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    How to check if a company is registered in South Korea

    Source-cited registry guidance — access and document fees vary by source.

    Search DART / Supreme Court Registry at the official source

    DART is a disclosure source, not a complete register of every Korean business. For legal registration evidence, distinguish disclosures from the Supreme Court registration service.

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    Official access and fees vary. A human request is an enquiry, not a guaranteed extract or completed purchase.

    Reviewed by LemReveal Research TeamContent reviewed June 2026Primary source: DART / Supreme Court Registry

    How do I check if a company is registered in South Korea?

    To check if a company is registered in South Korea, search its exact registration number or legal name on DART / Supreme Court Registry (https://dart.fss.or.kr). 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

    1. 1

      Open the official DART / Supreme Court Registry

      Go to https://dart.fss.or.kr. This is the primary government-operated source.

      https://dart.fss.or.kr
    2. 2

      Search by name or number

      Use the legal name or identifier supported by DART / Supreme Court Registry. Trading-name and partial-name searches are not universal.

    3. 3

      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.

    4. 4

      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.

    5. 5

      Download the official extract (optional)

      Most registers let you download a formal extract or certificate. Use this for KYC, procurement, or contract files.

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    South Korea: choosing and checking the right record

    Choose the correct source
    Use DART for corporate disclosures and filings in its scope. For a legal registration check, consult the relevant registration service rather than assuming every small Korean business must appear in DART.
    Confirm the entity
    Keep a DART company code separate from a corporate registration number and a business registration number. Compare the Korean legal name and the entity behind an English brand name.

    Check current access and document options on the official DART / Supreme Court Registry site. For search limitations and missing-result guidance, see the South Korea registry guide.

    Frequently asked questions

    How do I check if a company is registered in South Korea?

    Search the exact registration number on DART / Supreme Court Registry at https://dart.fss.or.kr, 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 South Korea company is still active?

    Read the status on the exact entity's DART / Supreme Court Registry 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 South Korea 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 DART / Supreme Court Registry with a matching legal name and registration number.

    What proves a South Korea company is legally registered?

    An entry in DART / Supreme Court Registry with an "active" or equivalent status is the definitive proof. The registration number returned by DART / Supreme Court Registry is the authoritative identifier.

    What is DART?

    DART (Data Analysis, Retrieval and Transfer System) is Korea's electronic corporate disclosure system operated by the FSS. It provides free access to financial filings, annual reports, ownership changes, and material events for listed and significant companies.

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    Is the South Korea company register free to search?

    Yes. Basic company lookups on the DART / Supreme Court Registry 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 South Korea business registry?

    The DART / Supreme Court Registry is the official public register of companies incorporated in South Korea. It is operated by the government and is the primary source cited on this page — https://dart.fss.or.kr.

    How can I check if a South Korea company is legitimate?

    Look the company up on the DART / Supreme Court Registry. 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 South Korea company for free?

    Free public data from the DART / Supreme Court Registry 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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