Company Registration Services in South Africa
Start your business on the right footing. We register your company with CIPC and set you up for tax and ongoing compliance.
Company registration
Register correctly — start confidently.
Registering a private company with CIPC gives your business its own legal identity, separate from you as the owner. Getting the details right from the start avoids costly corrections later.
We guide you through the choices that matter — directors, shareholding and company details — handle the registration, and help you with the next steps, such as tax registration and beneficial ownership filing.
Registration is just the start: we also help you stay compliant from year one.
New business
Registered.
Ready to trade.
- What you get
- A registered private company with its own legal identity.
- What you decide
- Company name, directors, shareholders and registered details.
- What comes next
- Tax registration, beneficial ownership and annual returns.
How it works
From idea to registered company
We keep registration simple and make sure nothing is missed.
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Plan the structure
We discuss directors, shareholding and how the company should be set up.
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Choose and reserve a name
We help you choose a suitable name and submit it for approval.
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Register the company
We prepare and submit the registration to CIPC.
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Set up compliance
We guide you through tax registration, beneficial ownership and upcoming filings.
Requirements
What we need to register your company
Have these ready and registration can move quickly.
- Proposed company names
Two or more name options, in order of preference.
- Director identity documents
Certified IDs or passports for each director.
- Shareholder details
Who will own the company, and in what proportions.
- Registered address
The company’s registered office address.
- Contact details
Email addresses and phone numbers for directors.
- Business activity
A short description of what the company will do.
Don’t have everything? Bring what you have — we will tell you what is missing.
Ask us a questionReady to register your company?
Tell us about your plans and we will guide you through every step.
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FAQ
Company registration questions
How long does company registration take?
Timing depends on CIPC processing and on name approval. Having your documents ready helps avoid delays.
Can I register a company on my own?
Yes, a private company can have a single director and shareholder.
Do I need to register for tax separately?
Newly registered companies are generally registered for income tax with SARS, but you may need to register for other taxes such as VAT or PAYE depending on your business.
What must I do after registration?
File your beneficial ownership information, keep company details current and file annual returns every year.
Still have questions? We’re happy to help.
Contact UsStart your business the right way
Book a consultation and we will register your company correctly.