How do I verify my bee certificate?

To view a company’s B-BBEE status, look no further than the B1SA B-BBEE Registry. It is a free central national source of the B-BBEE status for all entities. All companies that register with B1SA are allocated a Unique Reference Number (URN) and are assisted to submit their B-BBEE status to B1SA.

What is B-BBEE verification agency?

A large number of verification agencies exist in South Africa to assist business owners with obtaining their Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) certificates every year.

How do you register for B-BBEE?

Customers can apply for a B-BBEE certificate on the eservices website, Bizportal or at the CIPC Self Service Terminal. For a business with a turnover of less than R10 million, a B-BBEE certificate is not required.

How long is a BEE affidavit valid for?

12 months
The sworn affidavit will be valid for a period of 12 months from the date signed by commissioner.

How do I get a BEE affidavit?

How to get a BEE certificate or BEE Exemption

1. Request a certificate from the CIPC, go to www.cipc.co.za.
2. Fill out an affidavit which you can also download from the CIPC.

Who can issue B-BBEE certificates?

Professional accountants
Professional accountants or accounting officers may issue these certificates, but they must be sure that the enterprises qualify before doing so, to avoid falling foul of the codes and being seen as undermining the spirit of the BBBEE Act.

How long is a bee Affidavit valid for?

What is a verification agency?

Verification Agency means an entity, agency, or consultant, acceptable to the Association, to be engaged by the Recipient for the purpose of certifying the achievement of DLRs in accordance with the provisions of Section I.J of Schedule 2 to this Agreement.

How do you become a verification agency?

To become a Verification Agency, any enterprise (public and private entities, including auditors, accountants, lawyers, business associations, sector charter councils, consultants, etc) must apply to SANAS, in writing, for accreditation as a Verification Agency.

Who qualifies for BEE certificate?

If your Company’s annual turnover (sales) is below R10 million, you require a BEE Affidavit which serves as your BEE Certificate. You can get a professional, system generated Affidavit from Company Partners free of charge. Just complete the easy sign up form below to get your free professional BEE Affidavit.

How do I renew my bee certificate online?

How do I renew my CIPC Bee certificate?

1. Generate a customer code. On the official website of the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC), you will click on the “Customer Registration” button.
2. Pay the required fee.
3. Request for your certificate.

How long is a bee affidavit valid for?

What are the requirements for a BEE certificate?

Follow these 10 steps to a compliant BEE certificate:

• UNDERSTAND AND EDUCATE YOURSELF ABOUT B-BBEE.
• UNDERSTAND HOW BEE AFFECTS YOUR BUSINESS.
• UNDERSTAND THE LEGISLATIVE REQUIREMENTS FOR YOUR BUSINESS.
• ASK A SPECIALIST.
• USE THE CORRECT TOOLS.
• UNDERSTAND THE INDICTORS FOR SCORING POINTS.
• KEEP A RECORD OF EVERYTHING.

How do I become a Bbbee verification agent?

How much is a Sanas accreditation?

Costs: It ranges between R 8 000 and R 100 000 depending on the size and complexity of your company.

How long does it take to get a B-BBEE certificate?

On average, this is no more than one to two months a company will be notified of the requirement of a specific BEE level for the required business transaction.

How long is a BEE certificate valid for?

for 1 year
A BEE certificate is valid for 1 year from date of issue, and can be re-evaluated at any time during that year to potentially achieve a better score. Certificates are only valid when issued by a SANAS accredited verification agency.