How It Works

Step 1: Choose Your Registration Plan

• Starter PlanIdeal for entrepreneurs who are on a budget. Includes all the basics.
• Mover PlanIncludes everything in the Starter Plan plus a few more benefits.
• Shaker PlanThe full package with the most benefits. Perfect for the entrepreneur who wants it all.

Step 2: Gather Required Documentation

• Power of Attorney - This document authorizes us to act on your behalf for company registration and obtaining necessary accounts.
• Certified Personal ID - Each director must provide a certified copy of their ID. South African directors should include both sides of their smart ID card.
• Proof of Address - Each director must provide a recent proof of address (e.g., utility bill), not older than 3 months.
• Shareholder Information - We require details for each shareholder, including: Full names, Addresses, Contact information and Percentage of shares owned

Step 3: Submit Your Application

• Conducting a name reservation to ensure your desired company name is available (provide 4 names).
• Completing the online registration forms on the CIPC platform.
• Uploading all required documents as specified by CIPC.
• You will receive SMSes/Emails from CIPC asking you to confirm certain information.

Step 4: Bank Account Setup

• Your company registration documents.
• Proof of business address.
• Personal identification documents for all directors.
• We use Capitec Bank to create your business banking account because they offer great service with low fees.

Step 5: Business Phone Number

• We set up a dedicated line for your business communications.
• You receive R20 free credit to test the system.
• You can set up additional extensions for people in your company
• You can make internal calls to individuals in your company
• You can setup a personalised welcome message and menu. E.g. Press 1 for sales, 2 for Accounts and so on.
• Fees are reasonable and affordable. You can download more information about this service.

Step 6: Logo and Business Cards

• Custom Logo - We design a custom logo for your company in your company colours and send you the files.
• Business Card Design - we design your business cards for you and provide you with a PDF document.
• Depending on the plan you choose you will also receive some printed business cards.
• Using the PDF document we send you, you can get your business cards printed anytime by a printer or printing service.

Step 7: Company Email

• Depending on the plan you select, you will have one or more company email addresses
• You can access and use your company email from anywhere on any device
• You can forward your email to another address if you prefer
• There is a small annual fee for your domain name
• There is a small monthly fee for your email address(es)

Step 8: Company Website

• Depending on the plan you select, you will have a website with one or more pages
• If you selected the Starter plan, the webpage is included (no additional monthly fee).
• If you select the Mover or Shaker Plan you will pay a monthly fee for web hosting.
• The Shaker Plan includes the ability to accept online payments from your customers.
• You will have access to your website Control Panel (you can manage it yourself).
• We use WordPress for all websites and customise it for your business (no off-the-shelf templates).

Step 9: Final Confirmation

• You should have all of your company registration documents.
• You should have your company phone number and management details
• You should have your email addresses and access details. (Check they are working)
• You should have a company web page or website (for websites, check your access information).
• You will receive your Business Card template in PDF format.
• You will receive your company logo in JPG, PNG and PDF format.

Step 10: Start Doing Business!