Starting and maintaining a business in South Africa involves navigating a complex landscape of regulatory requirements. At Evertrust Financial Solutions, we streamline the process with expert guidance and comprehensive support, ensuring your business is registered efficiently and remains compliant with all legal obligations. Our services are designed to save you time, reduce stress, and position your business for success from day one.

Fast and Reliable CIPC Registration

Registering your business with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) is a critical first step. We make it seamless with:

Business Entity Registration: Assisting with the registration of various business structures, including Private Companies (Pty Ltd), Non-Profit Companies (NPC), and Close Corporations (CC).

Name Reservation: Guiding you through the process of reserving a unique business name that complies with CIPC guidelines.

Memorandum of Incorporation (MOI): Drafting and filing a customized MOI tailored to your business’s structure and objectives.

Fast-Track Processing: Leveraging our expertise to ensure quick and accurate submission of all required documents to the CIPC.

Our streamlined approach ensures your business is registered efficiently, allowing you to start operations without delays.

SARS Registration Assistance

Proper registration with the South African Revenue Service (SARS) is essential for tax compliance. Our services include:

VAT Registration: Assisting with VAT registration for businesses meeting the mandatory or voluntary registration thresholds.

PAYE Registration: Setting up Pay-As-You-Earn (PAYE) accounts for businesses with employees, ensuring compliance with payroll tax obligations.

Corporate Income Tax Registration: Registering your business for corporate tax and ensuring accurate setup for provisional and annual tax submissions.

Tax Clearance Certificates: Facilitating the application for Tax Clearance Certificates (TCC) to support tenders, contracts, or other business needs.

We handle all aspects of SARS registration to ensure your business is fully compliant with tax regulations from the outset.

Ongoing Compliance Support

Maintaining compliance with CIPC and SARS requirements is critical to keeping your business in good standing. Our ongoing support includes:

Annual CIPC Returns: Preparing and submitting annual returns to the CIPC to maintain your company’s active status.

SARS Compliance: Ensuring timely submission of EMP201, EMP501, and other tax-related filings to avoid penalties.

Company Secretarial Services: Managing updates to company details, such as director changes, share allotments, or address updates, with the CIPC.

Record-Keeping: Maintaining accurate and organized records to support audits and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Our proactive support ensures your business meets all annual obligations efficiently and without hassle.

Guidance on Governance and Regulatory Obligations

Navigating South Africa’s governance and regulatory landscape can be challenging. We provide expert guidance to keep your business compliant, including:

Corporate Governance: Advising on best practices for board structures, shareholder agreements, and compliance with the Companies Act.

Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring adherence to industry-specific regulations, such as the Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services (FAIS) Act or the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

B-BBEE Compliance: Assisting with Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) requirements, including scorecard preparation and verification support.

Policy Development: Helping you establish internal policies and procedures to align with legal and regulatory standards.

Our guidance ensures your business operates within the law while fostering trust and credibility with stakeholders.

Tailored Support for Businesses of All Sizes

Whether you’re a startup, small business, or established enterprise, our services are customized to meet your needs:

Startup Support: Guiding new entrepreneurs through the entire registration process, from entity selection to tax setup.

SME Solutions: Providing scalable compliance and governance support for growing small and medium enterprises.

Corporate Services: Offering comprehensive solutions for larger businesses, including complex governance structures and multi-entity registrations.

Ongoing Advisory: Providing continuous support to adapt to regulatory changes and business growth.

Our flexible approach ensures that our services align with your business’s unique requirements and goals.

Expertise in South African Regulations: Our team has in-depth knowledge of CIPC, SARS, and other regulatory requirements.

Time-Saving Solutions: We handle the complexities of registration and compliance, freeing you to focus on your business.

Comprehensive Support: From initial setup to ongoing compliance, we provide end-to-end solutions for your business needs.

Proactive Approach: We stay ahead of regulatory changes to keep your business compliant and in good standing.