Register Your Business Name with CAC in Nigeria
Protect your brand, unlock corporate bank accounts, and establish customer trust. Get your official CAC Business Name Certificate, Status Report, and TIN delivered 100% digitally for only ₦30,000.
What is a CAC Business Name in Nigeria?
A CAC Business Name (also known as a Sole Proprietorship or Enterprise) is the simplest, quickest, and most cost-effective business registration structure under the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA 2020) in Nigeria.
When you register a Business Name, you obtain exclusive legal rights to conduct commerce under that name across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (Abuja). It prevents competitors or impersonators from registering the same or confusingly similar business identity.
Who should register a Business Name?
- Freelancers, developers, designers, and creative professionals
- Retail store owners, supermarkets, and boutique operators
- Artisans, mechanics, tailors, event planners, and caterers
- E-commerce vendors selling on Instagram, WhatsApp, Jumia, and Konga
- Consultants, coaches, and local service providers
What You Will Receive:
Official CAC Certificate of Registration
High-resolution digital certificate equipped with verifiable QR code and Business Number (BN).
CAC Official Status Report
Full statutory extract showing proprietorship details, principal place of business, and business objectives.
Tax Identification Number (TIN)
Automated Joint Tax Board (JTB) / FIRS TIN generated alongside your CAC registration for instant banking.
How We Register Your Business Name
From submission to approved certificate in 4 straightforward steps.
Submit Details
Fill our quick online form with your two proposed business names, owner details, address, and upload valid ID.
Name Availability
Our accredited CAC agent conducts an immediate name reservation on the CAC portal to secure your chosen name.
CAC Processing
We prepare statutory documentation, pay official filing levies, and submit your application to the CAC registry.
Certificate Ready
Receive your approved CAC Certificate, Status Report, and TIN directly in your email and WhatsApp.
Requirements for CAC Business Name Registration
Make sure you have these simple items ready before applying.
Two Business Names
Two name choices in order of preference (e.g., Apex Digital Solutions and Apex Global Services) in case one is taken.
Valid Means of ID
Clear photo or scan of your NIN slip, International Passport, Driver's License, or Voter's Card.
Address & Contacts
Your business address, email, phone number, and a passport-style photo of the business owner.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about CAC Business Name registration.
How long does it take to get my certificate?
With BusinessReg, Business Name registration typically takes between 24 and 48 hours. Once approved by the CAC registrar, your electronic certificate and status report are available for immediate download.
Can I open a corporate bank account with this registration?
Yes! With the Certificate of Registration and Status Report we deliver, any commercial bank in Nigeria (e.g., GTBank, Zenith, Access Bank, First Bank) or digital bank (Moniepoint, OPay, Kuda) can open your corporate business bank account.
What is the difference between a Business Name and a Limited Liability Company?
A Business Name is ideal for sole owners and small enterprises; it is faster and cheaper (₦30,000), but the owner bears personal liability. A Limited Liability Company (₦60,000) creates a separate legal entity with share capital, shielding personal assets. If you plan to raise equity investment, a Limited Liability Company is recommended.
Are there any hidden fees after paying ₦30,000?
No. Our ₦30,000 pricing is 100% all-inclusive. It covers name reservation, filing levies, electronic certificate issuance, and status report download.
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