Pty and CC Business Deregistration

Turnaround
2 days (express), 2-3 months (standard)

Requirements
• Tax Compliance: The business must be fully compliant and paid up with SARS.
• No Assets/Liabilities: The business must have ceased trading and have a nil-balance balance sheet.

Process
1. Compliance Check: We ensure the entity has no outstanding assets or liabilities.2. Tax Clearance: We apply for a Deregistration Tax Clearance Certificate from SARS.3. CIPC Application: Once tax clearance is obtained, we submit the final deregistration application (COR40.5) to the CIPC.4. Confirmation: The CIPC removes the business from the active register.

FAQ
How do I legally close down a Close Corporation (CC)?
To legally close a CC or Pty, you must formally deregister it. This involves getting tax clearance from SARS first, then applying to the CIPC. Our service manages both these critical steps to ensure your business is closed down correctly.

What happens if I just abandon my company without deregistering?
Abandoning a company can leave directors or members liable for outstanding fees and penalties. Formal deregistration is the only way to legally terminate the entity and its obligations.

A complete legal service to close your Pty or CC, including SARS tax clearance and final CIPC filing. Includes:
✅ Application for Deregistration Tax Clearance from SARS.
✅ Submission of final deregistration forms to CIPC.