From new company registrations to director amendments, name changes, and annual returns — we handle your CIPC obligations so you can focus on actually running your business.
We're a registered CIPC agent — that means we file directly on your behalf, without you needing to create a CIPC account or navigate their platform.
We register your private company with CIPC, including name reservation, MOI filing, and share structure setup.
Adding or removing a director, updating contact details, or correcting ID information on CIPC records.
Need to rebrand? We handle the full name change process with CIPC, including the new name check and certificate.
Every company must file an annual return with CIPC each year. Missed returns put your company at risk of deregistration.
Closing a dormant company correctly, or reinstating one that was accidentally deregistered — both require the right CIPC forms and timing.
Moved premises? Changed your email or postal address? CIPC records must reflect your current details to remain compliant.
No CIPC login, no confusing forms, no back-and-forth with government portals. We manage the entire process.
New registration, director change, name update — let us know and we'll send you a checklist of what we need from you.
Typically: certified IDs for directors, proof of address, and your preferred company name. All sent digitally.
We submit on your behalf via the CIPC portal as a registered agent. No queues, no counter visits required.
CIPC processing times vary. We monitor the application and follow up if there are any queries from their side.
Certificate or confirmation letter issued by CIPC, sent to you the same day we receive it.
South African business owners often get caught off guard by these. We flag them early so you're not surprised.
CIPC annual returns are filed with CIPC (not SARS), cover your company's basic registered details, and are due within 30 business days of your anniversary date. Missing them is one of the most common reasons companies get deregistered — often without the owner knowing.
CIPC does not send a registered letter before deregistering your company. If annual returns are overdue, deregistration happens automatically. A deregistered company cannot legally trade, sign contracts, or hold property.
CIPC records are public. If your registered address, director ID, or contact details are outdated, it can cause problems with banks, landlords, and government tenders. Keeping records current is a compliance obligation, not just good practice.
CIPC registration gives you a company number, not a tax number. SARS registration (income tax, VAT, PAYE) is separate. We handle both so your company is properly set up from day one, not just technically incorporated.
No jargon.
Typically 5–7 business days from the time we have all your documents. Name reservations occasionally take longer if CIPC has a backlog, but we flag this immediately and can suggest alternatives if needed.
Yes. Foreign nationals can be directors of a South African company. You'll need a certified copy of your passport and proof of address. Some additional SARS requirements apply for non-residents, which we'll walk you through.
Yes — CIPC requires a registered physical address (not a PO Box). If you don't have one, we can discuss options. Many of our clients use their home address initially and update it later when they take on commercial premises.
In most cases, yes — but the reinstatement process is more complex and costly than staying current. We've successfully reinstated companies that were deregistered for years. Contact us with your company number and we'll assess the situation.