(The registry is hosted above at the Bizregister link.)
Registering and Renewing Business Names in South Africa
The Business Names Registry is South Africa’s national platform for the certification and registration of business names. Built on over four decades of expertise, it streamlines business verification by centralising key information — such as business names, owner names, and contact details — into a single, trusted source.
By registering, businesses gain a verified identity, making it easier to present credentials to banks, clients, and stakeholders.
How to Register or Renew on the Business Names Registry
- Apply – Complete your application for Business Name Registration or Renewal
- Get Listed – Upon registration, your details will appear (optional) in the Business Names Registry, hosted at Bizregister
- Verify Instantly – Your business becomes searchable at Bizregister
- Receive Your Certificate – A digital Business Name Certificate (Confirmation Notice of Defensive Name Registration) will be emailed to you for easy reference
For Banks, Clients & Third Parties
Need to verify a business?
- Request their Business Name Certificate (Confirmation Notice of Defensive Name Registration) directly from them
- Cross-check their listing on the Business Names Registry, hosted at Bizregister
- If they’re not yet registered, refer them to businessname.co.za to apply
Business Names Registry – Visibility. Credibility. Growth.