๐ฆ๐บ Cost of Setting Up in Australia
Complete cost breakdown for company formation in Australia โ formation fees, annual compliance, office space, and structure-specific costs.
Cost Overview
Cost Breakdown (USD)
Formation Cost
AUD 800โ3,000Annual Compliance
AUD 1,500โ6,000Office Space
AUD 200โ600/month (virtual office); AUD 2,000โ10,000/month (physical office in CBD)Cost by Structure
Proprietary Limited Company (Pty Ltd)
Minimum CapitalNone (no statutory minimum)
Annual CostAUD 1,500โ6,000
Setup Timeline1โ2 business days
Branch Office (Registered Foreign Company) (Branch)
Minimum CapitalNone (funded by parent)
Annual CostAUD 3,000โ10,000
Setup Timeline2โ4 weeks
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