If your company was deregistered by the CIPC, it can be restored. We handle the complete reinstatement process end-to-end so you regain legal standing and protect your assets.

Why Companies Are Deregistered

• Most commonly: failure to file annual returns for two consecutive years.
• CIPC presumes inactivity and removes the entity from the active register.

Immediate Consequences of Deregistration

• The company ceases to exist as a legal entity and cannot trade or contract.
• Bank accounts & property may be treated as forfeited to the State.

Requirements for Restoration

• Reinstatement application (incl. COR40.5) with supporting evidence.
• Submission of all outstanding annual returns and payment of penalties/fees.
• Current company records (directors/shareholders) aligned with CIPC data.

What Evidence Typically Helps

• Proof the business was active at the time of deregistration (e.g., invoices, bank statements).
• Company documents (founding docs, resolutions, latest CIPC status printout).
• KYC pack (certified IDs of directors, proof of address, contact details).

How South African Registrations Assists You

• Expert assessment: we review status and map the quickest route to compliance.
• Compliance clean-up: we calculate, prepare and file outstanding returns and settle penalties.
• Application management: we compile and submit the full restoration pack and manage CIPC queries.