How do I find out my company registration number?
John Thompson
Published Feb 09, 2026
Your Company Registration Number (CRN) is unique to your limited company or LLP. You can find it on your certificate of incorporation and any official documentation received from Companies House. Your CRN is also displayed on the public register of companies, which can be accessed online via Companies House Service.
Do I need to register my small business in South Africa?
For every new business established, you are required to register with your local SARS office to obtain an income tax reference number. Registration must be done within 60 days after starting operations by completing an IT77 form, available at your local SARS office or from the SARS website.
How do I get business registration certificate in India?
How to Register a Company in India?
- Step 1: Digital Signature Certificate (DSC)
- Step 2: Director Identification Number (DIN)
- Step 3: Registration on the MCA Portal.
- Step 4: Certificate of Incorporation.
Do sole traders have a company number?
A sole trader business isn’t incorporated, which means it doesn’t need a company number. In contrast, a limited company is incorporated and has a separate existence from its owners. This is why limited companies need to be registered with Companies House, which is when they will receive a Company Registration Number.
Where do I go to register my Small Business?
Where do I register my small business? You can register your company online on the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) website. You can also register your company via a bank, including Nedbank and First National Bank. What is the CIPC and what does the law say?
How to register a company in the UK?
Find out more about registering a company from the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) or contact CIPC on 086 100 2472.
How to register a company in South Africa?
If you are starting out and need to register as a company, you will have to contact the Company and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC), formerly called CIPRO. Please note that Companies are first required to register with the (CIPC) offices before registering with SARS for an Income Tax reference number, click here for CIPC.
What happens if you don’t register your business?
But remember, if you don’t register your business, you could miss out on personal liability protection, legal benefits, and tax benefits. Most businesses don’t need to register with the federal government to become a legal entity, other than simply filing to get a federal tax ID.
