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Register the company, get the certificates, and walk out with the paperwork you need to trade, tender and open a bank account. Company registration from R699.
Registration, compliance & documents
Fourteen services, priced upfront
Open any service to see the process, the documents you'll need, what it costs and how long it takes. We handle the applications and the follow-ups — you bring your ID and your details.
Company Registration (Pty Ltd, NPC)
Register your new Private Company (Pty Ltd) or Non-Profit Company (NPC) quickly and easily with CIPC.
Process overview
- Name reservation (optional)
- Director & incorporator details
- MOI selection
- Submission to CIPC
Typical documents required
- Certified ID copies of directors
- Proof of address
PricingFrom R699
Turnaround1–5 business days after submission
Quick FAQ
What is an MOI? The Memorandum of Incorporation — the governing document of the company.
Shelf Companies
Acquire a pre-registered company (Pty Ltd) that has never traded, so you can start operating immediately.
Process overview
- Select an available shelf company
- Director change application
- Share transfer
Typical documents required
- Certified ID copies of directors
- Proof of address
PricingFrom R1 990
Turnaround24–72 hours
Tax Clearance Certificate
Obtain a SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) pin confirming your tax affairs are in order — usually required for tenders and contracts.
Process overview
- SARS eFiling registration or access
- Compliance check
- Application submission
Typical documents required
- Company registration documents
- Director IDs
- SARS registration numbers
PricingFrom R450
Turnaround1–3 business days
SARS VAT Registration
Register your company for Value Added Tax. Compulsory once turnover exceeds R1 million in 12 months, voluntary below that.
Process overview
- Eligibility check
- Supporting document pack
- eFiling submission
- SARS follow-up
Typical documents required
- Company documents
- Bank confirmation letter
- Proof of trading & invoices
PricingFrom R1 500
TurnaroundUp to 21 business days
SARS Income Tax Registration
Register your company for Income Tax with SARS. This is a mandatory registration on company formation.
Process overview
- Verification of company details
- SARS registration
Typical documents required
- Company registration documents
- Director IDs
PricingOften included with company registration
TurnaroundImmediate, or 1–5 days
BEE Certificate / Affidavit
Get a B-BBEE affidavit for Exempted Micro Enterprises, or assistance with full BEE certificate verification.
Process overview
- Turnover & ownership confirmation
- Affidavit drafting
- Commissioning
Typical documents required
- Director IDs
- Turnover confirmation
PricingAffidavit from R250
TurnaroundAffidavit: 1 day. Certificate: varies
CSD Registration
Register on National Treasury's Central Supplier Database so your business is eligible for government tenders.
Process overview
- Supplier profile creation
- Banking & tax verification
- Submission
Typical documents required
- Company documents
- Bank confirmation letter
- Tax number
PricingFrom R350
Turnaround1–3 business days
CIDB Grading
Register and grade your construction company with the Construction Industry Development Board. Required for public sector construction work.
Process overview
- Grading assessment
- Financial & works capability
- Application submission
Typical documents required
- Company documents
- Financial statements
- Completed project records
PricingFrom R1 490 (Grade 1)
TurnaroundSeveral weeks
CIPC Annual Returns
File your company's mandatory Annual Return with CIPC to stay compliant and avoid deregistration.
Process overview
- Status check
- Turnover declaration
- CIPC filing
Typical documents required
- Company registration number
- Annual turnover figure
PricingFrom R350 plus CIPC fee
TurnaroundDue within 30 business days of your anniversary month
Business Profile Design
A professionally designed company profile showcasing your business, services and experience to clients and partners.
Process overview
- Content gathering
- Design concepts
- Revisions
- Print-ready and digital files
Typical documents required
- Company information
- Logo
- Project photos and references
PricingFrom R699
Turnaround5–10 business days
Share Certificates
Issue formal share certificates to your shareholders as proof of ownership.
Process overview
- Shareholding confirmation
- Certificate preparation
- Issue and register update
Typical documents required
- Company documents
- Shareholder details
PricingFrom R250
Turnaround1–2 business days
Tender & Compliance Assistance
Navigate tender applications and make sure your business meets the compliance requirements before you submit.
Process overview
- Tender document review
- Compliance gap check
- Document compilation
- Printing, binding and submission
Typical documents required
- Tender documents
- Company compliance pack
PricingConsultation based
TurnaroundVaries per tender
Accounting & Payroll Services
Outsource your bookkeeping, accounting and payroll so the numbers stay accurate and compliant.
Process overview
- Monthly bookkeeping
- Payroll processing
- SARS submissions
- Management reports
Typical documents required
- Bank statements
- Invoices and receipts
- Employee details
PricingMonthly retainer based
TurnaroundOngoing monthly service
Business Plans & Funding Applications
Develop a comprehensive business plan and get help applying for funding through loans and grants.
Process overview
- Business model & market research
- Financial projections
- Plan drafting
- Funding application support
Typical documents required
- Business information
- Financial records where available
PricingProject based
TurnaroundVaries
Everything at once
Business Starter Pack
Company registration, tax registration, logo, business cards, letterhead, a one-page website, business email and a branded staff shirt — quoted as one job. Everything you need to look like a real business from day one.
Not sure which documents you need?
Tell us what you're trying to do — open a bank account, apply for a tender, supply a retailer — and we'll tell you exactly what that requires.