Starting or growing a business in South Africa means registering with several different authorities, each with its own forms, checks and deadlines. A mismatched name, a wrong ID number or a missing tax number can send an application back, and cost you weeks.

At Accountants On Point, one of the trusted accountants in Benoni, we handle seven key registrations for businesses across Benoni and the East Rand. We check your details first, submit correctly, and follow up until it's done. Most of it is handled online, so you don't need to visit an office.

What Each Registration Is For

Not sure what you need? Start with the guide below, or tell us about your business.

Company registrationRegister a Pty Ltd with the CIPC, the first step for most new businesses.

CSD registrationGet onto National Treasury's Central Supplier Database so you can supply government.

CIDB registrationContractor registration and grading for public-sector construction work.

PAYE registrationRegister as an employer with SARS before you pay staff.

VAT registrationRegister when you must, or review whether voluntary registration makes sense.

UIF registrationEmployer registration for UIF, including households with domestic workers.

COIDA registrationRegister with the Compensation Fund to cover workplace injuries.

Starting a Business? Register in This Order

Register your company

Choose your structure and register with the CIPC. You'll need the company first for everything below.

Get your tax affairs in place

Your business needs a SARS tax number and compliant status. Our tax services can set this up.

Open a business bank account

Most registrations verify your bank details, and the account name must match your registered name exactly.

Register for VAT if you need to

It's compulsory once your taxable supplies pass the threshold, and optional below that.

Register as an employer if you hire

PAYE, UIF and COIDA apply once you have staff. See our payroll services.

Register for tenders if you'll supply government

CSD registration, B-BBEE status and, for contractors, CIDB grading.

Which Registrations Does Your Business Need?

Freelancer or sole proprietorUsually a SARS tax number and, if you pass the threshold, VAT registration. A company is optional.

New companyCompany registration first, then tax compliance and a business bank account.

Business with employeesPAYE, UIF and COIDA. Ask us about SDL, which applies above R500,000 annual payroll.

Business bidding for government workCSD registration, a B-BBEE affidavit and a compliant tax status. Contractors also need CIDB.

2026 Thresholds to Know

From 1 April 2026, compulsory VAT registration applies above R2.3 million in taxable supplies over 12 months, and voluntary registration is possible from R120,000. See the SARS VAT threshold page or our 2026 VAT guide.

For employers, UIF is 1% from the employee and 1% from the employer, and the Skills Development Levy (SDL) is 1% of payroll for employers with annual remuneration above R500,000.

Why Register Through Accountants On Point

One team for every registrationNo juggling different consultants, and your details stay consistent across every authority.

Checked before submissionWe catch name, ID, bank and SARS mismatches, which are the main reasons applications get rejected.

Clear written pricingEach service page shows what you pay and what's included.

Support after registrationWe also do your accounting and payroll and SARS assistance, so you're never on your own.

Frequently Asked Questions About Business Registration

Which registrations does a new business need?

Most new businesses start with company registration and a tax number. After that it depends on what you do: VAT if you pass the threshold, PAYE, UIF and COIDA if you employ people, and CSD or CIDB if you supply government.

How long does registration take?

It varies by authority and by how accurate your details are. Correct, matching information is the biggest factor. We give you an estimate for each registration when you book.

Can you register everything without me visiting your office?

Yes. Most registrations are done online. We'll tell you exactly which documents to send and when a signature or certified copy is needed.

What's the difference between PAYE, UIF, SDL and COIDA?

PAYE is employee income tax collected through payroll. UIF is unemployment insurance contributed by you and your staff. SDL is a skills levy for larger payrolls. COIDA covers injuries at work through the Compensation Fund. Employers often need several at once.

Do I need to register for VAT?

Registration is compulsory above R2.3 million in taxable supplies over 12 months, and voluntary from R120,000. Registering voluntarily lets you claim input VAT but adds admin, so we check your situation first.

I already have a company. Can you register the rest?

Yes. You can start from any service above, whether that's payroll registrations for your first hire or a CSD profile for a tender.

Related Services

Company Registration CSD Registration CIDB Registration Tax Services Payroll Services Accountant in Benoni

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This page is general information. Requirements are set by the relevant authorities and may change.