CIPC

The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission is an agency of the Department of Trade and Industry in South Africa. The CIPC was established by the Companies Act, 2008 as a juristic person to function as an organ of state within the public administration, but as an institution outside the public service.

CIPC

How do I check if a company is registered with CIPC?

CIPC ENTITY SEARCH

The search option is referred to as BizProfile. Click here to be redirected to https://bizportal.gov.za. Please note that you now have to login before conducting any search. This is done in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information regulations.

How do I get a CIPC business certificate?

Visit the CIPC website www.cipc.co.za, and click on Download certificates. Select Forgot Password if you require your customer password to be resend to you. 8. The next screen will confirm that the certificate has been sent to the e-mail address on the customer profile.

How can I register for CIPC?

Visit the CIPC website www.cipc.co.za, and under Register your Business click on Register as a Customer.

How can I see if a company is registered?

To do this, you should visit the CIPC portal and perform the company name search. These details are issued at no cost. However, if you require complete disclosure of the details from CIPC, you will pay R30. The amount allows you to conduct a CIPC director search.