An LLC is a business entity that provides limited liability to its owners. Limited liability means that the owners are not personally liable for the debts and obligations of the company. Any kind of company can use this type of business structure, whether it’s a small home-based business or a large multinational corporation.
The LLC has two types of ownership, members and managers. Members are the individuals who own shares in the company and have voting rights. Managers are those who manage day-to-day operations and decide on behalf of the company.
How to register a limited liability company in South Africa?
A limited liability company is a type of company that has limited liability protection. This means that the members of the company are not liable for any losses or debts incurred by the company.
The following steps should be followed in order to register a limited liability company in South Africa:
1. Create your business name and submit it to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) for approval. The DTI will also approve your proposed trading name if you have selected one.
2. Select a registered address for your business and submit it to the DTI for approval.
3. Register your business with SARS.
4. Apply for a Tax Clearance Certificate from SARS.
5. Obtain an extract from the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) showing that you are free of any previous bankruptcy, winding up or insolvency proceedings.
6. Apply for an employer’s identification number (EIN) at SARS if you are required to do so.
7. Provide proof of personal identities such as a birth certificate, passport, ID card or driver’s licence; and
8. Provide proof of your South African residential address by sending copies of documents that show you live in the country.
There are other methods for registering with SARS that may work depending on what type of company you want to form and the specific requirements for each business entity type in South Africa.
