These notices can appear official at first glance. However, in the cases reported to us, the letters were not issued by ASIC and were found to be from third party providers seeking payment for renewal services.
If you receive a similar correspondence, it is important to carefully review the details before making any payment.
What to look out for:
- Requests for payment for a Company Review or Business Name Renewal.
- Inclusion of an ACN and reference number to appear legitimate.
- A fee that is higher than ASIC’s official renewal fee.
- GST shown on the charge. This can be a red flag for misleading third-party notices.
- A contact number that connects to an automated service rather than directly to ASIC.
In one recent example, a client contacted us before making payments. After reviewing the ACN and details provided, it was identified that the issuing company was not connected to ASIC.
Important:
Some third-party businesses offer renewal reminders or processing services. While they may include disclaimers stating they are not affiliated with ASIC, the presentation of these notices can be confusing.
Before paying any renewal notice, consider verifying the details directly through the ASIC website or by contacting your TaxAssist adviser.
How TaxAssist can help:
- We can manage your ASIC obligations through our ASIC agent portal access.
- We monitor annual review dates and official ASIC fees.
- We ensure renewals are paid correctly and on time.
- We assist with director updates, shareholder changes, and company amendments.
- We review suspicious correspondence before any payment is made.
Having your company linked to our ASIC agent portal helps ensure official notifications are received and managed correctly.
What you should do:
- Do not pay unexpected renewal notices without checking first.
- Contact your local TaxAssist office if you receive anything you are unsure about.
- Ensure your company is linked to our ASIC agent portal for ongoing monitoring.
- Pay renewal fees directly through ASIC or via your TaxAssist adviser.
If you have received a similar letter and would like us to review it, please contact us or visit www.taxassist.com.au. We are here to help you stay compliant and avoid unnecessary costs.
February 2026
Date published 27 Feb 2026 | Last updated 27 Feb 2026
