Registration Certificate (CoR14.3)

“What is a Registration Certificate (CoR14.3)?”

The Registration Certificate, also known as Form CoR14.3, is the official document issued by CIPC when your company is successfully registered (kind of like a business birth certificate)

It proves that your business exists as a legal entity in South Africa.

It confirms that your business is real, registered, and ready to operate.

Here’s a deeper look into all of the different registration certificates.

“What information is on the CoR14.3 certificate?”

The certificate includes:

  • Your company name
  • Your CIPC registration number
  • The date of registration
  • The type of entity (e.g. Private Company (Pty) Ltd)
  • A unique reference that verifies the document’s authenticity

This document is stored digitally and can be downloaded from CIPC or retrieved through Govchain if needed.

“Why do I need a registration certificate?”

You’ll need your CoR14.3 to:

  • Open a business bank account
  • Register for tax with SARS
  • Apply for B-BBEE affidavits or certificates
  • Submit tenders or funding applications
  • Prove your company is legally registered

It’s often the first document you’ll be asked for when doing anything official as a business.

“What happens if I lose my Registration Certificate (CoR14.3)?”

Don’t worry, the CoR14.3 can be re-downloaded from the CIPC system or requested again.

If you registered your company with Govchain, we’ll keep your registration documents safe and accessible.

“How to get a CoR14.3 certificate?”

You’ll receive your CoR14.3 automatically once your company registration is complete and approved by CIPC.

If you register your official company with Govchain, we’ll email it to you as soon as it’s ready.


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