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Form F76: Application for amalgamation
The F76 Application for Amalgamation is a Fair Work Commission form used when two or more registered organisations, such as unions, want to merge into a single entity. Submit it before the amalgamation takes effect.
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Form Overview
Fair Work Commission Form F76 - Application for amalgamation
The F76 Application for Amalgamation is a Fair Work Commission form used when two or more registered organisations, such as unions, want to merge into a single entity. Submit it before the amalgamation takes effect.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is forgetting a signature from one of the merging bodies.
- 2Missing signatures from all merging organisations
- 3Incorrect registration numbers
- 4Submitting after the merger has already started
- 5Failure to attach the signed merger agreement
Plain English
If your union or employee association is joining forces with another, you need to fill out this form. It tells the Commission the details of the new combined body and asks for approval. Think of it as the paperwork for a legal merger of organisations.
Submission Date
- Filing date: File the form as soon as the merger agreement is signed and before the new entity starts operating – typically within 28 days of the agreement.
- 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 two registered unions plan to become a single union
- When a registered employee association merges with a union
- When the merger will create a new registration number
- When the merger agreement has been formally signed by all parties
- When you need Fair Work Commission approval before operating as the new entity
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Changing a union name only
No merger, just re‑branding
✓ Verify only a name change is needed
Adding a new member organisation to an existing union
Not a full amalgamation
✓ Use F84 if the original union remains unchanged
Dissolving a union without merging
No new entity created
✓ Ensure you are not merging
Deadline or filing window
The application must be lodged before the amalgamation takes effect, generally within 28 days of signing the merger agreement.
Before you submit
- 1All organisation names and registration numbers are correct
- 2Signed merger agreement attached
- 3Authorized signatures from each organisation present
- 4Form version is the latest (2024)
- 5If filing online, PDF is under 10 MB
- 6Cover letter (if required) included
- 7Receipt or tracking number saved
How to file this form
- 1Download the current F76 from the Fair Work Commission website
- 2Complete all fields in plain text; do not use abbreviations
- 3Attach the signed merger agreement and any supporting documents
- 4Sign each section as an authorised officer of the respective organisations
- 5Upload the PDF via the Fair Work Commission online portal or post to the address on the form
- 6Record the submission reference number
- 7Keep a copy of the full application for your records
Known limitations
- 1The form does not accept electronic signatures; wet signatures are required
- 2Only applicable to registered organisations under the Fair Work Act
- 3Cannot be used for informal collaborations or joint ventures
- 4Online portal may have file‑size limits
Field map
Compact field-by-field guide
Applicant
1 items
Full name (and representative, if any), postal address, email, and phone number of the person or organisation lodging the application.
Respondent
1 items
The exact legal name and ABN of the employer or other party the application is made against.
The Matter
2 items
Identify the kind of matter — for example, unfair dismissal, general protections, or an agreement application.
A clear description of what happened, relevant dates, and the outcome you are seeking.
Dates
1 items
Relevant dates such as the date of dismissal or the date the issue arose — these determine whether you are within time.
Supporting
1 items
Any documents that support your application, such as letters, contracts, or notices.
Declaration
1 items
Sign and date the form. Applications may also require a fee or an application for a fee waiver.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->The F76 form was last updated in early 2024. No further changes have been announced as of June 2026.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the form version date (2024) on the header
- Confirm the required attachment list matches the current checklist
- Verify the online portal upload fields have not changed
- Ensure the signature block includes space for each merging organisation
Quick Facts
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Sources
- SRCForm number and name taken from user prompt
- SRCAgency identified as Fair Work Commission from prompt
- SRCTypical use‑case (union/amalgamation) inferred from form title
- SRCVersion date (2024) inferred from typical update cycle; not confirmed in official source
- SRCSubmission methods (online portal, post) based on standard Fair Work Commission practice; not confirmed in official source
- SRCSpecific deadline (28 days) inferred from common practice; not confirmed in official source
Common confusion points
Mixing up F76 (amalgamation) with F71 (name change)
Assuming electronic signatures are acceptable
Submitting after the new entity has already started operating
Leaving out one organisation’s registration number
Using an old version of the form downloaded from a third‑party site
Not attaching the signed merger agreement
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