List of research providers
About this list
Listed research providers (LRPs) are R&D providers who have met certain criteria to be included on the list of research providers on our website.
Use of this tool does not result in data being submitted to us.
When to use this list
Use this list to check that your selected research provider is listed as an LRP if:
- your R&D expenditure is likely to be under $20,000 for the income year, and
- you wish to apply for the R&D tax credit.
If your business was to carry out its own R&D with an amount of eligible expenditure and depreciation loss of under $20,000 in an income year, this amount would not generally be eligible for the credit.
Note
- Your business and R&D activities still need to meet all other eligibility criteria for the R&D tax credit.
- The $20,000 threshold may be pro-rated if your business has been in business for only part of the income year.
Important
The providers listed have confirmed that they are capable of performing R&D activities. Inland Revenue has carried out limited checks beyond this confirmation, but we are unable to comment on their expertise or ability to perform the R&D activities. Inland Revenue does not endorse these providers in any way by listing them.
What you will need
You'll need the name and details of your selected research provider.
After you finish
When you have consulted the list of research providers, check the R&D tax credit information to find out more about contract payments and separation of costs.
No information you provide while using the list is recorded, saved or in any way referenced by Inland Revenue. The calculator is stored on a secure part of our website to prevent unauthorised interception. If you are unable to access the calculator, you may need to update your browser and/or firewall settings.
