⚠️ Business Name & ASIC Renewal Notices – Read Before You Pay
- Adrian De Vito - CPA
- Mar 27
- 1 min read
We’ve recently seen a number of clients receive business name/ ASIC renewal letters that look official—but aren’t what they appear.
These notices can be confusing and, in some cases, lead to unnecessary costs.
What are these notices?
You may receive a letter or email stating that your business name or ASIC is due for renewal, often with a payment request above.
While they may look legitimate, these notices are:
Not issued by ASIC or the ABR
Sent by third-party service providers
Offering to renew your business name on your behalf
Why you should be cautious
These companies are not doing anything illegal—but they are charging for a service you likely don’t need.
In many cases:
The renewal is not yet due
The notice creates a sense of urgency
The fees are significantly higher than renewing directly
In short: you may be paying extra for something simple.
What should you do?
If you manage your own business name:
Renew directly via the official ASIC website
If we manage your business name for you:
You can safely ignore these notices
We’ll contact you when renewal is actually required
Our recommendation
There’s no need to pay extra fees for something that can be handled quickly and securely through the proper channels.
Not sure?
Send it through to us—we’re happy to check it for you
Clear Accounting Solutions
07 56795815
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