Depending on the type of entity you are registering with CAC (Corporate Affairs Commission), there may be different registration requirements. Here are some typical registration requirements, though:

1. The suggested business name

i. Give your business or other entity a unique name. Check the availability of the desired name to make sure it is not already registered or overly similar to other existing entities.

     ii. Business address: Specify the location of the registered office of the company. Include the identity documents of the company's owner(s) or partners, such as current passports, national identity cards, or driver's licenses.

   iv. Current passport-sized photos of the company's owner(s) or partners must be provided.

     v. Completed application forms: Complete the required application forms that are provided by the CAC. 

 vi. Pay the required registration fee to register a business name. 

2.    Organisation Registration:


i. Proposed company name: Give your business a distinctive name. To make sure the desired name is not already taken or too similar to a company that already exists, check the availability of the name.

ii. Prepare the Memorandum and Articles of Association (MEMART), which describes the goals, share capital, ownership structure, and operational specifics of the business.


iii. Shareholders and directors: List the information and supporting documentation for the company's shareholders and directors.


     iv. Give the address where the company will be based as its registered address.

v. filled-out application forms Fill out the required application forms that are provided by the CAC. 

vi. Registration fee: Pay the necessary registration fee for the incorporation of your business.

 

3.     Registration of Non-Governmental Organisations (NGO):


i. Name and goals: List the NGO's name as well as a concise summary of its aims and operations.


ii. Governing Board/Trustees: Provide the contact information and legal identification of the NGO's governing board or trustees.


iii. Registered address: Indicate the location of the NGO's registered address.


iv. Completed application forms: Fill out the necessary application forms that the CAC provides.


v. Registration fee: Pay the necessary registration fee to register as an NGO.

 These are only general requirements; the specifics of registration may vary depending on the jurisdiction and type of entity being registered. To make sure you are adhering to the specific registration requirements that apply to your situation, it is advised to check the CAC's official website or seek professional advice.

4. cost of registrations

Depending on the kind of entity and the particular services needed, Nigeria's CAC (Corporate Affairs Commission) registration fees can change. Here are a few general cost factors to think about:

1. Business Name Registration: The cost to register a business name with the CAC can range from roughly 10,000 to 20,000 Naira depending on whether it is a sole proprietorship or a partnership.

2. The cost of registering with the CAC is based on the company's authorised share capital. The registration fee is typically set on a sliding scale. As of  May 2023, the registration fee for companies with an authorised share capital of under one million Naira is approximately 30,000 - 60,000 Naira. The fee increases for companies with more authorised share capital.

3. Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) Registration: The cost to register an NGO with the CAC varies depending on the organization's size and scope. Costs for the Certified True Copy of the Constitution, incorporated trustee registration fees, and other related expenses are frequently included. The total cost may range from about 90,000 Naira to 140,000 Naira or more depending on the precise requirements.

You should be aware that these price ranges are only estimates and subject to change. It is recommended to visit the CAC's official website or seek professional advice for the most accurate and up-to-date details on registration fees and costs specific to the type of entity you intend to register.