Director Identification Number

Introducing the new requirement of Director ID for all directors of Australian companies.

• Director Identification Numbers were introduced from 1 November 2021 and will be required by all company directors.

• Director ID is a unique 15 digit identification number.

• Directors will need to apply for this personally as personal information will be required when applying. Engaging a 3rd party to apply on your behalf isn’t possible.

If you were a Director:

• Before 1 November 2021, you have until 30 November 2022 to apply. You have plenty of time to apply. However, I would recommend applying sooner rather than later. Please don’t leave it to the last minute. The process is simple and takes less than 2 minutes to apply.

If you become a Director:

• Between 1 November 2021 to 4 April 2022 within 28 days of appointment

• From 5 April 2022, you must apply 28 days before the appointment

Resources

Apply online

https://www.abrs.gov.au/director-identification-number/apply-director-identification-number

Apply manually

Director ID Application

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