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From Level 1 to Level 4, we’ll help you apply for and renew your B-BBEE certificate to meet South African compliance standards.
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1. Schedule A Consultation
Visit our website and schedule a consultation with one of our experienced accountants.
2. Discuss Your Financial Goals
Our team will sit down with you to discuss your financial needs and goals, and develop a customized plan to achieve them.
3. Watch Your Business Thrive
We’ll work with you to implement the plan and ensure that your business is thriving financially.
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What Is a B-BBEE Certificate?
A B-BBEE certificate (Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment) is an official document that reflects your business’s contribution to economic transformation in South Africa. It shows your company’s B-BBEE level, which can affect your ability to access tenders, government contracts, and supplier opportunities.
Businesses are scored based on ownership, management, skills development, enterprise development, and socio-economic contributions.
Why Do You Need a B-BBEE Certificate?
✅ Required for public sector tenders and supplier databases
✅ Improves your company’s competitiveness
✅ May unlock tax or funding benefits
✅ Shows commitment to transformation and compliance
What’s Included in Our B-BBEE Certificate Service?
Evaluation of your company’s B-BBEE level
Compilation of supporting documents
Submission to a SANAS-accredited verification agency
Issuance of your official B-BBEE certificate (valid for 12 months)
Advisory on how to improve your level for future renewals
Step-by-Step: How Vatco Assists with B-BBEE Certification
Document Review: We review your ownership and compliance information
Scoring Calculation: We help determine your likely B-BBEE level
Verification Submission: We submit your documents to a SANAS-accredited agency
Certificate Issuance: Once verified, your certificate is delivered via email
What Documents Are Needed?
Company registration documents (COR14.3)
Director ID copies
Shareholding breakdown
Tax clearance certificate
Proof of business address
Annual financial statements (for larger entities)
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FAQs: B-BBEE Certificate
What is the meaning of B-BBEE certificate?
It’s a document that rates your company’s contribution to Black economic empowerment based on government transformation criteria.
How do you qualify for B-BBEE?
Your score is based on ownership, management, skills development, enterprise development, and socio-economic development.
What is the purpose of the B-BBEE?
To promote economic transformation and participation of previously disadvantaged groups in the South African economy.
How do I check my B-BBEE status?
Your certificate lists your current level. You can also confirm through your verification agency or procurement portal.
How do I get my B-BBEE certificate?
You must submit documents to a SANAS-accredited verification agency. Vatco can assist with this process.
What does Level 1 mean in B-BBEE?
It’s the highest empowerment level, offering the best procurement recognition (135%).
Is B-BBEE compulsory?
It’s not legally mandatory for all businesses, but it’s required to access most tenders, contracts, and procurement chains.
What does Level 3 B-BBEE mean?
Level 3 offers a procurement recognition of 110% — still very competitive for most business transactions.
What are the 5 elements of B-BBEE?
Ownership
Management Control
Skills Development
Enterprise & Supplier Development
Socio-Economic Development
What are the 7 pillars of B-BBEE?
The old BEE scorecard had 7 elements, but current B-BBEE uses 5. The older pillars included employment equity and preferential procurement.
What is a good BEE score?
A Level 1 to Level 4 rating is generally considered strong and acceptable for most suppliers or tenders.
What is the difference between B-BBEE and BEE?
B-BBEE is the updated, more inclusive framework. BEE was the original policy focused mainly on ownership.
