Businesses, organisations, non-profits and charities have certain tax obligations when setting up. They may also have obligations with other government agencies like the Companies Office or the Charities Commission.

Apply for a business IRD number

All businesses and organisations, except self-employed people, need to apply for a separate IRD number before they start trading.
Companies Office - tax registration
Register for GST
Register as an employer
You need to register with us as an employer as soon as you start employing.
Paying tax in your first year in business

Any income tax from your first year in business is usually due by 7 February the following year.
Tax exemptions for charities
If your charity is fully exempt from income tax you won’t need to file an income tax return unless we ask you to.
Qualifying for the $1,000 income deduction as a non-profit
If your non-profit’s net income is under $1,000 a year you are exempt from income tax.

Te whakatū i tētahi pakihi, whakahaere rānei Setting up a business or organisation

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