CIPC Annual Return Fee Calculator
Every company and close corporation must file an annual return with CIPC. Work out the filing fee based on your turnover and entity type.
Standard on-time filing fees. Late filing attracts additional penalties. Always confirm the current fee schedule on the CIPC website before paying.
CIPC annual return fees
An annual return confirms your company still exists and keeps its details up to date — it's separate from your SARS tax return. It's due each year within 30 business days after the anniversary of your registration. Miss it repeatedly and CIPC can deregister your company.
Companies
| Annual turnover | Fee |
|---|---|
| Less than R1 million | R100 |
| R1m – less than R10m | R450 |
| R10m – less than R25m | R2,000 |
| R25m or more | R3,000 |
Close corporations (CCs)
| Annual turnover | Fee |
|---|---|
| Less than R50 million | R100 |
| R50 million or more | R4,000 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the CIPC annual return the same as a tax return?
No. The annual return is filed with CIPC to keep your company registered; your tax return (ITR14) is filed separately with SARS.
What happens if I don't file?
CIPC charges penalties and can eventually deregister the company, which means it legally ceases to exist and its bank accounts can be frozen.
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