How to Verify a Company's Registration in Malaysia via SSM

To check if a company is legally registered in Malaysia, use the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM — Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia) online portal.

Step-by-Step

1. Go to https://www.ssm.com.my.
2. Click "eServices" (top menu) → "Company Search" (or "Business Search" for sole proprietorships/partnerships).
3. Enter Company Name (exact or partial), Company Registration Number (e.g., 1234567-A), or Business Registration Number.
4. Click "Search".

Results Show

• Company/Business name.
• Registration number.
• Type (Sdn Bhd, Berhad, Enterprise, etc.).
• Registration date.
• Registered address.
• Status (Active, Dissolved, Struck Off, Winding Up).

Additional Documents (Fee Required)

Click "Documents" tab to purchase:

• Company Profile (RM10).
• Financial Statements / Annual Returns (RM10 each).
• Certificate of Incorporation (RM20).
• Particulars of Directors/Shareholders (RM10).

Payment via FPX (online banking), credit/debit card.

Alternative

MyData SSM (mydata.ssm.com.my) — subscription service for bulk searches, API access.

Tip

Verify the exact legal name — trading names may differ. For sole proprietorships/partnerships, use "Business Search" instead.