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Section 14 — Company incorporation (SSM)
The application to incorporate a Malaysian company (Sdn. Bhd. or other) with the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM), filed online.
The form is downloaded and submitted on the authority's website.
What this form is for
- Incorporate a company (private Sdn. Bhd., public or unlimited) by completing the Section 14 "Super Form" under the Companies Act 2016.
- You can reserve the name first, or combine the name search and incorporation in one application.
Documents to have ready
- Director details: at least one adult director whose principal or ordinary residence is in Malaysia
- Shareholder details and the full address of the registered office in Malaysia
- A constitution, optional for a company limited by shares but compulsory for a company limited by guarantee
Where to send it
Online on SSM's Corporate Registry System (CRS / MyCoID) portal, after registering and activating an account. A qualified company secretary must be appointed within 30 days of incorporation.
Our tips
- Always download the latest version from the official site.
- Keep a copy of what you send, with the date you sent it.
Frequently asked questions
- I reserved a name: how long do I have to file?
- According to SSM, the incorporation particulars must be filed within 30 days of the name being approved.
The information on this page is general. If in doubt, the official source prevails.