For businesses and individuals in Botswana, the Companies and Intellectual Property Authority (CIPA) offers an Online Business Registration System (OBRS) to streamline company and intellectual property registrations. Accessing this system requires secure login credentials. However, if you encounter issues such as forgetting your password, CIPA provides several methods to regain access.
1. If You’ve Forgotten Your OBRS Password but Remember Your Email Password:
- Visit the OBRS Login Page:
- Enter Your Username:
- Click on “Forgot Password”:
- Check Your Email:
- Reset Your Password:
This process ensures a swift recovery of your OBRS account access.
2. If You Remember Your OBRS Password but Wish to Change It:
- Log In to Your OBRS Account:
- Access “My Profile”:
- Select “Change Email or Password”:
- Enter Your Current Password:
- Set a New Password:
- Verify the Change:
- Confirm and Log Out:
Regularly updating your password enhances the security of your account.
3. If You’ve Forgotten Both Your OBRS Password and Your Email Password:
In this scenario, direct assistance from CIPA is required:
- Contact CIPA Client Services:
- Provide Necessary Details:
- Receive a Temporary Password:
- Log In and Update Your Password:
For further guidance, CIPA’s Information Center offers detailed instructions on various processes