NPO Registration Online : Non-Profit Organisations

Organisation : Department of Social Development
Facility Name : NPO Registration Online
Website : https://www.dsd.gov.za/

How To Do NPO Registration Online?

Organisations such as trusts, companies or other associations established for a public purpose may apply for registration.

Just follow the below steps for NPO Registration Online.

Steps :
Step 1 : Visit the official website of Department of Social Development through provided above.
Step 2 : Next, click on the “Register an NPO” link in the home page.

Step 3 : Fill the Registration Form with the required details.
Step 4 : Upload the necessary documents.
Step 5 : Finally click on “Submit” button to complete your registration.

How To Search NPO?

** Search our on-line NPO register to view the status and details of an NPO.
** View the status of Registered, Deregistered and Cancelled NPOs in the register.
** You can also report anonymously any suspicious activity you may be aware off.

How to Check NPO Registration Status?

If you have previously applied to register an NPO you may check the status of your organisation by entering the application registration number assigned to you.

Submit Annual Reports

** Once the organisation is registered, it is obligated in terms of Section 18 and 19 to submit within 9 months after the end of its financial year, annual reports including any changes to the organisations constitution, physical address and office bearers.

Required Reports are :
Narrative Report, Financial Statement and Accounting Officers report OR Narrative Report, 12 months Bank Statement and Affidavit

** With our online service submitting your annual compliance reports is a simple matter of uploading the individual required reports for the appropriate year.

** To proceed you will first have to login on the right using the password previously provided. If you do not have an online password you will need to request one by following the instructions on the right.

** Kindly complete the entire process of submission on this site. If the process is not completed the submission will not be accepted. Once finished with a page click on next to proceed until the button submit complaince is reached.

Submit Voluntary Deregistration

** You can use our online service to request that your organisation be deregistered. Submission will be done via the web-site and will be effective following internal verification.

** You will be able to submit an affidavit to the effect of the lost certificate if registration or a request letter for voluntary deregistration

** To proceed you will first have to login on the right using the password previously provided. If you do not have an online password you will need to request one by following the instructions on the right.

Update Founding Documents

** The founding document of the organisation must meet the requirements of section 12 of the NPO Act.

** For each different type of organisation (Voluntary Associations, Trusts or Section 21 Companies) the founding documents will be different. Whenever an amendment is made to the founding documents of a registered NPO, it is imperative that the NPO Directorate be notified as soon as possible.

** The online service provided here allows for registered NPO’s to submit amended founding documents electronically, removing the necessity to submit physical copies to the Directorates head office.

** To proceed you will first have to login on the right using the password previously provided. If you do not have an online password you will need to request one by following the instructions on the right.

How To Update NPO General Details?

You can use our online service to change general details we hold for your NPO. Changes will be requested by the web-site and will be effective following internal verification.

You will be able to update the following
** NPO contact telephone number(s)
** NPO contact email address
** NPO physical and postal address
** Office bearers

To proceed you will first have to login on the right using the password previously provided. If you do not have an online password you will need to request one by following the instructions on the right.

Benefits of NPO Registration

Registering as a Non-Profit Organization (NPO) in South Africa can offer several benefits, including:

Legal Recognition:
Registering as an NPO in South Africa gives your organization legal recognition and status as a legitimate and formal entity. This can enhance your organization’s credibility and reputation, and may make it easier to access funding, grants, and partnerships.

Tax Exemption:
NPOs that are registered with the South African Revenue Service (SARS) may qualify for tax-exempt status. This means that your organization may be exempt from paying certain taxes, such as income tax and value-added tax (VAT), which can save your organization money and allow more resources to be directed towards your mission.

Access to Funding and Resources:
NPO registration may increase your organization’s eligibility for funding and resources from various sources, including government agencies, private foundations, and corporate donors. Many funders require NPOs to be registered in order to be eligible for funding, and registration can also make it easier for your organization to establish partnerships and collaborations.