What is my B-BBEE level?
EME (up to R10 000 000) or QSE (up to R50 000 000)? Your B-BBEE level by black ownership and the proof you need. Free check.
The rules in short
- EME: turnover of R10 000 000 or less, or in the first year: Level 4, Level 2 from 51% black-owned, Level 1 at 100%. Proof: a sworn affidavit.
- QSE: up to R50 000 000: Level 2 from 51% black-owned, Level 1 at 100% (affidavit); otherwise verification by a SANAS-accredited agency.
- Generic codes; some sectors have their own codes with other limits. You do not need a B-BBEE level to trade.
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