How to Register a New Company in South Africa
Complete step-by-step guide to registering your business with CIPC.
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Compliance Services & Resources
Navigate through our comprehensive compliance guides and regulatory resources
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How to Reserve a Company Name
Learn the process of reserving your company name with CIPC.
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Company Types and Structures in South Africa
Comprehensive overview of different company types available in South Africa.
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Annual Returns Filing: What You Need to Know
Complete guide to annual returns filing with deadlines and requirements.
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How to Update Company Details (Address, Directors, Shareholders)
Step-by-step guide to updating company information with CIPC.
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Filing Shareholder and Director Changes
Comprehensive guide to filing shareholder and director changes with CIPC.
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How to File a Company Name Change
Complete process for changing your company name with CIPC.
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Registering a Business Trademark or Patent
Guide to protecting your intellectual property through trademark and patent registration.
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Deregistration and Voluntary Closure of a Company
Complete guide to deregistering or voluntarily closing your company with CIPC.
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How to Obtain a Company Registration Certificate
Step-by-step process for obtaining your company registration certificate from CIPC.
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Understanding the Company Registration Number
Complete guide to understanding your company registration number and its importance.
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Company Status Checks and Verification
How to check and verify your company status with CIPC.
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Role of CIPC in Business Compliance
Understanding the role of CIPC in business compliance and regulatory requirements.
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Timeline for CIPC Processing of Applications
Understanding CIPC processing timelines for various applications.
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Penalties for Late Filing of Annual Returns
Complete guide to penalties for late filing of annual returns.
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How to Register a Co-operative
Step-by-step guide to registering a co-operative with CIPC.
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Intellectual Property Rights Registration with CIPC
Complete guide to registering intellectual property rights with CIPC.
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How to Restore a Deregistered Company
Complete process for restoring a deregistered company with CIPC.
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Using CIPC Online Platforms and Portals
Complete guide to using CIPC online platforms and portals.
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CIPC Compliance Checklist for Businesses
Comprehensive compliance checklist for businesses dealing with CIPC.
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Beneficial Ownership Declaration
Complete guide to beneficial ownership declaration requirements.
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CIPC Now Publicly Flags POPIA and PAIA Non-Compliance
CIPC has raised the bar on compliance by linking POPIA and PAIA directly to a company's public record.
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Enhancements to EME B-BBEE Affidavit Process
Learn about CIPC's enhancements to the B-BBEE affidavit process for Emerging Micro Enterprises (EMEs).
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CIPC Reinstatement Delays and Updates
Learn about CIPC reinstatement delays in 2025 and what businesses need to know about company reinstatements.
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IFRS 2025 Taxonomy Draft Gap Analysis
Learn about CIPC's IFRS 2025 Taxonomy Draft Gap Analysis and how South African businesses can prepare for evolving financial reporting standards.
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CIPC Extended Call Centre Hours
Learn about CIPC's extended call centre and service hours in 2025 and how South African businesses can benefit from improved support services.
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SARS Trade and Customs Updates: What Importers and Exporters Need to Know
The South African Revenue Service has released important updates that affect businesses engaged in cross-border trade, focusing on prohibited and restricted goods lists and weekly unentered goods publications.
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Filing Season 2025: What Taxpayers Need to Know
The South African Revenue Service has officially opened the 2025 filing season, and with it comes important changes that taxpayers need to be aware of, including expanded auto-assessments.
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Lessons from a R39.6 Million Mining Tax Case
A recent Supreme Court of Appeal judgment has drawn attention to the importance of compliance in South Africa's tax landscape, with costly lessons for businesses using contractors.
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SARS Clarifies Tax Rules for Social Media Influencers
The South African Revenue Service has set its sights on the fast-growing influencer economy, clarifying that all forms of influencer income must be declared for tax purposes.
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Registering for a Tax Reference Number
Complete guide to obtaining your tax reference number from SARS.
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Understanding Different Types of Taxes
Comprehensive overview of all major tax types in South Africa.
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How to Register for VAT
Step-by-step guide to VAT registration with SARS.
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Filing Income Tax Returns for Individuals and Companies
Complete guide to filing income tax returns with SARS.
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SARS eFiling Portal: Step-by-Step Guide
Comprehensive guide to using the SARS eFiling portal.
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Deadlines for Tax Returns and Payments
Complete calendar of SARS deadlines for various tax returns and payments.
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How to Register as an Employer for PAYE
Step-by-step guide to registering as an employer for PAYE with SARS.
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Submitting EMP201 and EMP501 Returns
Complete guide to submitting EMP201 and EMP501 returns to SARS.
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Understanding Provisional Tax and How to Calculate It
Comprehensive guide to provisional tax and calculation methods.
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Tax Clearance Certificates: What They Are and How to Apply
Complete guide to tax clearance certificates and application process.
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How to Handle SARS Audits and Queries
Comprehensive guide to handling SARS audits and queries.
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SARS Penalties and Interest Explained
Complete guide to SARS penalties and interest charges.
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How to Register for Customs and Excise
Step-by-step guide to registering for customs and excise with SARS.
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Tax Incentives and Rebates for Businesses
Comprehensive guide to available tax incentives and rebates for businesses.
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Tax Compliance Certificates and their Importance
Complete guide to tax compliance certificates and their importance for businesses.
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Understanding the Tendering Process in South Africa
Comprehensive guide to the tendering process in South Africa.
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Types of Tenders (Open, Closed, Request for Proposals)
Comprehensive guide to different types of tenders in South Africa.
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How to Register as a Supplier on Tender Portals
Step-by-step guide to registering as a supplier on tender portals in South Africa.
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Preparing a Tender Document: Step-by-Step
Comprehensive step-by-step guide to preparing tender documents in South Africa.
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Key Documents Required for Tender Submissions
Essential documents required for tender submissions in South Africa.
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How to Price Your Tender Competitively
Comprehensive guide to competitive pricing strategies for tenders in South Africa.
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Preparing a Business Plan for Tender Applications
Comprehensive guide to preparing business plans for tender applications in South Africa.
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How to Obtain and Submit Tax Clearance Certificates for Tenders
Comprehensive guide to obtaining and submitting tax clearance certificates for tenders.
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BBBEE Scorecard Requirements for Tenders
Comprehensive guide to BBBEE scorecard requirements for tenders in South Africa.
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How to Write a Winning Cover Letter for a Tender
Comprehensive guide to writing winning cover letters for tender applications in South Africa.
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Tender Submission Deadlines and Time Management
Comprehensive guide to managing tender submission deadlines and time management strategies.
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Common Reasons for Tender Rejection and How to Avoid Them
Comprehensive guide to the most common reasons for tender rejection in South Africa.
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Understanding the Evaluation Criteria
Comprehensive guide to understanding how tender evaluation criteria work in South Africa.
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Compliance Requirements for Tender Applications
Complete guide to compliance requirements for tender applications in South Africa.
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How to Identify Scam Tender Alerts and Protect Your Business
Complete guide to identifying and avoiding scam tender alerts in South Africa. Learn the warning signs and protect your business from fraud.