The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) will introduce a new fee structure on August 1, 2025, which will increase the costs of many registration and compliance services. Some fees are set to rise by as much as 100%, impacting business owners, start-ups, legal practitioners, and compliance consultants nationwide.
This post breaks down what’s changing, why it’s happening, and what you can do to stay ahead of time
Breakdown of the New CAC Fees.
While the full fee chart hasn’t been published on the CAC official portal yet, reliable sources confirm that the increases affect:
- Business name registration
- Company incorporation
- Annual returns
- Certified true copies
- Post-incorporation filings (change of name, address, directors)
- Due diligence and name search services
- Striking-off and restoration filings
Some of these services may now cost nearly double the previous rate.
Why Is CAC Increasing It Fees?: According to official statements, the CAC has reviewed its pricing due to:
- Rising operational costs
- Nigeria’s economic realities (e.g. inflation, energy costs)
- Technology upgrades for faster processing
- Feedback from stakeholders and industry experts
While the move has drawn mixed reactions, the commission insists that it is necessary for sustainability and improved service delivery.
Who Will Be Affected by price increase?
Every business that deals with the CAC will be affected:
- New business owners that wants to do CAC registration
- Entrepreneurs filing post-incorporation documents
- NGOs and incorporated trustees
- Legal firms and compliance officers
- Freelancers and digital business operators
- This includes companies, business names, partnerships, foundations, and professional service providers.
When will the new price be implemented: To avoid paying the increased rates, register your business now before July 2025, as the new price is said to take effect from 1st of August, except it is postponed. File overdue annual returns and post-incorporation changes before the increment in price. Seek help from experts like Brand Growth (Us) to speed up the process. Procrastination could cost you more.
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