Registering your company with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) is only the beginning. Once you are registered, sooner or later you will need to change something on your record, and that is where most business owners get stuck.
Directors change. Addresses change. Annual returns fall due, shareholding shifts, and share capital goes up or down. All of it runs through CAC’s online platform, the Company Registration Portal (iCRP), and the first question everyone asks is a simple one: how do I even get in?
This guide answers that. It covers how to reach CAC’s post registration services after your business is registered, what you can actually do on the portal, and whether you need an accredited CAC agent to do it. By the end you will understand the services CAC offers and the steps involved in the most common filings.
Key takeaways
- The CAC post incorporation portal (iCRP) lives at icrp.cac.gov.ng and is used for changes and filings made after a business, company, or incorporated trustee is registered.
- Common services include change of name, change of proprietors, directors or trustees, change of address, increase or decrease in share capital, changes to shareholder details, and filing of annual returns.
- Only an accredited CAC agent can access the portal and file on your behalf. Corporate filings are done through an accredited agent’s account.
- First time login prompts you to enable two factor authentication (2FA) by email. Second and later logins use Google Authenticator.
- Your electronic certificate of incorporation is generated on the dashboard once approval comes through, and you can download it there or obtain a Certified True Copy (CTC).
How do I log in to the CAC post incorporation portal?
The CAC accredited portal is reached through its official link, https://icrp.cac.gov.ng, following the procedure below.
- Click on the link.
- Enter your username, email, phone number, or accreditation number.
- Enter your password and log in.
- On your first login you will be prompted to enable 2FA. Check your email for a verification code, then enter the code and submit to reach your dashboard.
- On your second and later logins you will be asked to set up 2FA through Google Authenticator.
- Once you are in, click on post incorporation.
- Click on the type of entity you want to work on, whether a business name or another entity such as a company or an incorporated trustee.
What is the CAC post registration portal used for?
The portal handles changes and filings after a business, company, or incorporated trustee has been registered. The common services include:
- Change of name for a business, company, and incorporated trustee
- Change of proprietors, directors, and trustees
- Change of business address
- Increase or decrease in share capital for companies
- Change in shareholders’ details
- Filing of annual returns
I forgot my CAC portal password. How do I reset it?
On the login prompt, use the forgot password feature. This sends you an email with the next steps to reset your password.
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Why can’t I log in to my CAC post incorporation account?
Several things can lock you out. The usual culprits are:
- A slow internet connection
- An incorrect password
- A poor server response from the Commission
- Technical glitches on the website
- Authentication problems
What documents do I need for post incorporation filings on the CAC portal?
The documents you submit depend on the service you are filing for. That said, these are the ones requested most often:
- ID card of the proprietor, shareholder, or trustee, where applicable
- Signature of the proprietor, shareholder, or trustee, where applicable
- Audited account statement, where applicable
- Affidavit of loss of certificate
- Newspaper publication
- Minutes of meeting
How do I file annual returns on the CAC post incorporation portal?
The exact steps vary by entity type, but the flow is broadly the same.
- Log in to the CAC post incorporation portal.
- Select the annual returns service.
- Select the relevant entity, either a business name or a company.
- Select the applicable filing year.
- Complete the required information.
- Upload any documents needed for the filing.
- Pay the applicable fee.
- Submit the filing.
Once the filing is submitted and approved, an acknowledgement letter is issued.
How do I change company directors or shareholders on the CAC portal?
On the iCRP, use the change of directors feature to change company directors, and the reallotment of shares feature to change shareholders. Fill out the online form, make the necessary payment, and submit.
Can I access the CAC post incorporation portal without an accredited agent?
No. Only an accredited CAC agent is granted access to the portal and the post incorporation login. Corporate filings are made through an accredited agent’s account.
How do I download my certificate of incorporation from the CAC portal?
How you get your certificate depends on the situation.
- After registration: once a company, business name, or incorporated trustee is approved, CAC automatically generates the electronic certificate on the applicant’s dashboard, where it can be downloaded.
- After a transaction that produces a new or updated certificate: some post registration transactions, such as a change of name or the upgrade of a business name to a company, result in a new certificate or an updated registration document. Where that applies, the new document is made available through the portal once the application is approved.
- By obtaining a Certified True Copy (CTC) of the certificate.
Conclusion
To carry out post incorporation filings on the CAC portal, you need the help of an accredited CAC agent. From filing annual returns and changing trustees to increasing share capital or updating other business records, these transactions are handled through the portal by an accredited agent on your behalf.
Engaging an accredited CAC agent makes the process easier and helps ensure the required filings and documents are properly submitted.
Why choose TCorporate
TCorporate is an accredited firm authorised to handle filings with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) on behalf of businesses and companies. Having served over 4,000 clients, we help businesses meet their corporate filing and governance requirements.
At TCorporate, we can help with your CAC post incorporation filings, from annual returns and changes to company records to other regulatory filings, making sure your applications are properly prepared and submitted on time.
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Disclaimer: This publication is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The information provided should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional legal advice. For guidance specific to your circumstances, please consult a qualified legal practitioner.
Written by:
Ogheneyoma E. Ibuje,
ACIS Legal Associate
TCorporate Legal Advisory