⬤ Memberships
Become a certified member of NTIBN
NTIBN certification unlocks buyer trust, procurement pathways and practical support—so your Aboriginal business is easier to find and grow.
Certified Membership
Sole Trader: $150/year
Not For Profit: $250/year
Company: $300/year
Memberships and subscriptions are all exclusive of GST.
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Is 51% or more Indigenous owned.
Is Aboriginal controlled and managed.
If you are ineligible for Certified membership, Ally Membership is an alternative option.
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Proof of Aboriginality for business owner/majority business owner (statutory declarations will not be accepted)
Certified Company Registration
Company Extract
Certificate of Incorporation (if relevant)
Business Name Registration Certificate
Evidence of majority ownership
Company Organisation Chart
Proof of Trade
Financial Footprint: Recent business bank statements, active tax file numbers (TFN), and current commercial contracts.
Operational Evidence: Insurance certificates (e.g., Public Liability), active lease agreements, or supplier invoices.
⬤ Member benefits
Benefits of NTIBN Certification
Get more than a badge. NTIBN certification unlocks buyer trust, procurement pathways and practical support—so your Aboriginal business is easier to find and grow.
Visibility + recognition
Be found and trusted
Certified Aboriginal Business status
Blak Business Directory listing
#BlakFirst policy alignment
Authenticity as a #BlakBuyer, #BlakGrower, #BlakEmployer
Growth + procurement
Open doors and create demand
National Indigenous Chamber network access
Government procurement visibility
NTIBN events + networking
Collaborative + promotional opportunities
Capability + support
Save money and scale
Member discounts on NTIBN services and products
Access to NTIBN services (advisory, tools, programs)
Advocacy at local and national levels
⬤ Application process
Want to join? Here’s how the membership application process works.
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1. Easy application
Complete the online form, upload the required documents and make payment. Ensure you have your Certificate of Aboriginality and business information handy.
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2. Authenticity assessment
Through assessment, we confirm the authenticity of the Aboriginal business owner. We do not accept statutory declarations.
We verify the management and control of Aboriginal businesses, which may include an interview process. There is no minimum turnover requirement, recognising that microenterprises are genuine and authentic Aboriginal businesses.
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3. Pre-approved certification
When the NTIBN membership assessment team has verified your application, you will receive immediate recognition through either a pre-approval certificate or pre-approval monitoring certificate.
There is no waiting period between this step and NTIBN Board ratification of your certification. During the provisional period, you can immediately access member benefits and tender for work as a certified Aboriginal business.
Please note: If your business is still in start-up phase and has not begun trading, NTIBN can progress your application to pre-approved monitoring, and allow 3 months for you to provide evidence of trading to progress to board ratification and full certified membership.
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4. Create online profile
Complete your business and owner profiles to go live on the Blak Business Directory. Your online presence will demonstrate capability and prequalification identifiers for industry and procurers. Professionally market your business and make it easy for potential clients to engage you for supply of goods and services.
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5. Board ratification
The NTIBN Board, made up of Aboriginal business owners, makes a final decision to either ratify, extend your pre-approved certification or deny your application.
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6. Full certification
Congratulations! You have now been fully ratified as an NTIBN Certified Business. Your certification is recognised through the provision of an NTIBN Member Badge and Certificate, which you can use in your business materials as evidence of your authenticity as a robust Aboriginal Business Enterprise.
If you are ineligible for Certified membership, Ally Membership is an alternative option.
Have questions?
Considering NTIBN membership or certification? We’re here to help. Below, you’ll find answers to some of the most common questions about eligibility, costs, benefits, the application process and what to expect after certification.
Whether you’re exploring membership or ready to apply, we hope these FAQs give you the information you need to take the next step with confidence.
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An Aboriginal Business Enterprise is a business or community organisation that meets the following criteria:
Is 51% or more Aboriginal owned;
That is operating as a business, including companies, incorporated associations, sole traders, partnerships, trusts and social enterprises or registered charities if they are operating as a business;
Can demonstrate that Aboriginal people are involved in the daily operation of the Enterprise and have effective control at least equal to the degree of ownership; and;
Is registered with a Certifying authority.
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A Certifying Authority is an Aboriginal Organisation which provides services to confirm the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ownership and control of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Enterprises.
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NTIBN is recognised as the peak and preferred certifying authority in the NT.
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Proof of Aboriginality for business owner/majority business owner
Certified Company Registration
Company Extract
Certificate of Incorporation (if relevant)
Business Name Registration Certificate
Evidence of majority ownership
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Supply Nation Certification is recognised by governments, however, Certification through NTIBN provides for a more rigorous and local NT Certification.
NB: Supply Nation Certification is mutually recognised by NTIBN, when the Aboriginal majority owner provides an authentic Certificate of Aboriginality.
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No.
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Validation of Aboriginality certificate with the certifying body
Viewing of shareholding documents
ASIC/ORIC checks
Interviews with the Aboriginal majority owner/s to determine management and control
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Administration and assessment of your application, plus the first year of membership.
What does my annual renewal fee cover?
systems access, profile accessibility and change features
a member coordinator, news and mailouts
discounted event rates and invitations to exclusive opportunities and events.
*Please note the application fee is non-refundable.
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No. You don’t have to reapply. Your membership is renewed annually through an automated process.
*Please note that if your business structure changes, you will be required to submit a new membership application under the new business structure.
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