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How To Get A CK Number In South Africa

How To Get A CK Number In South Africa 

The Registrar General of Companies (RGC) issues South African Companies that have registered with the CPIC a unique six-digit identification code known as a CK number. Company Key number is shortened to CK number.

Where can I find a CK document?

The CK documents and the CoR documents would apply to CCs and Ptys, respectively. Your business’s / CC’s registration is attested to by these company registration documents, which are kept at CIPC’s headquarters. All of the registered Companies / CC’s are kept on file by CIPC in both electronic and physical form at its headquarters.

How do I obtain a CK number in South Africa?

On the websites of the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) and Bizportal.gov.za, you can register your business online website designed by the CIPC that provides services for company registration and related matters. Another option is to register your business with a bank, such as Nedbank or First National Bank.

Step 1: Online application submission

Fill out the online application after choosing your firm type above.

You’ll get a confirmation email with a payment reference number.

Please pay using the reference number to hasten the registration process.

Step 2: The Registrar will receive all registration paperwork.
The suggested company name(s) will be submitted to the Companies Commission for reservation.
It will be reserved to use the first available firm name.

The company application will be sent for registration with the approved name and any necessary supporting documentation.

Step 3: An email will be sent to with the firm registration certificate to you

We will email the COR14.3 certificate of company registration to you.
You will also receive an email and an SMS containing the company income tax number.
Each and every paperwork required for company registration will be downloadable (the links will be provided in our confirmation email)
With the COR14.3 registration certificate, a business bank account can be opened.
Applying for a Tax Clearance Certificate is possible (good standing or tender).

What paperwork do I need in order to register a business in South Africa?
3 months or less old proof of residence.
most recent three-month bank statement.
Identification documentation.
Directors’ identity documents.
SARS record with income tax number.

Can I operate a business in South Africa without registering?
You can start your business without first registering it.However, if your goal is expansion and your work ethic is strong, the proper foundations will position you for success in South Africa with your firm. Many new business owners start their operations and start trading before registering their companies.

What does a South African company registration number look like?

If a company is registered with a profit-making name, such as 12345/28/14, the name of the company may also serve as its registration number. If this is the case (if the Company’s name is also its registration number), “(South Africa)” must come right after the registration number.

How can you tell if a company in South Africa is legitimate?

To accomplish this, go to the CIPC portal and run a company name search. These specifics supplied without charge. However, you must pay R30 if you want CIPC to provide you with full disclosure of the information. The money enables you to look up CIPC directors.

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