How to Check the Legality of PT and CV Companies Online

How to Check the Legality of PT and CV Companies Online
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Otty Yuniarti Yusariningsih, S.H. - Legal Consultant at vOffice Group

Over 10 years of experience in corporate law, business licensing, and copyright law. Has assisted hundreds of clients in the process of establishing PTs, CVs, and other business entities, as well as in obtaining OSS permits, SIUPs, and business licenses in Indonesia.

Picture of Otty Yuniarti Yusariningsih, S.H.
Otty Yuniarti Yusariningsih, S.H.

Legal Consultant at vOffice Group

Ensuring the legality of a Limited Liability Company (PT) is essential, especially to avoid fraud or investment in illegitimate companies. By checking the company’s legality, you can ensure it is registered and supervised by the government.

How to Check PT Legality through the Ministry of Law and Human Rights Website

One easy way is through the Ministry of Law and Human Rights (Kemenkumham) website. Kemenkumham provides public access to check the legality of companies easily.

Here’s how to check a company’s legality through the Kemenkumham website:

  1. Visit the official Kemenkumham site at ahu.go.id.
  2. Look for the “Business Entity Check” or “Company Directory” menu.
  3. Enter the company name or business license number.
  4. Click “Search” and wait for the results.

Also Read: Differences Between Public and Private PTs: What’s the Difference?

Check Company Legality through the OJK Website

The Financial Services Authority (OJK) oversees companies in the financial sector. OJK plays a significant role in regulating and supervising financial service institutions.
Here’s how to check a company’s legality through the OJK website:

  1. Open the official OJK site at ojk.go.id.
  2. Select the “Registered Companies List” option.
  3. Enter the company name or license number.
  4. Click “Search” to view the results.

Check PT and CV Legality through the Kominfo/Komdigi Website

Kominfo (Ministry of Communication and Information Technology) plays a role in overseeing digital-based services. Tech-based companies are required to register their businesses with Kominfo.
Here’s how to check a company’s legality through the Kominfo website:

  1. Visit kominfo.go.id.
  2. Look for the “Licensing or Business License” option.
  3. Enter the company data you wish to check.
  4. Press “Search” to view the company’s status.

Also Read: Advantages of a Limited Liability Company (PT)

Check Company Legality through the Bappebti Website

The Commodity Futures Trading Regulatory Agency (Bappebti) supervises companies involved in futures trading.
Here are the steps to check legality through the Bappebti website:

  1. Access the website bappebti.go.id.
  2. Select the “Registered Companies List” menu.
  3. Enter the company name or license number.
  4. Press “Search” to obtain legality information.

Check Legality through the BKPM Website

The Indonesia Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) is responsible for coordinating investment in Indonesia. Foreign companies are typically registered here.
Here are the steps to check legality through the BKPM site:

  1. Visit bkpm.go.id.
  2. Select the “Registered Companies” menu.
  3. Enter the company name or registration number.
  4. Press “Search” to view information.

Checking a company’s legality is a crucial step to protect yourself from fraud. Use official sites like Kemenkumham, OJK, Kominfo, Bappebti, and BKPM to verify a company’s legality.

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About the Accuracy of This Article

This article was compiled by the vOffice editorial team and has undergone a review process to ensure the information is relevant and accurate for business owners in Indonesia.

All information is based on applicable regulations governing the establishment and management of business entities, including provisions from the Ministry of Law and Human Rights, the OSS system, copyright regulations, and other relevant regulations. Business regulations are subject to change at any time. We recommend that readers verify the information or consult with a professional before making business decisions.

This article is published solely for educational purposes and does not constitute professional business advice.

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