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Reporting a position holder's resignation or disqualification

Explains when and how to notify ACRA, and the consequences of non-notification.

File notice of cessation/resignation of position holder (opens in new tab)
Last updated on 22 October 2026

When to notify

Requirements

Scenario

When to notify

Resignation

Disqualification

  • Director: Must notify the company of his or her disqualification as soon as practicable but not later than 14 days after the disqualification.

  • Company: Must notify ACRA within 14 days upon receiving notice of the director’s disqualification, and withdraw the position holder if the office or director becomes vacant in accordance with the company’s constitution or otherwise.

Note: The director may notify ACRA immediately by filing a Notice of Cessation if no other officers can file. For example, if the company secretary resigned and other directors are also disqualified.

How to notify ACRA

If the company fails to notify ACRA of a resignation or disqualification, the individual position holder can notify ACRA immediately by filing a Notice of Cessation (opens in new tab):

Note: Directors must file a separate notice for each company they resign or get disqualified from.

Before you begin

Required documents

For

You need to prepare

Resignations

  • Acknowledgement from the Board of Directors or receipt of the Registered Article 

  • Resignation notice

Disqualifications

  • Bankruptcy statement (if applicable)

  • Court order or other supporting documents for disqualification

How to file a Notice of Cessation

Refer to the Filing a notice of cessation/resignation of position holder (opens in new tab)guide.

After you notify ACRA

You can check the notification status after one to three days. If the director was disqualified, learn more about what to do after disqualification.

Processing time and notification status

What to expect

Details

Wait for a response

Applications that meet the requirements will be processed in accordance with our standard procedures and may be approved immediately. Applications requiring further review will be processed within 20 working days. We will notify you if additional time is needed.

Check the notification status

You can check your status through:

  • Bizfile, under Transaction Status Enquiry

  • Email, if you provided an email address to ACRA

Consequences of non-notification

Scenarios & consequences of non-notification

Scenario

Consequences

Director failed to notify the company of his or her disqualification as soon as practicable but not later than 14 days after the disqualification

Fine not exceeding $1,000

Company failed to notify ACRA within 14 days upon receiving notice of the director’s disqualification

Fine not exceeding $5,000 and also to a default penalty for the company and every officer of the company

Note: Please seek professional advice if you are unsure about the legal duties and liabilities of the company and its officers.