Do I need a company to trade?

Not necessarily. You can trade as a Sole Proprietor. However, a Private Company (Pty Ltd) offers limited liability protection (your personal assets are safe if the business fails) and looks more professional to corporate clients.

How many directors do I need?

A standard Private Company (Pty Ltd) needs at least one director. This director can also be the sole shareholder.

What documents do you need?

We need certified ID copies of all directors (not older than 3 months) and proof of address for the main applicant.

Does this include VAT registration?

No. VAT registration is a separate process with SARS and is only mandatory if you turnover more than R1 million. We can assist with that separately.

Can foreigners register a company?

Yes. Non-South African citizens can be directors and shareholders. We will need certified copies of your valid passport.

Do I get a BEE certificate?

For new companies with turnover under R10 million, you qualify as an Exempt Micro Enterprise (EME). We provide the official B-BBEE Affidavit which serves as your certificate.

New Company Registration

Start Your Business the Right Way

The "Full House" Pack

Don't just get a registration number. Get a fully compliant business entity. We provide the governance documents that banks and Tenders ask for.

Name Reservation (COR9.4)
Company Registration Certificate (COR14.3)
Memorandum of Incorporation (Standard MOI)
Income Tax Registration number
Share Certificates for all shareholders
First meeting minutes & Resolutions

Why Professional Registration?

Avoid basic errors that block bank accounts later.

Correct naming

We ensure your company name doesn't infringe on existing trademarks, preventing costly rebranding forced by CIPC later.

Shareholder Confidence

Banks require Share Certificates to open accounts. CIPC does not issue these; you have to create them. We generate legal certificates for you.

Tax Handover

We ensure the new company profile is correctly linked to your SARS eFiling profile so you control your tax affairs from day one.

4 Steps to Incorporated

Fast, digital, and efficient.

Step 1

Name Search

We check your proposed names against the CIPC database to ensure availability and avoid trademark conflicts.

Step 2

Lodgement

We prepare the COR15.1 forms. All directors sign digitally (or manual power of attorney).

Step 3

Registration

CIPC processes the application. Usually complete within 24-48 hours if names are approved.

Step 4

Post-Reg Pack

We issue your Share Certificates, register for Income Tax, and provide your B-BBEE Affidavit.

How We Work

We believe good accounting starts with structure and consistency. Our approach is designed to give business owners clarity without unnecessary complexity.

A clear onboarding process

Defined monthly timelines

Accurate reconciliation and reporting

Practical explanations, not accounting jargon

Ongoing improvements as your business grows

"Our focus is on building reliable financial systems that support better decisions over time."

Questions about Registration

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Turn your idea into a legal entity today.