Canberra Avenue
       FYSHWICK ACT 2609

DO NOT START USING YOUR BUSINESS NAME UNTIL YOU HAVE BEEN ADVISED THAT IT HAS BEEN REGISTERED

Circumstances do occur where the business name you apply for is not available or approved for registration. It is important to wait until you have received the Certificate of Registration before conducting business under the name or arranging for printing, advertising, signage or other business materials under the name.

SPECIAL NOTICE  - Make sure you check with IP Australia that there are no registered or pending trade marks identical or similar to your proposed business name. Call IP Australia on 1300 651 010 or visit www.ipaustralia.gov.au

• What is a Business Name?
• What should I consider when choosing a Business Name?
• How do I register a Business Name?
• How do I make changes to the registered particulars of a Business Name?
• How do I renew a Business Name?
• How do I cease a Business Name?
• How do I get Access to the Business Names Register?
• Business Names Practice Manual - Useful practical information as used by staff within the Registrar-General's Office