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Non-Profit Company Registration

Give your organisation a formal structure for its purpose.

Mavosa provides a guided online registration process for organisations established to advance a public, community, social, cultural, religious or similar non-profit purpose.

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Minimum three directors Secure online application Supporting-document uploads
Structure Non-Profit Company Registered as a company
Minimum requirement 3 directors Required before applying
Standard package R950 Includes three directors
Primary focus Stated purpose Not private profit distribution
NPC and NPO

These registrations are related, but they are not the same.

An NPC is a company structure. NPO registration is a separate registration process for qualifying non-profit organisations.

Need help understanding the difference?
NPC
Company structure

Non-Profit Company

The organisation is registered as a company and operates according to its stated non-profit objectives.

  • Requires at least three directors
  • Has formal company registration documents
  • Must use its resources to advance its purpose
  • Does not distribute profits privately
NPO
Separate registration

Non-Profit Organisation

NPO registration is handled separately and does not happen automatically when an NPC is registered.

  • May be applied for after the organisation is established
  • Has its own requirements and reporting responsibilities
  • May support certain funding or compliance needs
  • Requires a separate application process
Is an NPC suitable?

Designed for organisations advancing a defined purpose.

The organisation should exist to serve its stated objectives rather than to distribute profits to its directors or members.

Common NPC uses

Community, public-interest and purpose-led organisations.

The correct structure depends on how the organisation will operate, who will govern it and what it intends to achieve.

Discuss your organisation
01

Community organisations

Local projects addressing community needs or development.

02

Charitable initiatives

Organisations providing relief, support or public benefit.

03

Cultural organisations

Groups preserving, promoting or developing cultural work.

04

Religious organisations

Faith-based organisations with structured governance.

05

Associations and groups

Member or interest groups pursuing a shared purpose.

06

Education and support projects

Training, development, mentorship and support initiatives.

Registration package

Guided support for your NPC application.

Mavosa collects the organisation, applicant and director information required for the registration process.

Current package price R950 Includes three directors. Additional directors are charged at R100 each.

Any additional information or third-party requirement will be explained before the application proceeds.

01

What the service includes

  • Guided online NPC application
  • Organisation information collection
  • Three director sections included
  • Secure document uploads
  • Application review by Mavosa
  • Submission confirmation and reference
  • Communication about missing information
  • Registration documents when completed
02

What to prepare

  • Proposed organisation names
  • Clear description of the organisation’s purpose
  • Registered and postal address details
  • Information for at least three directors
  • ID or passport information
  • Proof of address documents
  • Applicant contact information
  • Clear digital copies of supporting documents
How the application works

Four clear steps to submit your NPC application.

The form guides you through the organisation, director and supporting-document requirements.

01

Enter applicant details

Provide the contact information for the person applying.

02

Describe the organisation

Add the proposed names, purpose and address information.

03

Add at least three directors

Complete the information and uploads for each director.

04

Review and submit

Confirm the declarations and send the application securely.

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Secure online application

NPC Registration Application

Complete each step. Your progress remains on this page until you submit the application.

  1. 1Applicant
  2. 2Business
  3. 3Directors
  4. 4Review
01

Applicant details

Tell us who Mavosa should contact about this application.

NPC questions

Before or after you apply.

These answers cover common questions about NPC registration and the Mavosa application process.

Ask Mavosa another question
Why does an NPC require three directors?

The Mavosa NPC form requires information for at least three directors before the application can be submitted.

Are three directors included in the R950 package?

Yes. The standard package includes three directors. Additional directors are charged at R100 each.

Does NPC registration include NPO registration?

No. NPC registration and NPO registration are separate processes. Registering an NPC does not automatically register the organisation as an NPO.

Can an NPC earn income?

An NPC may generate income, but its income and resources should be used to advance the organisation’s stated purpose rather than distributed privately.

What happens after the form is submitted?

You receive a submission confirmation and reference. Mavosa reviews the information and contacts you about payment, corrections or the next step.

What if a Private Company is more appropriate?

A Private Company is generally intended for a business operating for profit. Review the Private Company page or contact Mavosa before applying.