BizPortal South Africa: Cost, Services & How It Works
BizPortal explained: what you can do on it, how to register a company step by step, and when to use CIPC eServices instead.
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Close Corporations in South Africa: Rules for 2026
Can you still run a CC in 2026? What CC owners must file, how CCs differ from Pty Ltds, and when converting makes sense.
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Read more CIPC Company Registration Cost in South Africa (2026)
CIPC fees, name reservation and the all-in cost to register a Pty Ltd in 2026 — plus what you'll pay after registration. Updated this month.
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Read more How Long Does CIPC Registration Take in 2026?
Typical CIPC turnaround times for name reservation and company registration in 2026, and what causes delays.
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Read more CIPC Disclosure Certificate: What It Is & How to Get One
Learn what a CIPC disclosure certificate shows, when banks and tenders request it, and how to obtain the correct company document.
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Read more VAT Return Due Dates in South Africa: 2026 Calendar
When your VAT201 is due for each VAT category, eFiling vs manual deadlines, and the penalties for filing late.
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Read more Private Security Payroll: The Bargaining Council, Shifts and Allowances
Manage security payroll with grade-based wages, shifts, allowances and provident-fund duties. Spot compliance gaps. Read before running your next payroll.
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Read more The Security Company Compliance Calendar
Track the registrations and filings that support security-company tax clearance and PSIRA renewal. Avoid missed deadlines. Read the compliance calendar.
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Read more The NPO Compliance Calendar: DSD, CIPC and SARS in One Place
Bring NPO filing dates and registrations into one calendar. Understand the separate DSD, CIPC and SARS duties. Read the guide to plan your compliance.
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Read more Restaurant Payroll: Sectoral Determination 14, Shifts and Tips
Understand restaurant payroll rules for wages, hours, casual staff, split shifts and tips. Check for gaps in your calculations. Read the payroll guide.
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Read more Casual Staff and UIF: Getting High-Turnover Payroll Right
Manage UIF for casual staff without missing registrations or departure paperwork. Learn what high-turnover employers need to do. Read the guide.
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Read more Payroll for a Medical Practice: Locums, Associates and Staff
Check how to classify locums, associates and staff for medical-practice payroll. Understand PAYE risks before paying them. Read the payroll guide.
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