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Perfect for tender submissions and legal compliance — let us secure your Letter of Good Standing from the Department of Labour.
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2. Discuss Your Financial Goals
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What Is a Letter of Good Standing?
A Letter of Good Standing (LOGS) is an official certificate issued by the Compensation Fund confirming that your business has:
Registered for COIDA
Submitted its annual assessments
Paid all contributions due
It shows that your business is compliant with the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA) and is eligible to claim compensation for employee injuries or illnesses.
Why Is a Letter of Good Standing Important?
✅ Required for most government and private tenders
✅ Proof of COIDA compliance
✅ Needed to access compensation benefits for injured employees
✅ Shows your business is operating legally and responsibly
What’s Included in Our LOGS Service?
Review of your COIDA registration and assessment status
Completion of outstanding W.As.8 assessments (if needed)
Payment advice and support
Direct application for the Letter of Good Standing
Delivery of your LOGS via email in PDF format
Step-by-Step: How Vatco Gets Your Letter of Good Standing
Compliance Check: We review your registration and payment status
Resolve Gaps: We help you submit missing assessments or payments
Application: We apply through the Compensation Fund portal on your behalf
Delivery: Your official LOGS is emailed to you within 2–5 business days
What Documents Are Needed?
COIDA registration number (WCA number)
Latest COIDA assessment (W.As.8)
Proof of payment for assessments (if applicable)
Director ID and business details
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Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs: Letter of Good Standing
What is the Letter of Good Standing?
It’s a certificate from the Compensation Fund confirming that your business is up to date with its COIDA registration, assessments, and payments.
How do I get a Letter of Good Standing on CIPC?
You don’t. The LOGS is issued by the Compensation Fund, not CIPC. Vatco handles this process for you.
How much is a Letter of Good Standing at Labour?
The certificate itself is free, but you must first submit assessments and pay all COIDA contributions.
What is the difference between COIDA and Letter of Good Standing?
COIDA is the law that governs compensation. The Letter of Good Standing is proof that you’re compliant with it.
Who writes a Letter of Good Standing?
It’s issued by the Compensation Fund under the Department of Employment and Labour.
What is the purpose of the certificate of good standing?
To show that your business is compliant and eligible for government tenders, contract work, and compensation claims.
What are the benefits of a Letter of Good Standing?
It proves compliance, boosts your credibility, and is often required for tenders and major contracts.
How long is a certificate of good standing valid in South Africa?
It’s typically valid for 12 months, but you must stay current on assessments and payments to renew it.
What does “be in good standing” mean?
It means your business has fulfilled its legal obligations and is not in default with regulatory bodies like the Compensation Fund.
What is the importance of good standing?
Good standing ensures business eligibility for benefits, tenders, and protection from legal penalties.
What is a good standing credit score?
This is unrelated to COIDA. Credit scores apply to financial institutions, not the Compensation Fund.
Who are members of good standing?
In COIDA terms, this means businesses that have fulfilled their duties under the Act.
