How to Conduct the SSM Company Name Search

Here is the Guide to Conduct the SSM Company Name Search in Malaysia

Registering a company in Malaysia requires going through the Companies Commission of Malaysia, known more commonly as the SSM (Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia). The SSM is the statutory body in Malaysia that was formed through a merger between the Registrar of Companies (ROC) and the Registrar of Businesses (ROB). The SSM is responsible for regulating all companies and businesses that are in Malaysia.
 

Why Should We Conduct SSM Company Search?

As mentioned, SSM company search is the first step every entrepreneur must do when registering companies in Malaysia. Doing so prevents you from filing for approval for names that are already existing. It is a waste of time to submit a name that is already existing as this will only mean rejection immediately.

Doing SSM company search, in a way, helps you save time. Because you do not have to reapply again for a name, your registration process will go smoothly.

Note that doing SSM company search is free of charge. Make an effort in doing this so you can assure that your proposed company name is yours to take.

 

SSM – Conducting Company Name Search

To begin the business registration process, the prospective businessman would need to first conduct a name search and submit it to the SSM for approval. Only if the company name is not already in use or similar to an existing company will the SSM give the approval for the business to go ahead and be registered.

 

How to Conduct the SSM Company Name Search

Conducting an SSM company name search can be done in 7 easy steps:

1. Visit the SSM website at ssm-einfo.my
2. You will notice an icon that says “Register as an e-Account Member” on the webpage. Click on it to get started.
3. Fill out the e-Registration form that is displayed.
4. Once completed, you will then receive a message that says prompts you to log in now.
5. Login with a username and password of your choosing.
6. Once you have logged in, head to the search icon and click on it.
7. Begin by entering your desired company name into the search option.

If your desired company name does not emerge in the search results, chances are your name should be available for use.

Once you have completed the SSM company name search process, you will then submit an application with the SSM to reserve and register the name officially. Once the SSM has approved your company name, your company name will be reserved for up to three months. During this three month period, you could be required to complete the entire registration process and submit all your documents accordingly for your company’s incorporation.

It is strongly advised that all budding entrepreneurs seeking to establish a new company make full use of the SSM company name search online system to determine their intended company name is available to avoid rejection by the SSM. Keep in mind that some words that you may intend to use in your company name may require prior approval from the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs or from the relevant government agencies, which is why it is important for you to check the availability of your company name beforehand.