8 steps on getting your business registered

8 steps on getting your business registered

July 23, 2019
  • Have two proposed unique business names
  • Do a name availability search on CAC website services.cac.gov.ng and reserve a name. Note that the reservation expires after 60days so, registration must be completed within 60days
  • Fill in the details as required on the site
  • Make registration payment
  • Download your documents
  • Sign documents and upload with scanned valid identification cards
  • Take your original documents to the nearest CAC office as filled in your application.
  • Pick up incorporation certificate.

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Frequently Asked

  • Why must I file Annual Returns?

    It is a mandatory statutory requirement under the Companies and Allied Matters Act to file Annual Returns yearly. 

  • What’s the difference between a business name and an LLC?
    • A business name is a sole proprietorship, usually owned and managed by one individual only. Legally, the sole proprietor and his business are one. It simply means an individual trading with an alias. The sole proprietor is personally liable for all business related obligations.

    • A limited liability company on the other hand is a separate business entity from the individuals that hold its shares and act as directors. Legally, it’s a separate business entity and a person on its own who can transact business, own property separate from its owners and can sue or be sued. 

  • What are the terms of a contract?
    • an offer and an acceptance.
    • competent parties
    • Consideration
    • Legal subject matter
    • Mutual agreement/ Assent
    • Conesus ad idem
    • Obligation
  • If I have NAFDAC Registration number, do I still need SON registration number?

    SON Product Registration scheme is mandatory for all SON’s regulated products as mandated by SON Act 56 of 1971, 20 of 1984, 18 of 1990 as amended.

    This is irrespective of the registration done by NAFDAC

  • Is it legal to transfer the personal data you obtained legally to another person?

    No, its not legal. This is because the law prohibits anyone from transferring the data of a third party to another person without consent from the third party to do same even if the data was rightfully obtained in the first instance.

  • what does copyright protect?
      1. Music, books, brochures and written materials.
      2. Photographs, drawings and illustrations.
      3. Films and videos.
      4. Logos and packaging.
      5. Computer programs and games.

     

  • What will happen if I buy the wrong category of forms with NAFDAC?

    Nothing, the purchased form will be in your account for future use.

     

  • How many shareholders do I need to start a company?

    A minimum of one (1) adult shareholder is required to form a company.

  • How long does a trademark registration in Nigeria Last?

    Trademark is valid for seven years from the date of application but you may renew the application for the trademark for an additional period of 14years.

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