How To Check If A Business Name / Company Is Registered With CAC In Nigeria

Here’s a concise step-by-step guide to searching for a registered company or business name in Nigeria via the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) portal:

How to Check Company/Business Registration on CAC Portal

1. Visit the CAC Website:
   Go to the official CAC portal: https://www.cac.gov.ng.

2. Access the Search Tool:

   • Look for the "Search" or "Public Search" option (often under Services or e-Services).

   • Alternatively, use the direct search link (if available):
     https://search.cac.gov.ng/home

3. Enter Company/Business Name:

   • Type the full or partial name of the company/business you want to verify.

   • Complete the CAPTCHA ("I’m not a robot").

   • Click "Search".

4. Review Results:

   • If registered: The result will show:

     • RC Number (for companies) or BN Number (for business names).

     • Registered name and address.

     • Date of incorporation.

   • If unregistered: A blank table or "No result found" will appear.

Key Notes

• RC vs. BN Numbers:

  • RC: Registered Companies (e.g., Limited Liability Companies).

  • BN: Business Names (e.g., sole proprietorships/partnerships).

• Verification for Job Seekers: Always cross-check a company’s RC/BN number to avoid scams.

• Name Reservation: Use the portal to check name availability before registering a new business.

For further assistance, contact CAC via info@cac.gov.ng or visit their office.