Home Services Metro Locations Country Locations Links Business Topics How-to Guides Contact Us Login Username Password Remember me Password Reminder    Business Topics Registration & licences Find out what registrations & licences from local, state, territory and federal governments you need for starting or growing your business. Business Licence Information Service in your state or territory Contact the Business Licence Information Service in your state or territory for the licences, permits and other registrations that apply to you. Business structures in your state or territory Useful guides, information or resources in your state or territory on business structures. Notify change of details in your state or territory Make changes to your business name, or other business details, with your state or territory government. Register for an Australian Business Number (ABN) The Australian Business Number (ABN) is a unique 11 digit identifying number that businesses use when dealing with other businesses. Register your business or company Information about deciding on a business structure, registering your business name, company name, domain name or trade mark. Register for Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) FBT is a tax payable by employers for benefits paid to an employee or the employee's associate in place of salary or wages. Register for taxation A range of taxes affect small business, so before you begin operating you'll need to know what you must do to comply with government taxation regulations. Notify changes to your business Your business will inevitably change and grow - changes in your business circumstances may result in a need to change your business structure, your legal or trading name, your address and contact details. Register for Goods & Services Tax (GST) The Goods and Services Tax (GST) is a broad-based tax of 10 percent on the sale of most goods and services and other things in Australia. Licences & permits It's important for you to find out the licensing requirements that apply to your new business. Register for Pay As You Go (PAYG) withholding Pay As You Go (PAYG) withholding is a legal requirement to withhold amounts for income tax purposes. Decide on a business structure Information to help you decide on your business structure, whether sole trader, partnership, trust or company. Register for Pay-roll Tax Pay-roll tax is a state tax on the wages paid by employers. It is calculated on the amount of wages you pay per month. Register your company If you decide that a company structure best suits your business, then you need to register as a company. Register your domain name Your domain name is your website address on the internet and gives you an online identity or brand. Registration & licences Find out what registrations & licences from local, state, territory and federal governments you need for starting or growing your business.   Copyright © 2012 Business Enterprise Centre Victoria website maintained by Web Ideas