Business
CAC business name registration in Nigeria
CAC business name registration in Nigeria is done online with the Corporate Affairs Commission, and here a lawyer checks the name and the paperwork before anything is filed.
Register your business name with a lawyer who checks the name, the structure and the paperwork before anything is filed.
We search and reserve your business name, prepare and file the registration with the Corporate Affairs Commission and deliver your certificate to your dashboard. Before filing, a lawyer checks whether a business name is the right choice for you or whether a limited company would protect you better. If CAC raises a query, we deal with it.
- Advice on business name versus limited company before we file
- Name availability search and reservation with CAC
- Preparation and filing of the registration on the CAC portal
- Certificate of registration delivered to your dashboard
- Your details set up in the compliance tracker
- Reminder before your annual return is due
Professional Fees: Discussed Following Consultation
Contact us to discuss your requirements and receive a tailored fee proposal.
Any CAC, registry, court or notary fees are separate and are explained before you pay.
3 to 7 working days, subject to the CAC portal
This is general information, not legal advice.
Start your request
Answer a few questions and add your documents. A partner reviews your request and confirms the professional fee with you before any payment.
Common questions
How do I register a business name in Nigeria?
Business names are registered online on the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) portal. You search for and reserve the name, then file the registration with the details of the owner or owners, their identification and a business address, and pay the CAC fee. When CAC approves it, you receive a certificate of registration.
How much does it cost to register a business name in Nigeria in 2026?
The total is the CAC filing fee plus any professional fee. CAC sets its own fees and changes them from time to time. Our professional fee is discussed with you after a short consultation; CAC fees are separate and passed on at cost.
Should I register a business name or a limited company?
A business name is simpler to register and run, but it is not separate from its owners, so they are personally responsible for its debts. A limited company is a separate legal person that limits the owners' liability, but it has more filings. A lawyer can advise you on which suits your plans before you file.
Does a business name need to file annual returns?
Yes. A registered business name must file an annual return with CAC by 30 June every year after the year of registration, even if it did not trade. Late filing attracts penalties.
This is general information, not legal advice.