Simple pricing for small businesses

Plans for new companies and ones already up and running. Pick what you need, pay one monthly price, stay compliant.

Choose an option

Register a new company

Company registration with CIPC, set up and ready in about a week.

New Company Registration Package

Includes everything you need to start an official company.

R950

Register your company

Once-off Fee - Completed in 1 week

What’s included

  • Reserved company name
  • Company registration certificate (COR14.3)
  • Income tax registration number
  • CIPC filing fees (R175 fee included)
  • Free B-BBEE affidavit
  • Share certificates for all shareholders
  • Business website
  • Business banking account (optional)
  • Completed in 1 week

Choose a plan with ongoing support

Monthly plans that scale with your headcount and turnover. Same team handles your books, tax, and compliance.

Free
R0/ month
Ideal for companies that aren’t making money yet.
What's included
  • Monitor compliance across government departments.
  • Get notifications to stay compliant and on top of filings.
  • Track compliance for free, pay only when you file.
  • Send professional invoices and track payments.
Choose free plan
Pro
R995/ month
Ideal for companies that are making money.
What's included
Everything in the Free plan, plus:
  • Bookkeeping with Govchain Books™.
  • SARS tax return submissions handled for you.
  • All standard compliance filings kept up to date.
  • Direct access to a tax expert.
Choose pro plan

Compare plans

See the full list of features and choose the plan that fits your business needs.

Stay Compliant
Get proactive compliance alerts and notifications
Prepare & file CIPC annual returns
R320 per year
File Your Beneficial Ownership Register
R550 per year
Add & update your SARS Registered Representative
R550
Maintain a share register
Generate a free B-BBEE affidavit
Store all company documents
Prepare & file company amendments
From R270
Handle Taxes
Prepare and file all tax returns
From R1 250 per submission
Get a tax clearance certificate
R480
Optimise your tax strategy with expert guidance
Prepare and file all VAT returns
Get Paid
Manage unlimited customers & vendors
Create and send professional quotes and invoices
Accept online payments
Track who owes you money—and who you owe
Set up automatic late payment reminders
Manage Finances
Track income and expenses
Connect and auto-sync your bank accounts
Auto-label transactions
Access financial dashboards and reports
Tax return forecasting
Capture expense receipts
Generate professional financial statements
Grow Your Business
Create & share a professional company profile
Add a "Verified by Govchain" widget to your site and email
Access to Govchain guides, articles and video tutorials
Get Support
Access to Govchain support during business hours
Expert bookkeeping and tax support

Upgrade with add-ons

One-off services for things your plan doesn’t cover.

  • Historical annual returns

    File outstanding CIPC annual returns.

    From R320
    ( per return )

  • Historical tax returns

    File outstanding SARS tax returns.

    From R270
    ( per return )

  • VAT Registration

    Register your company for VAT

    R2 970
    ( once-off cost )

  • VAT returns

    File outstanding SARS vat returns

    R2 000
    ( per month )

  • PAYE Registration

    Register your company for PAYE

    R1 030
    ( once-off cost )

  • UIF Registration

    Register your company for UIF

    R1 620
    ( once-off cost )

  • Payroll

    Payroll made simple

    From R400
    ( per month )
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Frequently asked questions

Find answers to the most common questions about our pricing, plans and services.

Do you offer a free plan?
Yes. The free plan gives you the compliance dashboard and filing monitoring, so you can use Govchain before moving to the Pro plan. You can also file annual and tax returns on the free plan, charged per filing rather than bundled in as they are on the Pro plan.
Are there any setup fees?
No, there are no setup fees for our plans. The only exception is if you’re adding an existing company with overdue returns—in that case, we offer services to help you file those returns for an additional cost.
If I only need one service (like VAT registration), do I need the full plan?
No, you don’t need a full plan to purchase individual services. You can opt for our free package, which gives you access to all services at a slightly higher cost. This way, you only pay for what you need without committing to a full plan.
Can I switch plans whenever I need to?
Yes, you can switch plans anytime. Your new plan will take effect starting from the next billing cycle, making it easy to adjust as your business grows.
Can I cancel my plan anytime?
Yes, you can cancel your plan anytime, and you’ll still have access to all features until the end of your current billing cycle. No extra fees or hassle!
Can I pause my plan if my business takes a break?
Yes. If you're on the Pro plan, you can pause it. While paused, your plan drops to the free plan, so your company stays monitored and compliant until you're ready to upgrade again.
What payment methods can I use?
We accept all major payment methods, including credit cards, EFT, SnapScan, Zapper, and Instant EFT. Choose the option that works best for you!
What if I’m not happy—can I get a refund?
If you cancel a service within 24 hours of ordering, we’ll provide a full refund. After 24 hours, you can receive a 50% refund as long as the service hasn’t been completed yet. If for any reason we’re unable to assist with the service, we’ll refund you in full.

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