HD Accountants

Accountants and tax consultants

021 785 3306

To register your business in South Africa, you will need to complete the following steps:

Choose a unique business name: Conduct a name search to ensure that the name you have chosen for your business is unique and not already in use by another company.
Register with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC): Submit the required documentation, including your company's Memorandum of Incorporation and any other forms, to the CIPC to register your business.
Obtain a tax number: Apply for a tax number from the South African Revenue Service (SARS) to register for taxes such as Value Added Tax (VAT) and income tax.
Register for other relevant licenses and permits: Depending on the nature of your business, you may need to register for additional licenses and permits from local and national authorities. Examples can be liquor, food, or trade licenses.
Keep records: Keep records of all registration documents, licenses, and permits for your business, as you may be required to produce them for inspections or audits.

The registration process can take several weeks to complete and may require additional documentation and fees.

Once you have registered your business you also need to register for the following