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CIPC Company Amendment Assistance

When your company changes, CIPC’s record needs to change too. We update your details correctly and promptly.

Company amendments

Keep your company record matching reality.

Company amendments are the filings that update the information CIPC holds about your company — such as its directors, registered address, name or founding documents.

An outdated record can cause problems with banks, tenders and legal matters. We make sure changes are filed properly, with the right supporting documents, and that related records stay consistent.

Changes to directors or ownership may also affect your beneficial ownership filing.

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Up to date

Your record,
accurate.

When it may be needed

Common company changes

These are the amendments businesses most often need.

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  • Directors are appointed or resign

    Your board has changed and CIPC needs to be updated.

  • The registered address has changed

    Your company has moved offices.

  • You want to change the company name

    The business has rebranded or changed direction.

  • Your MOI needs amending

    The company’s founding rules need to change.

  • Contact details are outdated

    CIPC holds old email or phone details.

  • The financial year-end is changing

    You want a different financial year-end.

How it works

How we handle amendments

Accurate filings, with the right resolutions and documents.

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  1. Confirm the change

    We establish exactly what needs to change and what approvals are required.

  2. Prepare documents

    We prepare resolutions and gather supporting documents.

  3. File with CIPC

    We submit the amendment and track it through to approval.

  4. Update related records

    We check whether other filings, such as beneficial ownership, also need updating.

Need to update your company details?

Tell us what has changed and we will handle the filing.

FAQ

Company amendment questions

How do I change a company director?

A director change is filed with CIPC with the required supporting documents. We prepare and submit it for you.

Can I change my company name?

Yes. A new name must be approved and the change filed with CIPC.

Do amendments affect beneficial ownership?

Changes in shareholding or control may require your beneficial ownership information to be updated as well.

How long do amendments take?

Timing depends on the type of amendment and CIPC processing times.

Still have questions? We’re happy to help.

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Keep your company details current

Book a consultation and we will file your amendments correctly.