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CIPC Company Registration Fees (2026)

Complete guide to CIPC company registration fees in South Africa for 2026. Learn current fees by company type, payment methods, additional costs, fee breakdown, and how to calculate total registration costs.

Business Law Expert
April 24, 2026
12 min read
CIPC Company Registration Fees (2026)

CIPC Company Registration Fees (2026)

Understanding CIPC company registration fees helps you budget for company registration and know what to expect. Fees vary by company type, registration method, and additional services. This comprehensive 2026 guide covers all CIPC company registration fees in South Africa.

Registration Fees by Company Type

Private Company (Pty Ltd)

Standard Registration:

  • Online Registration: R175-R250
  • Manual Registration: R400-R500
  • Fast-Track: R500-R750 (additional fee)
  • Most common company type

Fee Breakdown:

  • Base registration fee: R175-R250
  • Processing fee: Included
  • Certificate fee: Included

Public Company (Ltd)

Public Company Fees:

  • Online Registration: R475-R600
  • Manual Registration: R800-R1,000
  • Fast-Track: R1,200-R1,500 (additional fee)
  • Higher fees than private companies

Fee Breakdown:

  • Base registration fee: R475-R600
  • Additional regulatory fees
  • Processing included

Personal Liability Company (Inc)

Inc Company Fees:

  • Online Registration: R475-R600
  • Manual Registration: R800-R1,000
  • Similar to public company fees
  • Less common company type

Non-Profit Company (NPC)

NPC Registration Fees:

  • Online Registration: R175-R250
  • Manual Registration: R400-R500
  • Same as private company
  • For non-profit organizations

Additional Fees

Name Reservation

Name Reservation Fee:

  • Standard Reservation: R50-R75
  • Express Reservation: R100-R150 (if available)
  • Required before registration
  • Valid for 6 months

Fast-Track Processing

Fast-Track Fees:

  • Private Company: R500-R750 additional
  • Public Company: R1,200-R1,500 additional
  • Faster processing (24-48 hours)
  • Optional service

Other Services

Additional CIPC Services:

  • Name Change: R250-R350
  • MOI Amendment: R250-R350
  • Director Changes: R100-R150
  • Shareholder Changes: R100-R150
  • Annual Return Filing: R100-R200

Total Registration Costs

Cost Breakdown

Private Company (Standard):

  • Name reservation: R50-R75
  • Registration fee: R175-R250
  • Total: R225-R325

Private Company (Fast-Track):

  • Name reservation: R50-R75
  • Registration fee: R175-R250
  • Fast-track fee: R500-R750
  • Total: R725-R1,075

Public Company (Standard):

  • Name reservation: R50-R75
  • Registration fee: R475-R600
  • Total: R525-R675

Payment Methods

Accepted Payment Methods

Online Payment:

  • Credit cards (Visa, Mastercard)
  • Debit cards
  • EFT (electronic funds transfer)
  • Online banking
  • Most convenient method

Manual Payment:

  • Bank deposit
  • Cash (at CIPC offices)
  • Cheque (if accepted)
  • Less convenient

Fee Factors

What Affects Fees

Factors:

  • Company type (private vs public)
  • Registration method (online vs manual)
  • Fast-track option (if chosen)
  • Additional services required
  • Payment method

Cost-Saving Tips:

  • Use online registration (lower fees)
  • Avoid fast-track unless urgent
  • Reserve name early
  • Complete application correctly first time

Budgeting for Registration

Total Cost Planning

Minimum Cost (Private Company):

  • Name reservation: R50-R75
  • Online registration: R175-R250
  • Total: R225-R325

Average Cost (Private Company):

  • Name reservation: R50-R75
  • Online registration: R175-R250
  • Professional services (optional): R500-R2,000
  • Total: R725-R2,325

Maximum Cost (Public Company, Fast-Track):

  • Name reservation: R50-R75
  • Registration: R475-R600
  • Fast-track: R1,200-R1,500
  • Professional services: R2,000-R5,000
  • Total: R3,725-R7,175

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to register a company with CIPC?

Private company registration costs R175-R250 online (plus R50-R75 name reservation), totaling R225-R325. Public companies cost R475-R600 online (plus name reservation), totaling R525-R675.

Are there additional fees besides registration?

Yes, additional fees include: name reservation (R50-R75), fast-track processing (R500-R1,500), name changes (R250-R350), MOI amendments (R250-R350), and annual returns (R100-R200).

Can I pay registration fees online?

Yes, CIPC accepts online payment via credit/debit cards, EFT, and online banking. Online payment is the most convenient method.

What is the cheapest way to register a company?

The cheapest way is online registration of a private company: R50-R75 for name reservation plus R175-R250 for registration, totaling R225-R325.

Do fees vary by company type?

Yes, fees vary significantly: private companies (R175-R250), public companies (R475-R600), and personal liability companies (R475-R600). Online registration is cheaper than manual registration.

Conclusion

CIPC company registration fees in 2026 range from R225-R325 for standard private company registration (including name reservation), to R525-R675 for public companies. Additional fees apply for fast-track processing, name changes, and other services. Use online registration for lower fees, reserve name early, and budget for total costs including optional professional services. Understanding fees helps you budget accurately for company registration in South Africa.

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