Get your BBBEE Affidavit in less than 1hour for only R100
Get your BBBEE Affidavit for as low as R100
What is a B-BBEE Affidavit and Do You Need One?
A B-BBEE (Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment) affidavit is a sworn statement that confirms your business's turnover category and the percentage of black ownership. For small businesses it replaces an expensive verification certificate. Government departments, municipalities and many large companies ask for it before awarding a tender, quotation or supplier contract.
Accountants On Point prepares your affidavit and arranges the commissioning, and it is usually ready in under an hour once we have your details.
⚠️ Why Tenders and Suppliers Ask for It
A B-BBEE affidavit isn't required to run a business, but without a valid one you can be disqualified from tenders, lose preference points, or be unable to complete a supplier profile. Procurement officers check that your document is current on the day bids close.
Exempted Micro Enterprises (EMEs) with turnover of R10 million or less, and Qualifying Small Enterprises (QSEs) that are at least 51% black-owned, can use a sworn affidavit instead of a costly verification certificate.
Affidavit or Certificate? What You Need
Your annual turnover and black ownership decide which document you need and what B-BBEE level you get.
| Your business | What you need | Your B-BBEE level |
|---|---|---|
| EME Turnover R10 million or less | Sworn affidavit (or a CIPC B-BBEE certificate) | Level 4 automatically. Level 2 if at least 51% black-owned. Level 1 if 100% black-owned. |
| QSE, at least 51% black-owned Turnover R10 million to R50 million | Sworn affidavit | Level 2 if at least 51% black-owned. Level 1 if 100% black-owned. |
| QSE, under 51% black-owned Turnover R10 million to R50 million | Verification by a SANAS-accredited agency. An affidavit isn't enough. | Based on the QSE scorecard |
| Large enterprise Turnover above R50 million | Full verification by an accredited agency | Based on the generic scorecard |
Procurement recognition: Level 1 counts for 135%, Level 2 for 125% and Level 4 for 100% of a customer's spend with you. Start-ups are treated as EMEs, but if you tender for a contract of R10 million or more, the buyer may ask for a QSE or generic scorecard. Rules can change, so check the latest guidance from the B-BBEE Commission.
Who Qualifies for a B-BBEE Affidavit?
Exempted Micro Enterprises (EMEs) with annual turnover of R10 million or less
QSEs (R10 million to R50 million turnover) that are at least 51% black-owned
Start-ups and new businesses with no trading history yet
Sole proprietors and freelancers tendering for contracts
Small businesses applying for supplier or vendor registration
100% black-owned businesses, which receive Level 1 status
Affidavit Preparation
We complete your B-BBEE affidavit in the official format used by the dtic and the B-BBEE Commission.
Commissioner of Oaths
Your affidavit is signed and stamped by a Commissioner of Oaths, so it is legally binding.
B-BBEE Level Confirmed
We confirm your correct level (Level 1, 2 or 4) from your turnover and ownership.
Under 1 Hour
Usually ready in under an hour once we have your details and your signature on the affidavit.
What You Need to Give Us
Company details: registered name and CIPC registration number (or your business name if you're a sole proprietor)
Annual turnover for your latest financial year. Start-ups give an estimate or the date they started trading.
Black ownership percentage and the names and ID numbers of the owners
ID copy of the owner or director who will sign the affidavit
Contact details and the financial year-end of your business
Where you'll use it (a tender, a CSD profile or a customer), so we can check it fits
Get Your Affidavit in 4 Simple Steps
WhatsApp Us
Send us a message on WhatsApp to get started immediately.
Send Your Docs
We'll tell you exactly what's needed: ID, company registration and ownership details.
We Prepare It
Our team drafts your affidavit and arranges the signing and stamping.
You Receive It
You get your completed B-BBEE affidavit, ready to attach to bids and profiles.
B-BBEE Affidavit
Once-off · No hidden fees · Fully compliant
⚡ Ready in under 1 hourValid for 12 months from the date it is commissioned.
How Long Is It Valid?
12 Months
An affidavit is valid for 12 months from the date the Commissioner of Oaths signs and stamps it.
Renew Before Bids
It must be valid on the day a tender closes. Renew early if yours expires within a few weeks of a bid.
When Things Change
If your turnover passes R10 million or your black ownership drops below 51%, you may need a verification certificate instead.
Mistakes That Get an Affidavit Rejected
Using an affidavit as a QSE with less than 51% black ownership
Using the wrong financial year's turnover
An affidavit that has expired by the bid closing date
Unsigned or unstamped documents, or a missing Commissioner of Oaths details
Ownership percentages that don't match your CIPC and shareholder records
A business name that differs from your CSD or CIPC profile
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a B-BBEE affidavit?
It's a sworn statement, signed before a Commissioner of Oaths, that declares your annual turnover and the percentage of black ownership of your business. It shows your B-BBEE status without paying for a full verification.
Do I need a B-BBEE affidavit for tenders?
Government tenders award preference points based on B-BBEE status, so you'll normally need to submit a valid affidavit or certificate with your bid. Private companies often ask for one in supplier onboarding as well.
What is the difference between an EME and a QSE?
An EME has annual turnover of R10 million or less. A QSE has turnover above R10 million and up to R50 million. Both can use an affidavit, but a QSE can only do so if it is at least 51% black-owned.
What B-BBEE level will I get?
An EME is Level 4 automatically, Level 2 if at least 51% black-owned and Level 1 if 100% black-owned. A QSE that is at least 51% black-owned gets Level 2, or Level 1 at 100%.
How long is a B-BBEE affidavit valid?
Twelve months from the date it is commissioned. After that you need a new one, based on your latest financial year.
How much does it cost?
Our fee is R100 once-off for each affidavit. There is no separate charge for the affidavit itself from the B-BBEE Commission or the dtic.
Do I have to sign in front of a Commissioner of Oaths?
Yes. The owner or director signing the affidavit must do so before a Commissioner of Oaths, who stamps it. We arrange this and tell you exactly what you need to do when you message us.
Can I do it myself for free?
Yes. The dtic and the CIPC publish official affidavit templates, and a Commissioner of Oaths can commission them. Our service saves you time and avoids the mistakes above that get affidavits rejected.
Can I use it for my CSD profile?
Yes. A valid affidavit is commonly used as proof of your B-BBEE status on supplier profiles and bids. See our CSD registration service.
Getting Tender-Ready?
A B-BBEE affidavit is one piece of the puzzle. These registrations usually go with it.
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This page is general information, not legal advice. B-BBEE thresholds and requirements are set by the dtic and the B-BBEE Commission and can change. Official guidance: B-BBEE Commission · the dtic