Registering your business name with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) is the most important step toward building a credible brand. Formalizing your business is the best way to build trust with customers and gain access to corporate opportunities in Nigeria.
At cacbusiness.name.ng, we specialize in helping small business owners, freelancers, and artisans secure their business names quickly, affordably, and without the stress of manual paperwork.
Why Register a Business Name?
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Legal Identity: Your business becomes a recognized legal entity in Nigeria.
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Bank Account: You can open a corporate bank account (e.g., Your Business Name Enterprises).
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Customer Trust: Customers feel safer paying into a business account than a personal one.
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Brand Protection: Prevent others from using your unique business name.
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Access to Loans: Most government grants and SME loans require a CAC certificate.
Registration Requirements
To begin your Business Name (Enterprise) registration, you only need to provide:
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Two Proposed Names: Your preferred name and an alternative.
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Nature of Business: A brief description of what your business does.
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Owner's Details: Full name, residential address, and phone number.
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Identification: A clear copy of your NIN (National Identity Number).
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Passport Photo: A digital copy of your passport photograph.
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Signature: A clear photo of your signature on a plain white paper.
Our Seamless Process
We handle the end-to-end process for you so you can focus on your work:
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Step 1: Name Search & Reservation – We check if your name is available and reserve it with the CAC.
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Step 2: Documentation & Filing – We prepare all necessary forms and submit them to the CAC portal.
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Step 3: Approval & Delivery – Once approved, we send your digital Certificate of Registration and Status Report to your email.
Keep Your Business Active!
Is your business already registered but showing "INACTIVE" on the CAC search portal? This happens if you haven't filed your Annual Returns. We can help you file your outstanding returns and reactivate your status within 48 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take? Typically, a Business Name registration is completed within 2 to 5 working days, depending on the CAC server speed.
Will I get a hard copy certificate? The CAC now issues "E-Certificates" with a verifiable QR code. This digital document is the official legal copy and is accepted by all banks and government agencies in Nigeria.
Ready to start? Don't let someone else register your dream business name. Message us on WhatsApp or use the Contact Form to get started today!
Need Limited Company Registration?
If you want to register a Limited Liability Company instead of a Business Name, visit our Limited Company Registration service.