CIPC Company Services
The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) is the regulatory body responsible for company registrations and intellectual property in South Africa. We provide comprehensive CIPC services to help you establish and maintain your business legally.
Whether you're starting a new business, making changes to an existing company, or need CIPC documents, we handle all the paperwork and processes for you.
Company Registration Services
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Private Company (PTY LTD) - Registration of private companies with limited liability
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Non-Profit Company (NPC) - Registration of non-profit organisations
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Personal Liability Company (INC) - For professional services like doctors, attorneys
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External Company - Registration of foreign companies operating in SA
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Name Reservation - Reserve your company name before registration
Company Amendment Services
Need to make changes to your company? We handle all types of amendments:
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Director Changes - Appointment, resignation, or removal of directors
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Registered Address Change - Update your company's registered address
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Company Name Change - Change your company's registered name
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Share Transfers - Transfer of shares between shareholders
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MOI Amendments - Changes to Memorandum of Incorporation
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Financial Year End Change - Update your company's financial year end
Annual Compliance
Keep your company compliant with CIPC requirements:
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Annual Returns - Filing of annual returns to maintain company status
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Compliance Reminders - Never miss a deadline with our reminder service
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Company Reinstatement - Restore deregistered companies
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Company Deregistration - Voluntary deregistration of companies
CIPC Document Services
We obtain official CIPC documents on your behalf:
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Company Registration Certificate - Proof of company registration
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Certified Extracts - COR 14.1, COR 15.1, and other extracts
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Director's Report - List of current and past directors
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Shareholder Information - Details of company shareholders
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Company Search - Verification of company registration status
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BEE Certificates - Assistance with BEE certification
Intellectual Property Services
Protect your intellectual property with CIPC:
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Trademark Registration - Register and protect your brand
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Trademark Search - Check availability of trademarks
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Design Registration - Register aesthetic and functional designs
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Patent Services - Provisional and complete patent applications
Additional Business Services
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SARS Registration - Tax registration for your company
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UIF Registration - Unemployment Insurance Fund registration
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COIDA Registration - Compensation for Occupational Injuries
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Bank Account Letters - Letters for opening business bank accounts
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to register a company?
A PTY LTD company registration typically takes 1-3 working days once all documents are submitted. Name reservation takes 1-2 days. The timeline depends on CIPC's current workload and the accuracy of submitted documents.
What documents do I need to register a company?
You'll need: certified ID copies of all directors, proof of residence for directors, company name choices, registered address details, and information about shareholders and their shareholding percentages.
What is an annual return?
An annual return is a mandatory filing that all companies must submit to CIPC each year to maintain their registration status. Failure to file can result in your company being deregistered.
Can I register a company with one director?
Yes, a PTY LTD company can have a minimum of one director who is also the shareholder. There's no requirement for multiple directors, making it ideal for sole proprietors who want limited liability protection.
What is a MOI (Memorandum of Incorporation)?
The MOI is your company's founding document that sets out the rules governing the company, including rights of shareholders, director powers, and company objectives. It replaced the old Memorandum and Articles of Association.
