Company Registration Requirements
The exact documents and details you need to register a company with CIPC, complete beneficial ownership reporting, and prepare for SARS and banking.
Know what documents you need before you start
Prepare your CIPC, director, address, SARS, and beneficial ownership details upfront so registration is smoother.
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Knowing your requirements upfront reduces delays. This page helps you prepare director details, company names, addresses, tax information and beneficial ownership basics.
Who We Help
- Startups
- Tender suppliers
- Construction companies
- Small business owners
What We Include
- Document checklist
- CIPC process guidance
- SARS and tax status alignment
- B-BBEE and CSD next steps
- WhatsApp-based support
Checklist
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- •South African ID or passport for each director
- •Proof of residential address (recent utility bill or equivalent)
- •3–4 company name options for reservation
- •Director email and phone contacts
- •Shareholding structure and director appointments
- •Beneficial ownership details (shareholders and controllers)
- •Registered address and principal place of business
Process
- •Name reservation: Submit multiple options to increase approval chances.
- •Collect documents: IDs, address proofs and contact details for directors.
- •File with CIPC: Complete application and pay official fees.
- •Receive CoR docs: Obtain company number and incorporation certificates.
- •Capture BO: Complete beneficial ownership reporting on CIPC.
Next Steps
After registration: BO reporting, SARS tax clearance, bank account, B‑BBEE
Beneficial Ownership
Required post‑registration
Tax Clearance
For tenders and onboarding
Bank Account
Use CoR and resolution
B‑BBEE Affidavit
For qualifying micro enterprises