The Requirement to Register My Business in South Africa

Can I Register My Business in South Africa?

You can use the CIPC website to register your company online. Once you’ve registered as a CIPC customer, you now have access to their transactional portal. Register your business through the Companies – New Companies tab.

How do I register my company in South Africa?

You can register your company online on the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) website, or on the Bizportal.gov.za website, a platform created by the CIPC that offers company registration and related services. You can also register your company via a bank, including Nedbank and First National Bank.

Can I register my business with SARS online?

Once a taxpayer registered with CIPC, SARS will automatically generate an Income Tax reference number. Taxpayer must then register on eFiling to transact electronically. See Registering on eFiling and services available online.