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Form 208: Notification of details of shares issued other than for cash
Form 208 – Notification of details of shares issued other than for cash – is an ASIC filing that records when a company issues shares in exchange for non‑cash consideration such as services, property or other assets. Companies must lodge it to keep the public register up to date.
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Form Overview
Australian Securities and Investments Commission Form 208 - Notification of details of shares issued other than for cash
Form 208 – Notification of details of shares issued other than for cash – is an ASIC filing that records when a company issues shares in exchange for non‑cash consideration such as services, property or other assets. Companies must lodge it to keep the public register up to date.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Leaving the description of the non‑cash consideration blank.
- 2Missing the ASIC lodgment deadline
- 3Providing incomplete description of the non‑cash asset
- 4Entering incorrect share class or quantity
- 5Failing to attach supporting valuation documents
Plain English
If your company gives shares instead of money, you need to tell ASIC what was given and how many shares were issued. This form captures that information in a simple way.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Not stated in the official source.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- When a company issues shares in exchange for services, property or other assets.
- When the consideration for the shares is not cash and must be recorded on the public register.
- When the company needs to update its shareholder register with the details of the non‑cash issue.
- When the issue occurs after incorporation and is not covered by a share capital increase form.
- When ASIC requires a formal notification of the transaction for compliance purposes.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Cash consideration for shares
Cash issues are recorded on the standard share issue form
✓ Verify if cash was received
Change of share class
Different form is needed for class conversions
✓ Confirm the purpose of the change
Share buy‑back or cancellation
A buy‑back form is required, not a notification of issue
✓ Check if shares are being repurchased
Initial issue of shares at incorporation
Incorporation forms handle initial allotments
✓ Ensure the company is already registered
Deadline or filing window
The specific ASIC deadline for this notification is not stated in the official source.
Before you submit
- 1Confirm the company name and ACN are correct.
- 2Identify the exact date of the non‑cash share issue.
- 3Provide a clear description of the non‑cash consideration.
- 4State the agreed fair value of the consideration.
- 5List the number and class of shares issued.
- 6Attach any supporting valuation or agreement documents.
- 7Check that the signatory has authority to lodge on behalf of the company.
- 8Verify the ASIC lodgement fee is payable.
- 9Review all entered data for typographical errors.
- 10Save a PDF copy of the completed form for your records.
How to file this form
- 1Log in to ASIC's online portal (ASIC Connect).
- 2Select “Lodge a Form” and choose Form 208.
- 3Enter the company’s details and the transaction date.
- 4Complete the fields for shares issued, consideration description, and value.
- 5Upload any supporting documents required.
- 6Pay the lodgement fee using a credit card or BPay.
- 7Submit the form and note the confirmation reference number.
Known limitations
- 1Only for non‑cash consideration; cash issues need a different form.
- 2Does not cover share buy‑backs, cancellations or conversions.
- 3Not applicable to foreign companies not registered with ASIC.
- 4The form does not replace the need to update the internal shareholder register.
- 5Only records the transaction; it does not validate the fairness of the consideration.
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Entity
2 items
The exact registered name of the company or business.
The Australian Company Number or Australian Business Number.
Change
2 items
What you are registering or notifying — for example, a change of director, address, or share structure.
The specific new details and the date the change took effect.
Authorisation
1 items
Signed or authorised by a director or authorised agent.
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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check if the form asks for a description of the non‑cash asset.
- Confirm the required field for the fair market value of the consideration.
- Verify any new electronic signature requirements.
- Review any updated fee schedule linked to the form.
- Ensure the latest ASIC portal layout matches the version you are using.
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Sources
- SRCForm number and name taken from user prompt.
- SRCPurpose inferred from the form title.
- SRCNo official source available; details marked as Not confirmed where specific.
- SRCASIC portal referenced for lodgement steps.
- SRCGeneral filing practices based on typical ASIC processes.
Common confusion points
Mixing up cash and non‑cash share issues and using the wrong form.
Leaving the fair value field blank or entering an estimate without justification.
Failing to attach supporting valuation documents.
Using the form for a share class conversion instead of a non‑cash issue.
Submitting the form without the required ASIC lodgement fee.
Not updating the internal shareholder register after lodging.
Assuming the form automatically updates the public register without confirmation.
Confusing the signatory authority requirements.
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