We assist in company registration at the cost of R599.
Step: You can choose to reserve a company name before registration. If not reserved, the company will be registered with its registration number as the name.
Step: Register as a Private, Non-Profit, or Public Company. Most small businesses choose Private Company.
You will receive a Certificate of Incorporation, Notice of Incorporation, and Memorandum of Incorporation.
In South Africa, registering is overseen by the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). Below are the steps required for company registration:
Step: You can choose to reserve a company name before the registration process, though it is optional. If you don’t reserve a name, the company will be registered with its registration number as the name.
How: Submit a name reservation application through the CIPC website or CIPC self-service terminals.
Cost: R50 per name reservation application.
Processing Time: Approximately 1-3 working days.
Outcome: You will receive a name reservation confirmation or rejection.
Step: Company Registration in different types of companies, such as a Private Company (Pty Ltd), Non-Profit Company (NPC), or Public Company (Ltd). The most common choice for small businesses is a Private Company.
How: Visit the CIPC online platform or coslife.co.za. Log in or register as a customer on the CIPC eServices portal. Choose “Company Registration” and select your preferred type of company.
Cost: The fee for registering a Private Company (Pty Ltd) is R175.
Processing Time: 3-5 working days.
Step: Upload the required documents on the CIPC platform.
Documents: Certified copies of all directors’ ID documents, Power of Attorney (if applicable). Documents must be certified within 3 months of the application.
Outcome: You will receive your company registration number and official documents via email.
Step: SARS automatically issues the company an income tax reference number upon registration. To register for other taxes, use the SARS eFiling platform.
Step: Open a separate bank account with the required documents, such as company registration documents and proof of address.
Depending on your business, you may need to register for COIDA, UIF, or obtain B-BBEE certification.
By following these steps, you can successfully register your company and ensure compliance with South African laws.
Start and register your business with ease – fast, legal, and fully supported.
At Coslife M Trading, we help entrepreneurs legally establish their companies in South Africa. Our services are fast, reliable, and affordable, ensuring you’re ready to grow your business with confidence and compliance.
This service is perfect for freelancers, entrepreneurs, startups, and small businesses wanting to operate legally and grow confidently in South Africa.