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Secretarial Services

Professional corporate secretarial and compliance support to ensure your business meets all statutory requirements and governance obligations

Expert Corporate Secretarial Support

Maintaining compliance with South African company law requires ongoing attention to statutory filings, corporate governance requirements, and regulatory deadlines. Missing deadlines or failing to maintain proper records can result in penalties, loss of good standing, and potential legal complications. Our secretarial services ensure your business stays compliant while you focus on operations and growth.

We provide comprehensive corporate secretarial support from company formation through ongoing compliance management. Our experienced team handles all interactions with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC), maintains your statutory registers and records, and ensures timely submission of all required filings and returns.

Whether you're starting a new business, managing an established company, or dealing with corporate changes, our secretarial services provide the professional support you need to meet your legal obligations efficiently and effectively.

Our Secretarial Services

Comprehensive corporate secretarial and compliance solutions

Company Registrations

Complete support for registering new companies, close corporations, and other business entities with CIPC, including name reservations and incorporation documentation.

Annual Compliance

Preparation and submission of annual returns, beneficial ownership declarations, and other statutory filings to maintain good standing with regulatory authorities.

Corporate Governance Support

Assistance with board meetings, AGMs, resolutions, and maintenance of statutory registers to ensure compliance with Companies Act requirements.

CIPC Filings & Amendments

Processing of changes to company details including director appointments, share transfers, address changes, and amendments to memoranda of incorporation.

Compliance Calendar Management

Tracking and management of statutory deadlines, filing dates, and compliance obligations to prevent penalties and maintain good standing.

Company Deregistrations

Professional handling of voluntary company deregistrations, liquidations, and winding-up procedures in accordance with legal requirements.

Why Choose BVA for Secretarial Services?

Our secretarial services team has extensive experience with South African company law and CIPC procedures. We stay current with regulatory changes and ensure your business remains compliant with evolving requirements. Our proactive approach means we track deadlines and alert you well in advance, preventing last-minute rushes and missed filings.

We provide clear, practical guidance on corporate governance matters and help you understand your obligations without unnecessary legal jargon. Our services are scalable, supporting everything from small family businesses to larger corporate entities with complex governance structures.

Key Benefits

  • Timely compliance with Companies Act and CIPC requirements
  • Reduced risk of penalties for late or incorrect filings
  • Professional maintenance of statutory records and registers
  • Expert guidance on corporate governance best practices
  • Peace of mind that compliance obligations are managed
  • More time to focus on core business activities

Key Compliance Areas

We manage all aspects of corporate compliance and governance

Companies Act Compliance

Ensuring adherence to all requirements of the South African Companies Act, including governance, reporting, and filing obligations.

CIPC Registrations & Filings

Managing all interactions with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission, from initial registration to ongoing compliance.

Statutory Record Keeping

Maintaining accurate and up-to-date statutory registers, minute books, and corporate records as required by law.

Corporate Governance

Supporting boards and management with governance frameworks, policies, and procedures that meet regulatory and best practice standards.

Common Secretarial Needs

New Companies

Company name reservation, incorporation documents, MOI drafting, initial CIPC registrations, and setup of statutory registers and records.

Ongoing Compliance

Annual returns, beneficial ownership declarations, solvency and liquidity certificates, and maintenance of company registers.

Corporate Changes

Director appointments and resignations, share transfers and allotments, address changes, and amendments to company details.

Meetings & Resolutions

Preparation of meeting notices, agendas, and minutes for board meetings, AGMs, and special meetings. Drafting of written resolutions.

Why Choose BVA for Secretarial Services?

Our secretarial services team has extensive experience with South African company law and CIPC procedures. We stay current with regulatory changes and ensure your business remains compliant with evolving requirements. Our proactive approach means we track deadlines and alert you well in advance, preventing last-minute rushes and missed filings.

We provide clear, practical guidance on corporate governance matters and help you understand your obligations without unnecessary legal jargon. Our services are scalable, supporting everything from small family businesses to larger corporate entities with complex governance structures.

By outsourcing your secretarial functions to us, you gain access to professional expertise without the cost of employing a full-time company secretary. We become an extension of your team, providing responsive support whenever you need it.

Need Secretarial Support?

Contact us to discuss your corporate secretarial and compliance needs. We'll help you stay compliant and focused on growing your business.