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Quick answer: It is the unique number CIPC gives your company, in the format year/number/type, for example 2024/123456/07. The 07 at the end means a private company (Pty) Ltd.
How to read it
- First part: the year the company was registered
- Middle part: the company's unique number
- Last part: the company type. 07 is a private company (Pty) Ltd
Where you will need it
- Opening a business bank account
- Invoices, quotes and contracts
- Tax registration with SARS
- Supplier and tender applications
- Your website footer, which builds trust
Where to find it
It is on your registration certificate and on CIPC's records for your company.
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