SSM number search (Malaysia)
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How do I look up a company by its registration number in Malaysia?
Enter the SSM to look up a Malaysia company directly on SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia). Unlike a name search, an SSM returns exactly one entity, which is why it is the identifier to use for KYC, invoicing and contract checks.
Step-by-step
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Find the SSM on the paperwork
The SSM normally appears on invoices, contracts, the website footer or official correspondence. It is the number counterparties are required to quote.
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Search the SSM
Enter the number exactly as printed. Punctuation and spacing vary between documents — strip them if the search returns nothing.
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Confirm the returned entity
Check the legal name on the returned record matches the name on your paperwork. A mismatch between quoted number and quoted name is a serious warning sign.
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Verify at SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia)
For anything contractual, confirm the number against the primary source at https://www.ssm.com.my.
https://www.ssm.com.my
Frequently asked questions
What is a SSM in Malaysia?
It is the identifier SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia) assigns to a registered entity. It stays with the entity even if the trading name changes, which makes it the reliable way to track a company over time.
Is a SSM lookup free?
Yes. Looking up a company by SSM on SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia) is free and requires no account.
What if the SSM returns no result?
Re-enter it without spaces or punctuation first. If it still returns nothing, the number may be mistyped, belong to a different country's register, or not exist — ask the counterparty to confirm it in writing.
Should I use the SSM or the company name?
The SSM. Names are duplicated across entities within a group; the number is unique to one entity.
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 look up a company by its registration number 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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