South African Registrations

Company name reservation takes 1-2 business days with CIPC. Once your name is approved, the complete company registration typically takes 5-7 business days. With our Business Essentials package, you get priority processing in 3-5 business days. The timeline includes registering your company with CIPC, obtaining your tax number from SARS, and filing all required documentation.

Our Starter Pack starts at R985 and includes company name reservation, Pty Ltd registration with CIPC, and SARS company tax number. The Business Essentials package is R1,450 and includes everything in the Starter Pack plus share certificates, beneficial ownership filing, MOI, and priority processing. All prices are inclusive of CIPC fees with no hidden costs.

You need certified ID copies of all directors and incorporators (valid SA ID, passport, or asylum document), proof of residential address (not older than 3 months), and contact details. For companies with shareholders, you'll also need their ID copies. Foreign directors require a valid passport and proof of address from their country. We handle all CIPC forms (COR14.1, COR15.1A) and documentation for you.

Yes! You can complete the entire company registration process online from anywhere in South Africa. Simply fill out our secure online application form, upload your documents, and we handle all CIPC submissions electronically. You'll receive email updates at every step and can track your registration progress online. Your registration certificate (COR14.3) is delivered digitally.

No, foreign nationals can register companies in South Africa. However, at least one director must be a South African resident (someone living in SA for more than 6 months per year). Foreign directors can use a valid passport and proof of address from their home country. Non-residents can be shareholders without restrictions.

A Private Company (Pty Ltd) is for-profit and can distribute profits to shareholders. It requires 1+ directors and 1-50 shareholders. A Non-Profit Company (NPC) is for public benefit organizations and cannot distribute profits to members. It requires 3+ directors and has members instead of shareholders. NPCs can apply for tax exemption with SARS while Pty Ltd companies pay 27% corporate tax.

Yes, foreigners can register and own 100% of a South African company. The only requirement is that at least one director must be a South African resident (living in SA for 6+ months per year). This resident director can be appointed separately - you don't need to relocate to South Africa. Foreign shareholders have no restrictions and can own any percentage of the company.