CIPC Annual Returns

Corporate Secretarial & Compliance

Every registered company and close corporation in South Africa is legally required to file Annual Returns with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) within a specific period after the company’s anniversary date. Annual Returns confirm to CIPC that your company is still active and trading , failure to file results in deregistration, which can have serious consequences for your business, contracts, and bank accounts.

At Cornerstone Advisory, we track your company’s annual return due date, calculate the applicable filing fee, and submit your returns to CIPC accurately and on time , every year. We also assist clients with outstanding and overdue annual returns to bring their compliance up to date and prevent deregistration.

"Annual returns are one of the most overlooked compliance obligations  and one of the easiest for us to handle on your behalf."

Never Miss a Deadline Again

We maintain a compliance calendar for every client and alert you well in advance of your annual return due date. Our service includes the full filing , fee calculation, document preparation, CIPC eFiling submission, and delivery of your compliance confirmation. No chasing, no worrying, no risk of deregistration.

Annual Return Due Date Tracking

Filing Fee Calculation

CIPC eFiling Submission

Compliance Status Verification

Overdue & Arrear Returns

Deregistration Prevention

Annual Compliance Reminder Service

Confirmation of Filing Receipt

Our Process

We focus on making business processes simple, clear, and stress-free.

Due Date Check

We verify your company's anniversary date and calculate exactly when your annual return must be filed to avoid penalties.

Fee Calculation

Annual return fees are based on your company's turnover. We calculate the correct fee and provide a clear breakdown before filing.

CIPC Submission

We file your annual return through the CIPC eFiling system and handle any queries or issues that arise during the process.

Confirmation & Reminder

We send you confirmation of the filing and set a reminder for the following year , so you're never caught off guard again.

Ready to get started?

Keep your company in good standing , we’ll never let you miss a deadline.

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231 Pine Avenue, Ferndale, Randburg 2194

Call Us

078 331 2163 / 078 746 8768
info@cornerstoneadvisors.co.za
cornerstoneadvisory01@gmail.com

Business Hours

Mon – Sat: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Sun & Holidays: Closed

Frequently Asked Questions

When are CIPC annual returns due?

Annual returns are due within 30 business days after your company’s anniversary date (the date it was first registered with CIPC). The due date is different for every company and is calculated from the original registration date , not the calendar year end.

What happens if I don't file annual returns?

If annual returns are not filed for two or more consecutive years, CIPC will deregister your company. Deregistration means your company legally ceases to exist , contracts become invalid, bank accounts may be frozen, and you may no longer legally trade under that name. Reinstatement is possible but requires additional time and cost.

How is the annual return fee calculated?

The CIPC annual return fee is based on your company’s turnover as declared in the previous financial year. Fees are tiered , companies with turnover under R1 million pay a lower fee than those with higher turnover. We calculate the correct fee for your company and include it clearly in our service.

Can you file overdue annual returns from previous years?

Yes. We regularly assist clients with multiple years of outstanding annual returns. We calculate the applicable fees for each year, file all outstanding returns, and restore your company to good standing with CIPC. The sooner this is addressed, the less risk of deregistration.