CAC Annual Return
Every registered company in Nigeria must file an annual return with CAC. Failure to do so can result in penalties and even striking off your company from the register. We ensure your filings are always up to date.
Who Needs to File Annual Returns?
What's Included
How It Works
Status Check
We check your company's filing history with CAC to identify any outstanding returns
Document Review
We verify your company details, directors, and share structure are up to date
Preparation & Filing
We prepare and file your annual return with CAC
Confirmation
You receive filing confirmation and your company maintains good standing
Required Documents
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Standard filing takes 5-7 working days. Filing multiple outstanding years may take longer.
Why Choose Taxified
Avoid Penalties
Late filing attracts penalties that increase every year. Stay current to avoid unnecessary costs.
Good Standing
A company with up-to-date filings is viewed favorably by banks, investors, and partners.
Prevent Strike-Off
CAC can strike off companies that fail to file returns for extended periods.
Catch-Up Filing
If you've missed previous years, we can file all outstanding returns at once.
Consultation Pricing
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Frequently Asked Questions
Annual returns must be filed within 42 days of the anniversary of incorporation. For example, if your company was incorporated on June 15, your annual return is due by July 27 each year. Note: this is a CAC requirement separate from your NRS tax filings.
CAC imposes penalties for late filing that accumulate each year. The longer you delay, the higher the penalty. In severe cases, CAC can initiate proceedings to strike off the company. This is separate from NRS penalties under the NTAA 2025 for late tax filings.
CAC annual return is a corporate governance filing with the Corporate Affairs Commission confirming your company details are current. NRS tax filing is your tax return submitted to the Nigeria Revenue Service. Under the NTA 2025, both are mandatory — CAC for company standing, NRS for tax compliance. We handle both.