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Register a private company (Pty) Ltd, file CIPC annual returns, and handle beneficial ownership and director changes.

How to Register a Private Company (Pty) Ltd at CIPC

Register a South African private company (Pty) Ltd at CIPC. What you need, what it costs, and how long it takes.

Reviewed: 01 Jul 2026Updated: 01 Jul 2026
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