CoR30.1

The CoR30.1 is a certificate that confirms you’ve successfully filed your annual return with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC).

It’s official proof that your company is active, compliant, and still listed in good standing on the CIPC register.

"What’s included in a CoR30.1?"

Your CoR30.1 will show…

  1. Your company’s name and registration number
  2. The year the annual return was filed for
  3. The date it was filed
  4. A CIPC reference number

It’s generated automatically once your annual return is submitted and accepted.

"Why does a CoR30.1 matter?"

Filing your annual return every year is legally required.

The CoR30.1 proves that you’ve done it and that your company hasn’t been flagged as inactive or deregistered.

You may need to show your CoR30.1 when…

  1. Applying for tenders or supplier registration
  2. Opening or maintaining business credit facilities
  3. Proving that your business is compliant
  4. Renewing business licenses or funding agreements

Without this certificate, you may struggle to prove your company is still active.

"Is a CoR30.1 the same as a tax return?"

No.

The CoR30.1 relates to your company’s CIPC annual return, not your SARS tax return.

These are two different processes, filed with two different government departments, and you need to stay on top of BOTH.

"What happens if I don’t file an annual return?"

If you skip your annual return…

  • CIPC will mark your company as non-compliant
  • Penalties will start to build up
  • Your company could eventually be deregistered

Once that happens, your company’s name is removed from the official register and it becomes MUCHHH harder to restore it.

"Can I file late and still get a CoR30.1?"

Yes.

You can still file after the deadline, but there will be late penalties.

So, the sooner you catch up, the better, and once your return is accepted, you’ll receive your CoR30.1.

"What if I lost my CoR30.1?"

You can…

  1. Download it from your CIPC profile (if you filed yourself),

OR…

  1. Request it from Govchain if we handled the filing for you — we keep everything on file for you

"How do I get a CoR30.1?"

Govchain makes annual return filing easy.

We’ll handle the admin, submit your return to CIPC, and send your CoR30.1 straight to your inbox — no stress, no delays.


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