PUBLIC NOTICE

UPDATED CAC FEES: WHAT BUSINESSES SHOULD KNOW BEFORE AUGUST 1
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has released a newly revised schedule of service fees, set to take effect from August 1, 2025.
In a public notice issued on Tuesday, the Commission stated that the adjustments followed an extensive review of current economic conditions, increasing operational costs, and consultations with relevant stakeholders.
According to the CAC, the revised fees aim to support improved service delivery, sustain operational efficiency, and adapt to the ongoing economic climate, particularly inflation.
Part of the notice reads:
“The reviewed fees reflect the prevailing economic conditions and are necessary to support our continued digital transformation and quality service delivery.”
New CAC Service Fees (Effective August 1, 2025):
For Companies:
Voluntary Striking-Off:
Small Companies – ₦50,000 (previously ₦25,000)
Public Companies – ₦100,000
Relisting of Company:
LTD/GTE – ₦50,000
Public Companies – ₦100,000
Due Diligence Search (Self-Service): ₦50,000 (flat rate)
Extension of Time to Hold AGM:
Public Companies – ₦100,000
Other Companies – ₦50,000
Historical Search Reports: ₦20,000 to ₦30,000 (based on request type)
Restriction of Director’s Residential Address: ₦25,000
Certified True Copies (CTC) of Documents/Extracts: ₦5,000 per copy
For Limited Partnerships:
Voluntary Striking-Off: ₦25,000
Relisting: ₦25,000
Letter of Good Standing: ₦10,000
Registration and CTC of Documents: ₦30,000
Change of Name: ₦10,000
For Business Names:
Voluntary Striking-Off: ₦10,000
Relisting: ₦25,000
Application for Cessation: ₦10,000
Restriction of Proprietor’s Address: ₦25,000
CTC of Documents/Extracts: ₦5,000 per copy
General Charges:
Name Reservation (Standard): ₦1,000
Name Reservation (Restricted Words): ₦5,000
The CAC advised the public and all stakeholders to familiarize themselves with the updated fee structure and ensure full compliance before the implementation date.
"This represents a significant development in our ongoing coverage of current events."— Editorial Board