Company Information Search in Malaysia

Company Information Search in Malaysia

Similar to private individuals, businesses also have their credit history and legal background. A company information search involves requesting corporate and financial information from Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia (SSM), also known as the Companies Commission of Malaysia.

Why Do We Do a Malaysia Company Search?

Performing a background check or company search is a wise decision as it helps in avoiding issues such as poor service, questionable characters, conflicts of interest, receiving poor value for money, and engaging in dodgy dealings. Understanding your customer's company background or financial record before entering into any business dealings is crucial as it allows you to assess their credibility.

Hiring managers often conduct background investigations and check candidate references to ensure they are qualified for the job and to avoid negligent hiring claims. Similarly, job seekers can gain valuable insights about a company's background before committing their future to it.

What Does a Company Search Provide?

Every Malaysian company, whether it's a Sdn. Bhd or Private Limited company, is mandated to submit their Annual Return and audited financial statements to SSM on an annual basis. SSM maintains a comprehensive database with information on more than 1,000,000 Sdn Bhd companies and over 4,200,000 sole proprietors/partnership businesses registered with them. It's important to note that all information requested from SSM is strictly private and confidential.

Hence, the Company Search (SSM Printout) will provide the following information:

1. Full name of company

2. Old company name (if any)

• Date of change of name (if any)

1. Company number

2. Date of incorporation

3. Registered office address

• Business address of the company

• Type of business

1. Share capital information including authorised and issued capital.

2. Details of the Company Directors including name, address, I/C no and date of appointment.

3. Details of the Company Secretary including name, address, I/C no and date of appointment.

• Details of Shareholders of the company

• Record of Charges / Debentures of the company

• Summary of the financial information of the company