Incorporated Societies must Re-Register by 5 April 2026

Time is getting tight for organisations to start the re-registration process to continue operating as an incorporated society.

Under the Incorporated Societies Act 2022, you must re-register by 5 April 2026, otherwise your organisation will automatically cease to exist. A winding up application to be dissolved or liquidation are the choices if you don’t want your incorporated society to live longer than 5 April next year.

If you haven’t started the re-registration process, time is of the essence. There is a very helpful website: www.is-register.companiesoffice.govt.nz If you would like some advice on the process, or anything else related to your organisation, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

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