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The Companies Office is the government agency responsible for the administration of corporate body registers, including the Companies Register. The Companies Office has an electronic register available to the public 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and provides the online services listed below:

Search the register for

Current and historical company information
Previous company names
Director, shareholder or address details
Banned directors and managers
Company related security interests

Register a company

Reserve a company name
Incorporate a company
Search for your Business Industry Code (BIC)
Apply for a company IRD number and register for GST
Purchase a draft constitution

Maintain company details

Update company, director and share details
Change a company name
Amend a constitution

Other services include

Filing an annual return
Receivership, liquidation and voluntary administration management

Further information

The Registrar of Companies

The Registrar of Companies is Neville Harris: Deputy Secretary, Business Service Branch, Ministry of Economic Development.

Legislation

Companies are subject to a wide range of legislation. A summary of legislation that companies should be aware of is provided here.

Strategic Plans & Annual Reports

Current and archived business and strategic plans of the New Zealand Companies Office.

Feedback

We welcome your opinion, if you have a moment, please take the time to complete our feedback form.

Awards

The Companies Office and its world leading online services have been recognised by a number of external organisations. Awards received are listed here.

Statistics

Find out some key statistics about the New Zealand Companies Office; including how many companies and other entities are on the Register.

ISO 9001:2008 Certification

ISO certification represents an internationally recognised standard for quality management. This ensures that the highest possible standard is reached at all times.