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    How to find a company's registration number in New Zealand

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    How do I find a company's registration number in New Zealand?

    Search the company's name on NZBN at https://www.companiesoffice.govt.nz. The result page shows its registration number — the same identifier that appears on invoices, contracts, and government filings.

    Step-by-step

    1. 1

      Open NZBN

      Navigate to https://www.companiesoffice.govt.nz.

      https://www.companiesoffice.govt.nz
    2. 2

      Search by company name

      Type the exact trading or legal name. Partial matches usually work; add the city if the name is common.

    3. 3

      Copy the registration number

      The registration number is displayed at the top of the entity profile. It is the authoritative ID for cross-referencing.

    4. 4

      Confirm it's the right entity

      Check the registered address and incorporation date to be sure you have the correct legal entity, especially for groups with similarly named subsidiaries.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Where is a New Zealand company's registration number published?

    It appears on the entity's public profile in NZBN (https://www.companiesoffice.govt.nz) and must be quoted on invoices, contracts, and official correspondence.

    Is looking up a New Zealand registration number free?

    Yes. Basic name-to-number lookup on NZBN is free and does not require an account.

    What is an NZBN?

    The New Zealand Business Number (NZBN) is a unique 13-digit identifier assigned to every business entity in NZ. It's designed to simplify business-to-business and business-to-government interactions by providing a single number for identification.

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    Is the New Zealand company register free to search?

    Yes. Basic company lookups on the Companies Office / NZBN are free — you can search by company name or registration number, view legal status, registered address and (usually) directors at no cost. Some jurisdictions charge a small fee only for downloading full filed documents.

    What is the official New Zealand business registry?

    The Companies Office / NZBN is the official public register of companies incorporated in New Zealand. It is operated by the government and is the primary source cited on this page — https://www.companiesoffice.govt.nz.

    Where do I find a New Zealand company's registration number?

    Every registered New Zealand entity has a unique registration number issued at incorporation. It appears on invoices, contracts, the company's website footer (often in a "legal" section), and prominently on its Companies Office / NZBN record.

    Is a New Zealand registration number the same as a VAT number?

    No. The registration number is the identifier issued by the Companies Office / NZBN when the company was formed. The VAT number is a separate tax identifier issued (only if the company is VAT-registered) by the national tax authority. Many small companies have a registration number but no VAT number.

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