Australia Company Search by Name

Australia company search by nameTo search Australia companies by name, enter the name (or the first part of it) into the search box. Matches are returned from ABR with ABN and ACN, Entity name and trading names, Entity type and status, State/territory of registration. Name search is free and needs no account.Steps

Enter the company name Type the trading or legal name. You do not need the full name — the first distinctive word is usually enough.

Narrow ambiguous matches Common names return several entities. Use the registered address, incorporation date, or entity type (Proprietary Limited (Pty Ltd), Public Company (Ltd), Sole Trader) to identify the right one.

Open the matching record Each result links to a full record showing ABN and ACN, Entity name and trading names, Entity type and status, State/territory of registration.

Cross-check against ABR For KYC or contract files, confirm the record against the primary source at https://abr.business.gov.au.

Frequently asked questionsCan I search Australia companies by name for free?Yes. Name search against ABR is free and requires no account. Certified extracts and filed documents may carry a fee on the official register.What if I only know part of the company name?Partial name search works — enter the distinctive part and review the matches. Adding the city or entity type helps when the name is common.What does a Australia company search return?Each record shows ABN and ACN, Entity name and trading names, Entity type and status, State/territory of registration, sourced from ABR.What is an ABN?An Australian Business Number (ABN) is an 11-digit unique identifier issued to all entities registered in the Australian Business Register. It's used for tax, GST, and business-to-business transactions. You can search for any ABN for free at abr.business.gov.au.Source: ABRLast verified: 2026-06-01