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## How to Set Up a Business in Australia

Starting a business is an exciting time, but setting up in another country is challenging. Getting everything right from the beginning is the key to success. The right advice is crucial. At Altus we have the expertise to guide you right through the entire process of setting up your business in Australia.

We can advise you on your legal and financial obligations and how to best structure your new business in Australia. Whether you are buying an existing business, setting up a branch or subsidiary or purchasing a franchise, our specialists understand all the key aspects of the Australian regulatory and commercial environment.

 

**How we help:**

- Registering your company and complying with the local tax authorities
- Acting as your branch, local or registered office
- Acting as your public officer
- Managing your accounting for local and parent company reporting
- Tax compliance and reporting
- Full accounts administration and management reporting service
- Audit
- Complex tax advisory solutions as required including transfer pricing and thin capitalisation rules

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