Vatco Consulting Services
Secure Your Company Name Fast with Vatco
Submit name options, secure availability, and reserve a legal business name with CIPC — we handle the process for you.
Providing Quality Services
with Experienced Consultants
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.
Contact us at the Vatco nearest to you or submit a business inquiry below.
- Company Registration
- Company Amendments
- Shareholding & Certificates
- Annual Returns Filing
- MOI Amendments
- Company Name Change
- Name Reservation
- Conversion of Business Type
- Company Deregistration
- Company Reinstatement
- Beneficial Ownership Registration
- Trademark Registration
- Business Structuring & Compliance
What Is Name Reservation?
Name reservation is the official process of securing a proposed business name with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) in South Africa before registering your company. It ensures that no other business uses the name and gives you the exclusive right to register under it.
This is the first step when starting a company if you want to use a unique, branded name rather than a system-generated one.
Why Reserve a Name?
✔️ Secure your brand identity early
✔️ Avoid duplicates or conflicts with existing companies
✔️ Required for certain tenders and bank account setups
✔️ Ensures your name is protected before registration
✔️ Shows professionalism to clients and investors
Our Name Reservation Services
📝 CIPC Name Reservation Application
Submit up to 4 preferred name options to CIPC
Assist in choosing names that meet approval guidelines
Track submission and approval timelines
🔍 Name Availability Check
Search the CIPC register to avoid conflicts
Provide feedback on name strength and uniqueness
🔁 Resubmission Support
If your name is rejected, we assist with re-submission and renaming strategies
How Long Does It Take?
Name reservations usually take 1 to 3 working days to process with CIPC, depending on their workload.
Once approved, the name is reserved for 6 months, giving you enough time to complete your company registration.
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Frequently Asked Questions
🤔 FAQs: Company Name Reservation in South Africa
1. Do I need to reserve a name before registering a company?
No, but it’s highly recommended if you want to use a custom name. Otherwise, a system-generated name will be assigned.
2. How many name options can I submit?
You can submit up to 4 name options in order of preference per application.
3. How long is a reserved name valid?
A reserved name is valid for 6 months. You must register your company within this period or reapply.
4. What happens if my name is rejected?
Vatco will assist with resubmission and suggest alternative names based on CIPC’s feedback.
5. Can I register my company without a name?
Yes. CIPC will allocate a generic name (e.g., K2024123456). You can change it later.
6. Can I reserve a name and not register a company?
Yes, but if the 6 months expire, the name becomes available to others.
7. Is name reservation the same as trademarking?
No. Name reservation only protects the name within the CIPC register. Trademarking protects your brand more broadly — which we can also help with.
8. Do you help with name brainstorming?
Yes. We guide you through selecting strong, brandable names that comply with CIPC rules.