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406 Annual return of a foreign company

form – 406

Purpose

Use Form 406 for a foreign company’s annual return.

How to lodge this form

Lodge online

Not applicable.

Lodge by email

You can download the form and send by email.

Download Form 406 (PDF 239 KB)

(PDF last updated: 18/09/2026)

Email address

Send a copy of the signed form by email to lodgement@asic.gov.au.

Email lodging details

  • The email must include the form number, company name and ARBN in the subject line.
  • Submit the form in PDF format.
  • Do not send general enquiries and forms not designated to this email address. For enquiries, visit Contact us.

Lodge by post

If you are unable to lodge via the above option(s), you can find the postal address on the PDF form.

Fees

Applicable fees

{A09}

Late fees

  • {Late01} for up to one month late.
  • {Late02} for over one month late.

Lodging period

Once in every calendar year and within one month after the date of the annual general meeting (AGM).

Payment information

Related information

Legislative references

Section 601CK (9) of the Corporations Act 2001

Further information