Objecting to restoration

Objecting to restoring a limited partnership to the register

A person may object to the restoration of a limited partnership by written request to the Registrar.

You'll need to provide us written confirmation of your objection. The objection must be lodged within the objection period stated in the public notice.

You need to have an online account

To lodge an objection online you must have:

  • a RealMe login
  • an online services account with the Limited Partnerships Registers.

RealMe logins and setting up your online services account

How to lodge your objection

Use the 'Lodge Other Documents' service to lodge your objection and any supporting documents.

  1. Log in to your online services account.
  2. On the dashboard, either —
    • Select the limited partnership from your 'My Businesses' list, or
    • Use the 'Search Business' option to search for the limited partnership.
  3. From the menu, select 'Maintain Limited Partnership' and choose 'Lodge Other Documents'.
  4. Select 'Objection to Restoration' from the list of document types.
  5. Upload your objection document and click 'Submit'.
Log in and go to your online dashboard

Objection to restoration received

If an objection is received to the restoration, the limited partnership cannot be restored by the Registrar. However, the applicant may consider applying to the High Court to restore the limited partnership to the register.

All help topics

Getting started on the register 5 guides

About limited partnerships, the roles and responsibilities of general and limited partners, and how to set up your online services account.

Searching the Limited Partnerships Registers 2 guides

Find out how to search the registers for information about New Zealand and overseas limited partnerships, and their current status.

About limited partnerships 6 guides

Limited partnerships are registered under the Limited Partnerships Act 2008. The registers of limited partnerships and overseas limited partnerships are administered by the NZ Companies Office.

Registering a limited partnership 3 guides

To register a limited partnership you must complete the application process and pay the registration fee.

Keeping limited partnership details up to date 9 guides

Once you've registered your limited partnership, you'll need to maintain the registration by filing annual returns and keeping partnership name, partner and address details up to date.

Deregistering a limited partnership 4 guides

If a limited partnership is terminated, or you ask for it to be deregistered, you must notify us so it can be removed from the register. The Registrar can also choose to deregister limited partnerships.

Restoring a limited partnership 3 guides

You can apply to the Registrar to have your limited partnership restored to the register. You'll need to provide evidence to support your application.

Forms and fees for limited partnerships (NZ) 3 guides

Forms you'll need to register your limited partnership or keep details up to date, and a schedule of fees payable.

Managing your online account 7 guides

Your online services account allows you to update and manage personal and organisation information from your online dashboard.

Overseas limited partnerships 10 guides

Overseas limited partnerships must apply to register within 10 working days of commencing business in New Zealand, and must meet annual filing requirements to remain registered.