When is the annual return due?

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.

What is the penalty for late filing?

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.

What is the difference between CAC annual return and NRS tax filing?

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.

Compliance

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.

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CAC Annual Return

File your company's annual return with CAC

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Who Needs to File Annual Returns?

All registered LLCs and companies in Nigeria

Business name registrations (renewal every 2 years for business names)

Companies that have missed previous annual return deadlines

Businesses preparing for audits or due diligence checks

Companies applying for contracts that require proof of compliance

What's Included

Review of your company's current standing with CAC

Preparation of annual return forms

Filing with CAC on your behalf

Filing of outstanding returns (if any previous years were missed)

Compliance confirmation documentation

How It Works

Standard filing takes 5-7 working days. Filing multiple outstanding years may take longer.

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

Why Choose Us

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.

Documents Required

CAC Certificate Company Details Director Information

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