What Are CIPC Annual Returns?

Quick answer: Every company must file an annual return with CIPC each year, within 30 business days after the anniversary of its registration date. Missing them can get your company deregistered.

What it is

An annual return confirms your company is still active and that its details are correct. It is not a tax return.

When it is due

Each year, within 30 business days after the anniversary of the date your company was registered.

What it costs

CIPC's fee depends on your company's turnover. Late filing adds penalties.

If you miss it

Your status can change to "deregistration process". Repeatedly missing returns can lead to final deregistration, which takes time and money to reverse.

Never miss one again

We file annual returns from R650.