Learn what business-name registration means and what it does not do.
Start with one simple question.
Do you bake, braid hair, sell products, repair items, clean homes or provide another service—and the business belongs to you alone? CAC may describe you as a sole proprietor. That simply means one person owns the business, even if other people sometimes help.
Simple words. One action at a time.
Understand the practical benefits without promises of customers, grants or profit.
Collect the information, identification and other items you may need before starting.
Move from account creation and name reservation to application, payment and download.
Check names, addresses, activities, documents and payment details carefully.
Tick off each important action before and after submitting the application.
This guide may be useful if…
- You are the only owner of an ordinary small business.
- You want the process explained in plain English.
- You want to prepare before opening the CAC portal.
Pause and ask for help if…
- Two or more people own the business.
- You want a company, partnership or organisation.
- The activity is regulated or the proposed name requires consent.
Read it before you begin your application.
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