CIPC Beneficial Ownership: What the 2026 deadline means for you

Every registered company in South Africa is required to file its beneficial ownership information with the CIPC. In this guide we cover who counts as a beneficial owner, how to prepare your information before filing, and the practical steps KMBFS follows to keep your company compliant. If you hold more than 5% of the shares or exercise significant control over a company, you are likely a beneficial owner and must be recorded on the securities register and filed with the CIPC. Watch the video for the full walkthrough, and share it with anyone who might find it useful.