
Step-by-step guide to registering your business with CAC — Business Name or Limited Company, full cost breakdown, documents needed, and how to avoid registration scams. Everything you need in one PDF.
Stop getting confused (or scammed) trying to register your business.
Every year, thousands of Nigerian entrepreneurs either:
This guide fixes all of that.
✅ Why registration matters — the real difference registered businesses have access to (loans, contracts, grants)
✅ Business Name vs Limited Company — a clear comparison table to help you choose the right structure
✅ Step-by-step Business Name registration — exactly what to do on cac.gov.ng from start to finish
✅ Step-by-step Limited Company registration — the full CAC process for Ltd companies
✅ Complete cost breakdown — know exactly what you'll pay, no surprises
✅ Full documents checklist — for both Business Name and Limited Company registration
✅ Post-registration steps — TIN, VAT, SCUML, NAFDAC, SON and what applies to your business
✅ CAC portal troubleshooting guide — solutions to the most common portal problems
✅ How to use a CAC agent safely — and how to spot scammers
✅ 9 common mistakes — that get applications rejected, and how to avoid each one
✅ Sample CAC inquiry letter — ready to copy and use if your application is delayed
✅ All agency contacts — CAC, FIRS, NAFDAC, SON, NEPC and more