Register Your Business Name in Nigeria
Transform your hustle into a legally recognized brand. A Business Name registration (also known as an Enterprise) is the fastest, most affordable way for solo entrepreneurs, freelancers, and small business owners to get their official CAC Certificate and open a corporate bank account.
Why Register a Business Name?
A Business Name registration is the simplest business structure available under Nigerian corporate law. It allows you to trade legally under a registered name without the complex compliance requirements of a Limited Liability Company.
Operating without registration not only limits your growth but also leaves your brand vulnerable to being hijacked by competitors. Once someone else registers your business name, you legally lose the right to use it.
Corporate Bank Account
Stop receiving payments into your personal account. A registered business name allows you to open a corporate account with any Nigerian bank.
Access to Loans & Grants
Government initiatives, CBN loans, and angel investors strictly require a CAC Certificate before they even look at your application.
Who Is This For?
Simple Registration Requirements
Forget about walking into crowded government offices. We handle the entire filing process remotely. To get your Business Name officially registered with the CAC, simply provide us with the following details:
1Business Details
- Two proposed business names (in case the first choice is already taken)
- Nature of business (e.g., tailoring, general merchandise, IT consulting)
- Business Address (a home address is perfectly acceptable)
2Proprietor Details
- Valid Government ID (NIN Slip, Driver\'s License, Voter\'s Card, or Passport)
- One recent digital passport photograph
- Personal Email Address & Phone Number
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about registering a Business Name in Nigeria.
Can I upgrade a Business Name to a Limited Company later?
Absolutely! It is very common for businesses to start as a Business Name to save costs and test the market. As your business grows, brings in more revenue, or needs investors, we can help you seamlessly upgrade your Business Name to a Limited Liability Company (LLC).
What is the legal difference between a Business Name and an LLC?
Under Nigerian law, a Business Name does not have a separate legal identity from its owner. This means the proprietor is personally liable for the business\'s debts. A Limited Company, however, is a separate legal entity, meaning your personal assets are protected if the company runs into financial trouble.
Do I need an office or a physical shop to register?
No, you do not. The CAC legally allows you to use your residential home address as your official business address. If you move or acquire an office space in the future, you can simply file a change of address with the CAC.
Are there any hidden fees after I get my certificate?
Our registration fee covers the complete process until your official CAC Certificate and Status Report are delivered to you. However, please note that by law, all registered Business Names must pay a yearly "Annual Return" to the CAC starting the year after registration.
Ready to Formalize Your Hustle?
Stop losing high-paying clients just because you don't have a corporate bank account. Register your Business Name today.
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