CoR21.1

The CoR21.1 is the form you submit to CIPC when you need to update your company’s registered office address.

This is the official address on record with CIPC — the one they (and other authorities like SARS) will use to send important documents or legal notices.

If your company moves or your address changes, you must update it with a CoR21.1.

"What counts as a registered office address?"

Your registered address must:

  • Be a physical street address in South Africa
  • Not be a PO Box
  • Be a place where your company’s records can be kept or accessed if needed

Even if you don’t trade from the address, it must be a real, reachable location.

"When should I submit a CoR21.1?"

You need to file a CoR21.1 if…

  1. Your business has moved to a new location
  2. You’re switching from a home address to an office or co-working space
  3. The original address was captured incorrectly during registration
  4. You’re closing one branch and opening another

Keeping your address up to date is a legal requirement, and failing to do so could cause serious problems.

"What happens if my registered address isn’t updated?"

If CIPC or SARS sends a compliance notice, and it bounces or gets ignored, you could…

  • Miss legal deadlines
  • Be flagged as non-compliant
  • Risk deregistration

Even if you’re running your business normally, outdated details on the CIPC system can cause MAJOR issues with:

  • Banks
  • Tenders
  • and Clients

(You DON’T want that)

"Can I use my home address as the registered office?"

Yes, of course, especially if you’re just starting out.

As long as it’s a valid South African street address, you’re allowed to use your home as your company’s registered address.

"Can I use a virtual office or shared workspace?"

Yes you can, but only if…

  1. It has a physical address (not a PO Box), and
  2. You can receive mail or notices there

Just make sure it meets all the legal requirements for a registered office.

"Do I need to tell SARS if I change my address?"

Yes. SARS keeps a separate record of your business address, so it’s a good idea to update them too when you move. 

Govchain can help you update both at once to avoid confusion or delays.

"How long does a CoR21.1 update take?"

Once submitted correctly, CIPC usually processes address changes within a few working days (assuming all details are in order)

"How do I file a CoR21.1?"

Govchain makes the process quick and painless.

Just give us your new address, and we’ll handle the update with CIPC — no paperwork, no queues, and no risk of errors.


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