How to Get a Certified True Copy (CTC) of CAC Documents (2026 Guide)

In the corporate world, your original Certificate of Incorporation and specialized Status Report are your company's "birth certificate." However, documents can get specialized lost, specialized damaged, or you may simply need a specialized verified specialized copy for specialized bank account specialized opening, specialized government specialized tenders, or specialized court proceedings. In 2026, the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) provides an online specialized portal for applying for a Certified True Copy (CTC).

This guide provides a step-by-step walkthrough of how to get a Certified True Copy (CTC) of your CAC documents online in 2026.

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🏗️ What is a Certified True Copy (CTC)?

A CTC is a specialized duplicate of an official document that has been specialized verified and specialized authenticated by the issuing authority (the CAC). In 2026, CTCs are specialized digital documents that include a QR Code for instant verification.

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⚡ Why you might need a CTC

• Lost Certificate: If your original hard-copy certificate is lost or stolen.
• Bank Account Opening: Many banks require a specialized "Certified" Status Report to verify current directors.
• Legal Proceedings: Courts only accept specialized certified specialized copies of corporate documents as evidence.
• Government Tenders: For specialized BPP or specialized SCUML registration, you often need verified specialized corporate specialized filings.
• Due Diligence: When selling your company or specialized bringing in investors.

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⚡ The 2026 Online Application Workflow

Step 1: Log in to the CAC Portal

Visit the CAC Registration Portal at pre.cac.gov.ng.

• You can log in as a "User" or use an accredited agent.

Step 2: Search for the Company

• Enter the company name or RC Number in the search bar.
• Select the company from the list.

Step 3: Select "Certified True Copy" (CTC)

• Navigate to the specialized "Post-Incorporation" or specialized "Search" section.
• Choose the specific documents you need (e.g., Certificate of Incorporation, Memorandum & Articles, or Status Report).

Step 4: Final Payment

• Pay the official CTC fee (Approx. ₦5,000 per document).
• Payment is handled via Remita on the portal.

Step 5: Processing & Download

• Wait for the CAC to review the request.
• Once approved, the digital CTC will be available for download in your dashboard.
• Note: In 2026, you do not need to visit a physical office; the digital copy is the official document.

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🏗️ Essential 2026 Checklist

• Annual Returns: You cannot apply for a CTC if the company is in default of its Annual Returns.
• Verification: Always check the QR Code on the downloaded CTC to ensure it links to the specialized correct specialized company specialized data on the CAC server.

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📚 Related Corporate Guides

Explore more details on corporate management and compliance:

• How to File CAC Annual Returns Online
• Penalty for Late Filing of CAC Annual Returns (2026 Update)
• How to Add a New Director to your CAC Registration Online
• How to Change a Business Name to a Limited Company with CAC in Nigeria

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Is the digital CTC valid for banks?

Yes! In 2026, all Nigerian banks accept the Digital CTC with the QR code as an original verified document.

2. Can I get a CTC for a company I don't own?

Yes! Since CAC records are public, anyone can apply for a CTC of a company's documents for specialized due diligence specialized purposes, provided they pay the specialized required specialized fees.

3. How long does the process take?

Typically 3 to 7 working days.

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Ready to Verify your Corporate Identity?

Getting a Certified True Copy (CTC) of your documents is the best way to specialized safeguard your specialized corporate specialized standing and specialized facilitate specialized professional specialized transactions. Don't let specialized lost specialized paperwork specialized hold back your specialized growth.

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