CIPC eServices System : Companies & Intellectual Property Commission

Organization : Companies and Intellectual Property Commission
Facility : CIPC eServices System
Location : Cape Town
Website : https://eservices.cipc.co.za/

What is CIPC eServices System?

Welcome to the CIPC eServices system. To transact on this system you must have a valid CIPC customer code. Please note that currently you can only register private and non-profit companies with standard memorandum of incorporation, all other company types must be filed manually.

Related / Similar Service : e-Government Portal Online Registration

How To Register Into CIPC eServices System?

** Click on “CUSTOMER REGISTRATION”

** Indicate whether you are South African or not

** Type in ID or passport number
** Fill in all required fields on the registration form
** Set new password
** Login using customer code and password
** Security code and password are case sensitive

How To Reset CIPC eServices System Password?

** Click on “PASSWORD RESET”
** Type in customer code
** OTP is sent to cellphone number
** Once OTP confirmed, set new password

If you experience challenges with login in to the CIPC system or your cell phone number and email address are incorrect, follow the following process:

1. Please click here
2. Click on Password reset.
3. Complete the required fields, and attach certified ID copy (not older than three months).

If you have more than one customer code, with balances in both accounts
In order to ensure that you only have a single active customer code, the following process must be followed to transfer funds to a single active customer code:

1. Log a ticket via the query system here.
2. Sign-in with your customer code and password;
3. Select Department as Finance and Category as Refunds;

4. Provide a brief narrative of the issue, and provide the following information and documents to the ticket for the transfer of funds to the single preferred active customer code:

1. Preferred customer code;
2. Customer name and surname; and
3. Proof of deposits made into the code that you want to make dormant;

4. Letter on a letterhead requesting the refund and confirming into which code it must be transferred; and
5. Certified identity copy of the owner of the code.

Once e-mail confirmation is received that the funds have been transferred, a ticket for password reset must be lodged on https://www.cipc.co.za/ and the following information must be attached
1. Certified identity copy of the owner of the customer codes (certification not older than three months)

Company customer code :
If the Company Secretary/staff member who dealt with CIPC resigned and new Company Secretary/staff member to represent the company is appointed, the following are required:

** Certified ID Copy of new Company Secretary/client dealing with CIPC on behalf of company (Certification not older than three months)
** Certified ID Copy or Resignation Letter of Previous Company Secretary

** Affidavit by CEO/Director/Manager of company confirming resignation of previous customer code holder, indicating that customer code belongs to company , and not to individual

** Certified ID copy (Certification not older than three months) of CEO/Director/Manager who signed the affidavit

Services Offered

1. Company Registration
** private and non-profit company registration
2. Director Amendments
** amend company directors

3. Annual Returns
** file company and close corporation annual returns
4. Name Reservations
** reserve a name for company registration

5. Member Amendments
** amend close corporation members
6. Auditor Changes
** appoint / resign auditors

7. Name Changes
** change company name
8. Financial Year End Changes
** change financial year for for companies and close corporations

9. Address Changes
** change company and close corporation addresses
10. Name Search
** search registered and reserved names

11. Enterprise Enquiry
** enterprise details
12. Name Extension
** extend reserved name expiry date

13. Transaction Status
** track transaction status
14. Balance Enquiry
** customer code statement

15. Name Transfer
** transfer reserved name to another customer code

16. Certificates
** disclosures
** B-BBEE certificates
** MOI (incorporation) documents
** approved names

17. Domain Registration
** register a domain name for your company

18. Update Contact Details
** update director or member contact details for companies and close corporations COMING SOON!

Features of CIPC eServices System

The CIPC eServices System is an online platform provided by the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) of South Africa for the registration and management of companies, intellectual property, and other related services. Some of the key features of the CIPC eServices System include:

Company registration:
The platform allows for the online registration of new companies, including the registration of a company name, director details, and other relevant information.

Annual returns:
The platform provides for the submission of annual returns for companies registered with the CIPC.

Intellectual property registration:
The platform allows for the online registration of trademarks, patents, and designs, as well as the submission of related documents and fees.

Additional Simplified Procedure

The CIPC eServices System is a web-based platform that allows you to access and transact with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) online.

You can use the system to do things like:
** Register a new company
** File annual returns
** Change your company’s name or directors
** Wind up your company

To use the CIPC eServices System, you will need to create a customer account. You can do this by visiting the CIPC website and clicking on the “Customer Registration” link. You will need to provide your ID number or passport number, your email address, and your cell phone number.

You will also need to set a password. Once you have created a customer account, you can log in to the system and start transacting. The system is user-friendly and easy to navigate. There are also help videos available if you need assistance.

Here are the steps on how to use the CIPC eServices System:
1. Go to the CIPC website and click on the “eServices” link.
2. Click on the “Login” link.
3. Enter your customer code and password.
4. Click on the “Log in” button.
5. Select the service you want to use.
6. Follow the instructions on the screen.

Here are some tips for using the CIPC eServices System:
** Make sure you have a valid email address and cell phone number. You will need these to create a customer account and to receive notifications from the system.
** Keep your password safe. Do not share it with anyone.
** Make sure you are using a supported browser. The CIPC eServices System is compatible with the latest versions of Chrome, Firefox, and Internet Explorer.
** If you have any problems, you can contact the CIPC helpdesk. The helpdesk is available Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm.