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  • Applying for an NZBN

    Companies and other organisations have been automatically assigned an NZBN. If you're self-employed (a sole trader), a partnership, a trust or a charity you can apply for an NZBN online.

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  • If you're self-employed

    To apply for an NZBN if you're self-employed (a sole trader) you'll need a couple of items on hand, including the business' IRD number and proof of your identity.

    Start your NZBN application

  • If you're a partnership

    To apply for your NZBN you'll need some information about your partnership, including its IRD number, partner details and proof of partnership documents.

    Start your partnership's NZBN application

  • If you're a trust

    To apply for your NZBN you'll need some information about your trust, including its IRD number, details of each trustee and proof of trust documents.

    Start your trust's NZBN application

  • Charities and other organisations

    You can apply for an NZBN if you are a charity or other organisation, such as a school or organisation formed by legislation.

    Find out how to apply