How to check if a company is registered in Malaysia
Source-cited registry guidance — access and document fees vary by source.
Search SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia) at the official source
Start with SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia) for Malaysia. LemReveal has not established an available native register search for this page; indexed or secondary records are not complete register coverage.
Official access and fees vary. A human request is an enquiry, not a guaranteed extract or completed purchase.
How do I check if a company is registered in Malaysia?
To check if a company is registered in Malaysia, search its exact registration number or legal name on SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia) (https://www.ssm.com.my). Compare the identifier and available identity fields before reading the recorded status. A name-only match is a candidate, not confirmation. Official access requirements and document fees vary.
Step-by-step
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Open the official SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia)
Go to https://www.ssm.com.my. This is the primary government-operated source.
https://www.ssm.com.my - 2
Search by name or number
Use the legal name or identifier supported by SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia). Trading-name and partial-name searches are not universal.
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Check status and legal name
Compare the exact identifier and legal name. Preserve the source's status wording: historical and dissolved entities can still have registry records.
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Cross-check the registered address
Compare the available registered address with the counterparty's documents. A registered office can differ legitimately from a trading address; clarify the difference rather than treating it as evidence of misconduct.
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Download the official extract (optional)
Most registers let you download a formal extract or certificate. Use this for KYC, procurement, or contract files.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check if a company is registered in Malaysia?
Search the exact registration number on SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia) at https://www.ssm.com.my, then compare the legal name and available identity details. Read the status and its date in the source's own terminology. Name similarity alone does not confirm the entity.
How can I check if a Malaysia company is still active?
Read the status on the exact entity's SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia) record, preserving its wording and retrieval date. Liquidation is not the same as dissolution: an entity can remain registered while undergoing liquidation. A registry status is not a solvency or trustworthiness assessment.
Is a Malaysia company with a website automatically registered?
No. A website, email domain or invoice letterhead proves nothing. The only authoritative proof is a current entry in SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia) with a matching legal name and registration number.
What proves a Malaysia company is legally registered?
An entry in SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia) with an "active" or equivalent status is the definitive proof. The registration number returned by SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia) is the authoritative identifier.
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 check if a company is registered in Malaysia
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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.
How can I check if a Malaysia company is legitimate?
Look the company up on the SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia). If the entity returns an "active" (or equivalent local status) result, matches the registered address on its invoices, and its listed directors match who is signing your contract, it is a real registered entity. Anything reported as "dissolved", "struck off" or "in liquidation" should be treated with caution.
What information can I get about a Malaysia company for free?
Free public data from the SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia) typically includes: legal name, registration number, incorporation date, registered address, current status, business type, and current directors / officers. Historical filings and certified copies may carry a small fee.
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