CIPC

The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) is the South African government agency responsible for registering companies, close corporations and intellectual property rights.

Last updated 7 October 2026

CIPC annual returns and beneficial ownership filing in South Africa: deadlines, fees, penalties and how to file

What every South African company must file with CIPC: the annual return deadline, the fee table by turnover, beneficial ownership declarations, how to file on e-Services, how to register a change, and what happens if you do not.