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Registrations your business needs

When you're starting a new business, it's important to know what registrations your business needs to comply with the law. Learn what registrations, licences and permits your business needs and how to apply.

Why do you need to register your business?

To comply with the law, your business may need specific registrations, licences or permits. The types you need will depend on:

  • your business structure (for example sole trader, company, partnership)
  • your business location
  • the industry and sector you operate in
  • whether your business employs staff
  • the type of business you're operating.

If your business doesn't have the right registrations it can affect your tax rate or result in penalties or fines.

Find registrations relevant to your business

Find the business and tax registrations relevant to your business by using our help me decide tool.

This tool can help you work out:

  • the business structure that will best suit your needs
  • the basic business and tax registrations you should consider applying for.

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