A director ID is a unique identifier a director applies for once and keeps forever. It will help prevent the use of false or fraudulent director identities.
A person will keep their director ID even if they stop being a company director, change their name or move interstate or overseas. It confirms a director’s identity and will in the future show which companies they’re linked to.
If you are planning on becoming a director or are already a director, you will need to apply for a director ID. We can’t apply on your behalf as the Registrar needs to verify your identity.
When to apply
The dates for when you need to apply, depends on when you become a director.
The first key date is for individuals who become a director between 1 November 2021 and 4 April 2022. They need to apply within 28 days from their appointment.
If you were a director before 1 November 2021, you need to apply before 30 November 2022.
How to apply
It’s free to apply and the fastest way to apply is online. The Australian Business Registry Services (ABRS) has other options available for those who can’t apply online.
Click here to Apply for your director ID.
You will need a myGovID with a Standard or Strong identity strength to apply for a director ID online. If your don’t have the myGovID app then you can set it up at www.mygovid.gov.au/setup
You will also need to verify information held on your ATO record, such as a Notice of assessment. We can assist you with this if you need this information. Once you have this information, the online application is intuitive and takes less than 5 minutes. You will get your director ID instantly.
You then need to give your director ID to the company secretary, and provide a copy to us for our records.
This video can also assist with what is needed.
From 5 April 2022 all directors will need a director ID before they are appointed. Prior to this, the director ID can be applied for within 28 days of appointment.
To find out more about the ABRS, its role in administering delegated ASIC Registry functions and director ID visit abrs.gov.au/about-us.