The Requirement to Register a Section 21 Company in South Africa

Is a NPC a section 21 company?

Section 21 of the original Companies Act 61 of 1973 (followed by the new Companies Act of 2008) allows for a ‘not-for-profit company’ or ‘association incorporated not for gain’.

How much does it cost to register an NPO in South Africa?

How much does it cost. R175 – Memorandum of Incorporation (Subject to allowed reduction) for standard non-profit company (CoR 15.1C). R475 – Memorandum of Incorporation (Subject to allowed reduction) for customised non-profit company with members (CoR 15.1D) or without members (CoR 15.1E).

How do I register a faith based organization in South Africa?

Submit the completed NPO application form at your nearest provincial social development office together with two copies of the organisation’s founding documents:

1. Trust – Deeds of trust and letter of authorisation from the courts.
2. Section 21 – Certificate of incorporation and memorandum and articles of association.

How much does it cost to register NPC with CIPC?

A company registration is R125 for both private company and non-profit companies registered without members. A private company must have at least one (1) director and a non-profit company must have a minimum of three (3) directors.

How many people are needed for an NPO?

There has to be a minimum of 3 office bearers, with a maximum set by your constitution. When complete, click on next. Step 4: This section requires uploading the Founding Document (Constitution, Trust Deed or MOI) and Supporting Documents (ID Copies or any other documents relevant to the registration) in .