Apply to voluntary deregister an incorporated association

If an incorporated association chooses to deregister, it must notify CBS using the form below.

To submit this form, a special resolution must have been passed to voluntarily deregister the association.

What you’ll need

  • A copy of the meeting minutes, signed by the person who presided over the meeting, to show evidence that:
    • at least 21 days written notice of the intention to deregister was provided to members
    • a special resolution was passed by at least 75% of members at the meeting
    • the applicant being authorised by the association to apply for deregistration
    • how assets are to be distributed.
  • A copy of the rules of the association to be wound up.
  • Exemption from CBS (if applicable).

What happens next

An assessment officer will review your application within 15 business days and provide feedback.

Contact CBS Associations and Cooperatives

Email

Phone

131 882 - option 7

Book an appointment

You can book an appointment with the Associations Team for further assistance.


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Page last updated 17 April 2026

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