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    Search Company Records in Malaysia

    3 free lookups per day. No sign-up required.

    Reviewed by LemReveal Research TeamLast verified June 2026Primary source: SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia)

    How do I search the business registry in Malaysia?

    The Malaysia business registry is operated by SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia). It covers Sdn Bhd (Sendirian Berhad / Private Limited). Search by business name to find the registered entity behind a trading name — free, no signup.

    Step-by-step

    1. 1

      Search the trading name you were given

      Start with the name on the invoice, website or contract. It is often a trading name rather than the registered legal name.

    2. 2

      Identify the legal entity behind it

      SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia) records the legal entity. Matching a trading name to its registered entity is the whole point of a registry search — the two are frequently different.

    3. 3

      Check the entity type

      Malaysia recognises Sdn Bhd (Sendirian Berhad / Private Limited). Entity type determines liability and who is legally responsible, so it matters before you contract.

    4. 4

      Note what the registry does not cover

      Sole traders and unregistered activity may not appear at all. An absent record is not automatically proof of fraud — it can simply mean the business is not required to register.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What does the Malaysia business registry cover?

    SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia) records Sdn Bhd (Sendirian Berhad / Private Limited). Businesses that are not legally required to register — commonly small sole traders — may not appear.

    Can I search the Malaysia business registry by trading name?

    Yes, and that is usually the practical starting point. The registry will link the name to the registered legal entity where the two differ.

    Is a business registry search free in Malaysia?

    Yes. Name search and the public entry on SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia) are free. Only certified documents are chargeable.

    What if a Malaysia business has no registry entry?

    It may not be required to register, or it may be trading under a different legal name. Ask for the registration number directly before assuming either.

    What is Sdn Bhd?

    Sdn Bhd (Sendirian Berhad) is Malaysia's private limited company, equivalent to a Pte Ltd. It requires minimum 1 director (who must be a Malaysian resident), 1 shareholder, and RM 1 minimum paid-up capital.

    People also ask about search the business registry in Malaysia

    The exact questions searchers type into Google — answered from the primary source.

    Is the Malaysia company register free to search?

    Yes. Basic company lookups on the SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia) are free — you can search by company name or registration number, view legal status, registered address and (usually) directors at no cost. Some jurisdictions charge a small fee only for downloading full filed documents.

    What is the official Malaysia business registry?

    The SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia) is the official public register of companies incorporated in Malaysia. It is operated by the government and is the primary source cited on this page — https://www.ssm.com.my.

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