1. How do organisations apply?
Fill-in the registrations form together with two copies of organisation founding documents or constitutions to the NPO Directorate

2. Which organisations can apply?
Any organisation that is not for profit and is not part of government can apply for registration i.e. Voluntary Association/NGO's, Section 21 Companies, and Trusts.

3. How much does it cost to register an NPO?
NPO registration is free of charge.

4. Where do I find an application form and model constitution?
An application form is available on request from Department, Telephone numbers (012) 312-7500 or on this web site. Send the documents to Departments of Social Development, Private Bag x901, Pretoria, 0001 or Human Science Research Council (HSRC) Building, Fifth Floor South 134 Pretorius Street, Pretoria, 0001.

5. What are the benefits for registration
Your organisation can access funding from National Lotteries Trust, NDA and other agencies, Your organisation can also apply for tax exemption status with SARS.

6. Is the government funding NPO's after registration?
The NPO Directorate's role is to register organisations and not to fund them. The Act only creates an enabling enviroment for organisations to operate and flourish.

7. What is an Accounting Officer?
In terms of Close Corporation Act of 1984 an Accounting Officer is a registered person paid to deal with organisations books of accounts according to accounting and financial procedures and principles.

8. How can we appeal against the decision of directorate after de-registration?
Send us a letter of appeal and you will be informed about the exact date of hearing.

9. Can I re-apply after being de-registered?
Yes you can re-apply by sending us the original certificates and two copies of the organisation founding documents as well as the application form.