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AfghanistanAF · Asia
Afghanistan Central Business Registry & Intellectual Property (ACBRIP)Ministry of Industry and Commerce
Access: not specifiedRequest the fee from the responsible registry.
Search online
The ministry website links to licence verification using a registration, tax or licence number.
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
Åland IslandsAX · Europe
Finnischer Handelsregisterzugang für Åland: PRH / VirrePatent- och registerstyrelsen (PRH)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inTrade Register extract: free. Accounts: EUR 5.02. English extract: EUR 10.67, including applicable VAT.
Search online
Virre offers guest access. Paid products do not require a contract-customer account.
Search language
Virre offers search in English, Finnish and Swedish.
Digital documents
The current extract opens as a PDF. Purchased files are available for retrieval and are also delivered by email.
Document language
Original extracts and organisation rules are in Finnish or Swedish, depending on the registered company language. Translated extracts are separate products in English, Finnish or Swedish. The line of business is not automatically translated and is omitted from the translated extract.
Paper and collection
PRH offers paid paper extracts and certificates. If online payment is unavailable, postal ordering and a paper invoice are available. For a translated extract requiring an apostille, the instructions call for a signed and stamped version delivered by mail.
International delivery
Not specified
AlbaniaAL · Europe
Regjistri TregtarQendra Kombëtare e Biznesit (QKB)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPublic search and electronic commercial register extracts: ALL 0. Paper current extract: ALL 100; historical paper extract: ALL 100, 500 or 1,000 depending on length. ALL is the Albanian lek.
Search online
The QKB guest search displays results and simple, historical and public RPP extracts without an account.
Search language
Albanian
Digital documents
QKB extract views have download icons. After login, e-Albania provides the electronically sealed extract immediately and retains it under Dokumentet e mia.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Paper copies are requested from QKB and collected at its headquarters after notification, with the form and proof of payment.
International delivery
Not specified
AlgeriaDZ · Africa
Sidjilcom / Registre du CommerceCentre National du Registre du Commerce (CNRC)
Access: not specifiedSearch subscription from DA 3,000/year; certificates charged separately
Search online
Yes; account and subscription for details
Search language
Arabic / French / English
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
AndorraAD · Europe
Registre de Societats MercantilsGovern d’Andorra
Access: not specifiedCompany certificate €17.15; duplicate registration certificate or business card €24.66. The separate accounts procedure lists €5.36 per certificate and €0.32 per photocopy.
Search online
Document application with sign-in
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
AngolaAO · Africa
Publicação Online do Guiché Único da EmpresaGuiché Único da Empresa (GUE), Ministry of Justice and Human Rights
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPublic search free; certificate update listed in FAQ: Kz 16,100
Search online
Public name search and detail view without an account or payment.
Search language
Portuguese.
Digital documents
Public HTML registration text. The FAQ allows printing the applicant’s own formation documents from the account.
Document language
Public registry publications are in Portuguese.
Paper and collection
GUE describes counter collection after in-person formation and staff-arranged issuance of an updated certificate. Confirm representation for third-party companies in advance.
International delivery
Not specified
AnguillaAI · Americas
Anguilla Commercial Registry Electronic System (CRES)Anguilla Commercial Registry
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic search and attachments list free
Search online
Yes, free without login
Search language
English
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
Antigua & BarbudaAG · Americas
ABIPCO company registers; FSRC IBC registerABIPCO; Financial Services Regulatory Commission
Free basic searchABIPCO search XCD 40; IBC status report USD 150
Search online
ABIPCO describes a free limited search with periodic updates and prior acceptance of terms.
Search language
English instructions and login
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
ArgentinaAR · Americas
Registro Nacional de SociedadesMinisterio de Justicia de Argentina
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inRNS search is free; an IGJ information report costs 12,000 Argentine pesos (ARS) and standard copies up to 100 pages cost ARS 9,000.
Search online
RNS is searchable without an account and the described CNV route is public. IGJ orders require the appropriate TAD access.
Search language
Spanish
Digital documents
IGJ results arrive in the TAD inbox and can be downloaded as PDF. Embedded attachments may need Adobe Reader. CNV filings have separate file downloads.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
ArmeniaAM · Asia
State Register of Legal Entities: e-register.moj.amMinistry of Justice, Agency of the State Register of Legal Entities
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inCompany search free; extract AMD 3,000; status certificate free
Search online
Yes, free
Search language
Navigation: HY / EN / RU; names: Armenian
Digital documents
PDF extract; declarations as JSON
Document language
Armenian; translation separate
Paper and collection
Apply in person; electronic original
International delivery
Not specified
ArubaAW · Americas
Trade Registry / Handelsregister, My ChamberAruba Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic search free; extract AWG 15/30 by language
Search online
Yes; basic data free
Search language
Dutch search form
Digital documents
Current and historical extracts delivered digitally to the My Chamber inbox.
Document language
Dutch / English / Spanish
Paper and collection
Printed copy at reception
International delivery
The FAQ excludes regular mail for current and historical extracts. Use digital delivery.
AustraliaAU · Oceania
ASIC company and organisation registersAustralian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic search free; current extract AUD 10; with history AUD 20
Search online
ASIC states that register searches need no registration. Online document purchases require a credit card and email.
Search language
The public ABN search is available in English. Search by ABN, ACN or company name. Paid ASIC records are a separate service.
Digital documents
PDF via download link
Document language
Current company extract: English
Paper and collection
Certified copies of public filings are sent by post. ASIC does not certify extracts or copies of registration certificates.
International delivery
Not specified
AustriaAT · Europe
FirmenbuchFirmenbuchgerichte der Republik Österreich; Bundesministerium für Justiz
Access: not specifiedFrom 1 August 2026: current online extract €4.89, including deleted entries €8.20, individual filing €1.52. Extract at court €19. Access-provider charges may be added.
Search online
Anyone may inspect the companies register. JustizOnline document purchases require ID Austria; authorised providers have their own access arrangements.
Search language
German and English
Digital documents
JustizOnline documents are downloaded after purchase; email carries the order confirmation. An electronically signed extract for a specified date is described separately.
Document language
GISA offers searches and officially signed trade-licence extracts in German and English. Use the English search for an English extract. The wording of the authorised trade remains in German.
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
AzerbaijanAZ · Asia
Commercial entities state registerState Tax Service of Azerbaijan
Access: not specifiedOfficial document-copy extract: 2 AZN/page
Search online
Online enquiry
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
BahamasBS · Americas
Corporate Administrative Registry Services (CARS)Registrar of Companies Department
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inName selection free; detailed access paid
Search online
Yes; names free, details paid
Search language
English in registry portal
Digital documents
CARS offers downloads and digital document delivery.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Self-printing provided
International delivery
Not specified
BahrainBH · Asia
SIJILAT: Commercial RegistrationMinistry of Industry and Commerce
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPublic search free; official extract BHD 20
Search online
Yes, free
Search language
EN / AR
Digital documents
Electronic certificates and CR data.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Post or Bahrain Investors Center
International delivery
Not specified
BangladeshBD · Asia
RJSC company recordsOffice of the Registrar of Joint Stock Companies and Firms (RJSC)
Sign-in requiredPer copy: BDT 500 + 75 + 100. The fee information page also lists BDT 20 per application per company.
Search online
Search Entity Names leads to sign-in. Verification of an already issued digital copy is available without login.
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Certified copies by email
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
BarbadosBB · Americas
Business Barbados Digital Corporate RegistryCorporate Affairs and Intellectual Property Office (CAIPO)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic search free; Company Inquiry BBD 5
Search online
Yes; free, no account
Search language
English
Digital documents
CSV list export
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
BelarusBY · Europe
Единый государственный регистр юридических лиц и индивидуальных предпринимателей (ЕГР)Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Belarus
Access: not specifiedAutomated extract: BYN 22.50 in 2026
Search online
Online request for registry information
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Signed PDF by email
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
No paper copy with online order
International delivery
Not specified
BelgiumBE · Europe
Crossroads Bank for Enterprises (KBO / BCE / CBE)FÖD Wirtschaft / FPS Economy
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPublic Search and Consult downloads: €0. Older accounts on request: PDF €5 per document; paper €0.25 per page plus postage. Approved legitimate-interest UBO access is free.
Search online
Yes: Public Search / Consult
Search language
NL / FR / DE / EN
Digital documents
PDF; XBRL / CSV depending on filing
Document language
Filing language; EN only if additionally filed
Paper and collection
Archive copies can be ordered by post
International delivery
Not specified
BelizeBZ · Americas
Belize Companies & Corporate Affairs Registry (BCCAR)Belize Companies & Corporate Affairs Registry
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic search free; Short Extract BZD 100 / USD 50 by access route
Search online
Yes; basic search free
Search language
English
Digital documents
OBRS provides document views and downloads. Access to the information service is required.
Document language
English extract template
Paper and collection
Printing listed; confirm handover
International delivery
Not specified
BeninBJ · Africa
Registre du Commerce et du Crédit Mobilier (RCCM)APIEx; Tribunal de Commerce de Cotonou
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inOnline extract XOF 5,000; Cotonou court certificates XOF 7,000
Search online
Yes, open without login
Search language
French fields; English controls
Digital documents
Download and emailed link
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
In-person route provided
International delivery
Not specified
BermudaBM · Americas
Bermuda Registrar of Companies Online RegisterRegistrar of Companies, Government of Bermuda
Paid basic searchSign-in requiredInspection BMD 13; copy BMD 3 per page
Search online
Yes; account and ID
Search language
English
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
BhutanBT · Asia
Corporate Registry System 2.0Corporate Regulatory Authority of Bhutan
Entry without sign-inInspection and copies subject to fees
Search online
Registration-number check
Search language
English
Digital documents
Public notices are PDFs. Incorporation applicants can receive electronic certificates.
Document language
English notices
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
BoliviaBO · Americas
Registro de Comercio de BoliviaServicio Plurinacional de Registro de Comercio (SEPREC)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inInformation products: BOB 78–175 depending on legal form
Search online
Yes, public search
Search language
Spanish
Digital documents
Digital copies; confirm certificate PDFs
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Collection for certain products
International delivery
Not specified
Bosnia & HerzegovinaBA · Europe
Registri poslovnih subjekata u Bosni i HercegoviniZuständige Registergerichte der Föderation Bosnien und Herzegowina, der Republika Srpska und des Distrikts Brčko
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inShared public company search free. Court extracts in Sarajevo and East Sarajevo: 10 convertible marks (KM) per page. FIA copies: KM 70 electronic or KM 100 paper, plus applicable VAT.
Search online
The shared court search displays basic company details without an account. Digital court extracts and financial reports have separate access routes.
Search language
Bosnian / Croatian / Serbian / English
Digital documents
FIA offers electronic copies and PDF retrieval. Sarajevo describes electronically signed court extracts with QR codes for its specified new-system records.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
FIA and APIF have separate paper-copy tariffs. APIF charges shipping separately.
International delivery
Not specified
BotswanaBW · Africa
Online Business Registration System (OBRS)Companies and Intellectual Property Authority (CIPA)
Access: not specifiedCIPA table: file search BWP30, copy/extract BWP50, certification BWP100; confirm price
Search online
CIPA offers a public company search.
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
CIPA lists certificates by email. Confirm the file format and availability of the particular copy ordered.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Services for physical files and certified copies are described in the fee table. Arrange collection or delivery specifically.
International delivery
Not specified
BrazilBR · Americas
Cadastro Nacional de Pessoas Jurídicas (CNPJ) / Juntas ComerciaisReceita Federal do Brasil / Juntas Comerciais dos Estados e do Distrito Federal
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inFree CNPJ lookup; many São Paulo services are free, with a certified full copy for an Ltda costing BRL 73.00 per filing online
Search online
São Paulo offers free basic and advanced searches. The CNPJ form includes a security check.
Search language
Portuguese
Digital documents
Existing digitised filing images can be downloaded in São Paulo. Under the DREI rules, registry certificates remain available for download for 30 days.
Document language
The official Certidão Simplificada template is in Portuguese. “Nome Empresarial” means company name, “Objeto Social” means business purpose and “Situação” means status.
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
British Indian Ocean TerritoryIO · Africa
BIOT Administration / company-registration jurisdiction enquiriesBritish Indian Ocean Territory Administration
Access: not specifiedObtain the price from the competent registry
Search online
Not specified
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
British Virgin IslandsVG · Americas
Registry of Corporate Affairs / Public SearchBVI Financial Services Commission
Access: not specifiedPaid; tariff depends on document
Search online
Yes; email required
Search language
English
Digital documents
Electronic certificates delivered by email.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Yes; order separately
International delivery
Courier on request
BruneiBN · Asia
One Common Portal (OCP): Companies and Business NamesRegistry of Companies and Business Names, Ministry of Finance and Economy
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inSearch free; electronic company extract BND 30
Search online
Yes, free
Search language
English
Digital documents
Electronic; business names as PDF
Document language
Official company-extract specimen in English. Business-name extract in English; business-name certificate in Malay and English.
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
BulgariaBG · Europe
Търговски регистър и регистър на юридическите лица с нестопанска цел (ТРРЮЛНЦ)Агенция по вписванията (Registry Agency)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPublic research and published documents: €0. Electronic certificate: €1.28 for the first page and €0.77 for each additional page. Paper: €2.56 plus €1.02 per additional page.
Search online
Company search and the current register view are public. Scans and electronic certificates require a separate authenticated account.
Search language
BG / EN
Digital documents
Electronic certificates are delivered as PDFs by email and are also downloadable under My Applications.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Paper certificates are available at a local registry office.
International delivery
Not specified
Burkina FasoBF · Africa
Fichier National RCCM; eActesRCCMMaison de l’Entreprise du Burkina Faso; Ministère de la Justice
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inFree search; listed document downloads XOF 500 each
Search online
Yes, free search without login
Search language
French
Digital documents
FNRCCM lists download products and email delivery. Files depend on the individual entry.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Physical delivery described in terms
International delivery
Not specified
BurundiBI · Africa
Registre du commerce et des sociétésAgence de Développement du Burundi (ADB)
Access: not specifiedInspection free under Article 38; extracts charged; lost-document duplicate BIF 15,000
Search online
Not specified
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
The law provides for inspection at the authority and issue of extracts. Agree specific collection and representation arrangements with ADB.
International delivery
Not specified
CambodiaKH · Asia
Business Registration, Ministry of CommerceMinistry of Commerce
Access: not specifiedRegister copies: KHR 80,000 under the 12 May 2021 tariff. Special certificates: KHR 160,000 per case. CSX report pages: free.
Search online
CSX provides public annual and financial report pages. Registry copies are requested separately from MOC.
Search language
The CSX reports service offers an English entry point.
Digital documents
CSX reports link to PDF attachments. OBR redownloads of a company’s own certificates are a separate company-linked route.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
CameroonCM · Africa
Registre du Commerce et du Crédit Mobilier (RCCM)Greffes compétents et Fichier National RCCM, Ministère de la Justice
Access: not specifiedAsk the competent registry for research and copy fees
Search online
Not specified
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
CanadaCA · Americas
Corporations Canada; provincial and territorial corporate registriesCorporations Canada; provincial and territorial registrars
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inFederal: online copies free, certified copies CAD 40. Ontario: basic search free, profile CAD 8, document copy CAD 3.
Search online
Federal company search and Ontario basic search are public.
Search language
Federal: English / French
Digital documents
Federal: download link by email
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
Cape VerdeCV · Africa
Registo Comercial / Empresa no DiaDireção-Geral dos Registos, Notariado e Identificação (DGRNI); INCV publications
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inINCV search and published PDFs free; newly issued certificates carry a fee
Search online
INCV search by company, date, registered location and NIF. Results link to published PDFs.
Search language
Portuguese.
Digital documents
Public Certidão available as PDF. A fresh certificate through the Justice portal requires sign-in. The PEO certificate service is forthcoming.
Document language
Commercial registration certificate in Portuguese.
Paper and collection
The regulation distinguishes electronic certificates and those issued in person. Agree collection or representation for a specific paper order with the Conservatória.
International delivery
Not specified
Caribbean NetherlandsBQ · Americas
Bonaire Commercial Register / St Eustatius & Saba Commercial RegisterKvK Bonaire; Chamber of Commerce & Industry St. Eustatius & Saba
Sign-in requiredOnline extract USD 9; paper extract USD 15
Search online
Yes; user account required
Search language
Bonaire NL / EN / PAP; Saba/Statia EN / NL
Digital documents
Bonaire: paid online extract under “purchased document” in the account.
Document language
Bonaire lists Dutch, English and Papiamentu for registry information.
Paper and collection
Bonaire: from the chamber
International delivery
Not specified
Cayman IslandsKY · Americas
Companies Register / General RegistryCayman Islands General Registry
Sign-in requiredSearch KYD 30; details or directors KYD 50 each
Search online
Yes; eGov account
Search language
English entry point
Digital documents
Online reports through the research service; entitled CBP users retrieve ordered documents under “Documents Received”.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
Central African RepublicCF · Africa
Registre du Commerce et du Crédit Mobilier (RCCM)Competent registry court; GUFE-RCA as the one-stop contact
Access: not specifiedObtain the fee for the specific copy from the competent registry
Search online
Not specified
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
ChadTD · Africa
Registre du Commerce et du Crédit Mobilier (RCCM)Greffes des juridictions compétentes; ANIE
Access: not specifiedConfirm copy and certification fees with the court registry
Search online
Not specified
Search language
ANIE provides procedural guidance in French. The website also offers English and Arabic language options.
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
ChileCL · Americas
Registro de Empresas y Sociedades (RES)Ministerio de Economía, Fomento y Turismo
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inRES free; Santiago documents from 2,300 Chilean pesos (CLP)
Search online
RES search is available without an account but includes CAPTCHA. Certificates require ClaveÚnica. Public CMF financial data and download links require no login.
Search language
Spanish
Digital documents
CMF financial views link to accounts in PDF and XBRL. The annual report has a separate section.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
ChinaCN · Asia
国家企业信用信息公示系统 (National Enterprise Credit Information Publicity System)State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) and local registration authorities
Free basic searchSign-in requiredPublic portal searches free; formal archive enquiries follow local procedures
Search online
The national portal searches by Chinese registered name or registration identifier. Access to the full published information requires personal identity verification.
Search language
CNINFO provides an English company list for securities research. The national register uses the Chinese registered name as a search key.
Digital documents
Digital registry copies carry official marks and a query watermark. The local Shanghai service offers a stamped print preview. CNINFO permits downloading publications under its terms.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
ColombiaCO · Americas
Registro Único Empresarial y Social (RUES)Kolumbianische Handelskammern; Betrieb des RUES durch Confecámaras
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inRUES basic data free; Bogotá certificates from 6,100 Colombian pesos (COP)
Search online
CCB search and document selection are publicly accessible. The electronic file is a separate reading service with CAPTCHA and time-limited sessions.
Search language
The Bogotá Chamber of Commerce (CCB) company search is available in Spanish. Search options include company name, registration number and identification number.
Digital documents
Purchased CCB certificates are downloaded as digitally signed original PDFs. The guide states availability 5 to 10 minutes after payment, with a 60-calendar-day download period.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
ComorosKM · Africa
RCCM / GENERIC Annonces légalesANPI Comores and commercial court registries
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inLegal notice free; current registry copy subject to the competent court registry’s tariff
Search online
Public notice search by RCCM number, date range and legal form.
Search language
French. The language menu also offers English and Portuguese.
Digital documents
Publicly downloadable notice PDFs. Request current file copies separately from the court registry.
Document language
The linked notice is in French.
Paper and collection
The formation workflow describes delivery to management. Paper-copy delivery to outside applicants must be agreed with the court registry.
International delivery
Not specified
Congo - BrazzavilleCG · Africa
Registre du Commerce et du Crédit Mobilier (RCCM) / ACPCECompetent RCCM registry; Agence Congolaise Pour la Création des Entreprises
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPublic list free; confirm extract fee with the competent office
Search online
Public ACPCE table with company-name and RCCM-number filters. No account required.
Search language
French.
Digital documents
Public HTML table. The law also provides for electronic extracts.
Document language
The public list is French. Confirm the language of an official copy separately.
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
Congo - KinshasaCD · Africa
Registre du Commerce et du Crédit Mobilier (RCCM); ARSP-BranchenverzeichnisRegistergeschäftsstellen / GUCE; ARSP für das Subunternehmerverzeichnis
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inARSP search free; request separate prices for current RCCM information and copies
Search online
Free ARSP search within a sector directory.
Search language
French and partly English
Digital documents
ARSP offers company lists as PDF and Excel exports.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
Cook IslandsCK · Oceania
Cook Islands Companies & Incorporated Societies RegistryMinistry of Justice
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic free; full access NZD 5; certificates NZD 15 or 25
Search online
Yes, basic search free
Search language
English
Digital documents
Digital records and certificates
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Self-printing; post not promised
International delivery
Not specified
Costa RicaCR · Americas
Registro de Personas Jurídicas / RNPDigitalRegistro Nacional de Costa Rica
Sign-in requiredLiteral/index certificate CRC 2,930; archive study CRC 8,500
Search online
Online account; name or company number
Search language
Spanish
Digital documents
Download; archive study digitally signed
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Registry offices; extra apostille step
International delivery
Not specified
Côte d’IvoireCI · Africa
Registre du Commerce et du Crédit Mobilier (RCCM)Tribunal de Commerce d’Abidjan et greffes locaux
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPublic search without payment; request document price from the registry
Search online
Yes, public RCCM search
Search language
French
Digital documents
Electronic procedures; confirm PDF delivery
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
CroatiaHR · Europe
Sudski registarRegisterführende Handelsgerichte; Ministarstvo pravosuđa, uprave i digitalne transformacije
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inCompany search and current/historical extracts: €0. Other court copies: €1 per started page; certificates: €3. Publicly filed financial statements: free with registration.
Search online
Court-register search, results and company views require no account. The official extract request then asks for a contact email address.
Search language
Croatian
Digital documents
The official court extract is available directly and through an emailed retrieval link. Fina financial summaries are separately available electronically.
Document language
Ordered Fina financial summaries are available in Croatian, English and German. The English interface does not translate other registry documents.
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
CubaCU · Americas
Registro MercantilMinisterio de Justicia
Access: not specifiedPDF lists freely accessible; certificates attract document tax and potentially other charges
Search online
Yes, with limits: name searches within dated official PDF lists for MIPYMES and CNA.
Search language
Spanish in the published lists.
Digital documents
Official company lists as PDFs. Digital ordering and delivery of individual certificates are not documented.
Document language
The linked company list is Spanish. Confirm the issue language of individual certificates with the registry.
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
CuraçaoCW · Americas
Commercial Register / HandelsregisterCuraçao Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic search free; originally signed extract XCG 25
Search online
Yes; free basic search
Search language
English / Dutch
Digital documents
Digital registry extract by email after advance payment.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Collection at the chamber
International delivery
Not specified
CyprusCY · Asia
Register of Business Entities, Department of Registrar of Companies and Intellectual PropertyDepartment of Registrar of Companies and Intellectual Property, Republic of Cyprus
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic information: €0. Detailed file: €10. Most certificates: €20. Certified constitution by post: €40 with a supplied copy, €50 without.
Search online
Guest search and the company view require no login. Study File leads to CY Login.
Search language
The search form is available in Greek and English. Selecting Türkçe translates parts of the page; the search fields still appeared in English.
Digital documents
Electronically ordered certificates appear in the personal workspace after submission and payment. They include an authenticity code.
Document language
The official order form has separate copy-count columns for Greek and English certificates.
Paper and collection
Paper certificates can be posted or collected from a mailbox at the Registrar’s office. The application form offers By Post and By Hand.
International delivery
Not specified
CzechiaCZ · Europe
Veřejný rejstřík a Sbírka listinMinisterstvo spravedlnosti České republiky; rejstříkové soudy
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inOnline extracts and document viewing: free. Czech POINT: up to CZK 100 for the first page and CZK 50 per further page.
Search online
The public register view requires neither registration nor a Czech electronic identity.
Search language
Czech
Digital documents
Current and full extracts can be downloaded as electronically signed PDFs. A separate citizen service sends the PDF to a linked state Datová schránka mailbox.
Document language
The full online extract is in Czech. “Obchodní firma” means company name, “Sídlo” means registered office and “Statutární orgán” identifies the statutory body authorised to represent the company.
Paper and collection
Czech POINT issues current or full paper extracts. It also offers authorised conversion of an electronic extract.
International delivery
Not specified
DenmarkDK · Europe
Det Centrale Virksomhedsregister (CVR)Erhvervsstyrelsen (Danish Business Authority)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPublic profiles and digital accounts free. Registration certificate DKK 300; signature add-on DKK 120; express adds DKK 450 per order.
Search online
General company information is available without login. Beneficial ownership has separate access requirements.
Search language
Dansk, English and Kalaallisut in the actual CVR language selector.
Digital documents
The company profile offers “Gem som PDF” or “Save as PDF”, for all data or expanded sections. Accounts are offered in PDF, XBRL or iXBRL depending on the filing; not every filing has every format.
Document language
The profile offers Danish or English PDF export. This does not automatically translate filed accounts. Registration history and additional-document orders remain marked as Danish even in the English interface. Annual reports are generally in Danish or English; exceptions apply to foreign companies.
Paper and collection
Ordered documents are normally emailed. Items requiring paper handling, such as physical signatures, are sent by DAO. Collection is available at Langelinie Allé 17, Copenhagen, after email notification.
International delivery
Not specified
DjiboutiDJ · Africa
Registre de Commerce et des Sociétés (RCS)Office Djiboutien de la Propriété Industrielle et Commerciale (ODPIC)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPublic publications free; extract FDJ 5,000
Search online
Yes. Public registration publications with a search field and freely readable detail pages.
Search language
French.
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Publication and request form in French. Ask separately about official translations.
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
DominicaDM · Americas
CIPO E-RegistryCompanies and Intellectual Property Office (CIPO)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inFree online search; copy XCD 1/page plus XCD 5 search
Search online
Yes, free public search
Search language
English
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
Dominican RepublicDO · Americas
Registro Mercantil / Cámara en la RedDominikanische Handelskammern / Dominican Chambers of Commerce
Access: not specifiedSanto Domingo: certificate DOP 1,000; certified copy DOP 800 + 2/page in linked tariff effective December 2022
Search online
Certificate checks; further portal enquiries
Search language
Spanish
Digital documents
Official documents with a digital signature.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Collection at the responsible chamber
International delivery
Not specified
EcuadorEC · Americas
SCVS Consulta de Compañías; Registros MercantilesSuperintendencia de Compañías, Valores y Seguros; competent local Registro Mercantil
Access: not specifiedSCVS certificates free according to official service listing
Search online
Online company search
Search language
Spanish
Digital documents
SCVS offers free electronic certificates with verification codes.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Original signature: registry collection
International delivery
Not specified
EgyptEG · Africa
Commercial Registry / السجل التجاريInternal Trade Development Authority (ITDA)
Access: not specifiedGazette publicly accessible; official orders charged under the applicable transaction tariff
Search online
Yes. Public gazette by office and period; current registry inquiry through Digital Egypt requires login and Egyptian identification.
Search language
The search and application pages are in Arabic.
Digital documents
Gazette issues linked as PDFs. Electronic registry copies and downloads are officially described, subject to login and eligibility.
Document language
Gazette in Arabic. Confirm the language of newly issued extracts and translation options for the particular order.
Paper and collection
Standard-extract collection at the registry office using a four-digit code is described. Collection generally required within one month of the order.
International delivery
Not specified
El SalvadorSV · Americas
Registro de ComercioCentro Nacional de Registros (CNR), El Salvador
Access: not specifiedInformation USD 5; full copy USD 6 plus USD 0.25 per sheet
Search online
Name availability; information on request
Search language
Spanish name-availability form
Digital documents
Electronically signed email delivery
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Collection at selected office
International delivery
Not specified
Equatorial GuineaGQ · Africa
Registro Mercantil / Ventanilla Única EmpresarialRegistro Mercantil and Ventanilla Única Empresarial
Access: not specifiedConfirm current copying and certificate fees with Registro Mercantil
Search online
Not specified
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
EritreaER · Africa
Commercial Register / Business Licensing and Registration DivisionMinistry of Trade and Industry
Access: not specifiedRegistration and licence fees provided for by law; obtain the current copying fee from BLRD
Search online
Not specified
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
EstoniaEE · Europe
e-Äriregister (e-Business Register)Registration Department of Tartu County Court; Centre of Registers and Information Systems (RIK)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inQuick search and ordinary company filings: €0. Documents from public NGO files: €2 each. Notarial certification costs extra.
Search online
Quick search accepts a name, registry code or VAT number.
Search language
An English search interface is documented.
Digital documents
Notaries can send digitally certified file documents electronically; this requires a digitally signed application.
Document language
Registry card: English, machine translated
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
EswatiniSZ · Africa
Registrar of CompaniesMinistry of Commerce, Industry and Trade / Registrar of Companies
Access: not specifiedRegistry inspection and copies subject to prescribed fees
Search online
Online name-availability checking is officially described.
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
EthiopiaET · Africa
Online Trade Registration and Licensing System (OTRLS), eTradeMinistry of Trade and Regional Integration (MOTRI)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPublic verification free; application certificates subject to a payment order
Search online
Public search by TIN or business licence number, with registration and licence details.
Search language
Amharic, English and Afaan Oromoo in the language menu.
Digital documents
Free HTML information. Certificates for the applicant’s approved and paid procedures can be downloaded from the account.
Document language
The free registry views are available in English and Amharic.
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
Falkland IslandsFK · Americas
Companies Registry / FIG Registry ServicesRegistrar General, Falkland Islands Government
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic search free; file research £42.95 per hour, certified copy £32.40
Search online
Yes, free; data still being populated
Search language
English
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
Faroe IslandsFO · Europe
Skráseting FøroyaSkráseting Føroya, Vinnustovnurin
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inSearch and PDF free. Certified Tekningarútskrift: kr. 100; company extract: kr. 450; certified annual accounts: kr. 200.
Search online
Search by company name or registration number. Use the date range to narrow the results if needed. Results include companies and dated registry notices, so the same entity may appear more than once.
Search language
English form with Name / Reg.no., From date and To date. A Faroese site version is linked; notice text in the English results remains Faroese.
Digital documents
Tekningarútskrift PDF through “Tak niður” in the company record. No account or payment required.
Document language
The downloaded Tekningarútskrift is in Faroese. English search fields do not translate the extract. Confirm other output languages with the authority.
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
FijiFJ · Oceania
Registrar of Companies: Buy InformationMinistry of Justice / Registrar of Companies
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inSearch results free; document price example: $11.25 per selection
Search online
Yes, without sign-in
Search language
English
Digital documents
Email; profile sample as PDF
Document language
Profile sample in English
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
FinlandFI · Europe
Kaupparekisteri / Handelsregistret: Virre Information ServiceFinnish Patent and Registration Office (PRH)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inTrade Register extract: free. Accounts: EUR 5.02. English extract: EUR 10.67, including applicable VAT.
Search online
Virre offers guest access. Paid products do not require a contract-customer account.
Search language
English, Finnish and Swedish in the Virre interface.
Digital documents
The current extract opens as a PDF. Purchased files are available for retrieval and are also delivered by email.
Document language
Original extracts and organisation rules are in Finnish or Swedish, depending on the registered company language. Translated extracts are separate products in English, Finnish or Swedish. The line of business is not automatically translated and is omitted from the translated extract.
Paper and collection
PRH offers paid paper extracts and certificates. If online payment is unavailable, postal ordering and a paper invoice are available. For a translated extract requiring an apostille, the instructions call for a signed and stamped version delivered by mail.
International delivery
Not specified
FranceFR · Europe
Registre national des entreprises (RNE) et Registre du commerce et des sociétés (RCS)Institut national de la propriété industrielle (INPI); greffes des tribunaux pour le RCS et le Kbis
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inRNE data and registration certificate: free. Third-party Kbis: €3.06 electronically, €4 by post or €2.44 at court (official guidance dated 3 April 2026).
Search online
Public RNE data can be searched. Additional DATA INPI documents require an account.
Search language
DATA INPI: FR / EN
Digital documents
RNE certificate as PDF
Document language
K / Kbis: French
Paper and collection
Kbis extracts can be ordered for postal delivery.
International delivery
Not specified
French GuianaGF · Americas
DATA INPI / RNE / Sirene: French GuianaInstitut national de la propriété industrielle (INPI); greffes des tribunaux pour le RCS et le Kbis
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inRNE certificate and public RNE data free; court documents priced by delivery route.
Search online
Public RNE data can be searched. Additional DATA INPI documents require an account.
Search language
DATA INPI: FR / EN
Digital documents
RNE certificate as PDF
Document language
K / Kbis: French
Paper and collection
Kbis extracts can be ordered for postal delivery.
International delivery
Not specified
French PolynesiaPF · Oceania
RCS Papeete / Infogreffe Polynésie et RTEGreffe du Tribunal mixte de commerce de Papeete / Institut de la statistique de la Polynésie française
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inRTE notice free. Registry form: Kbis XPF 396; secure email adds XPF 299 per unit.
Search online
Yes. Search RTE by name, Tahiti number, NAF or commune; obtain RCS documents through Infogreffe.pf.
Search language
French search interfaces at ISPF and Infogreffe.pf.
Digital documents
RTE: printable PDF notice. Infogreffe.pf offers downloadable Kbis and acts; the registry form additionally offers secure email delivery. Those sources do not explicitly specify the Kbis file format.
Document language
RTE notice in French.
Paper and collection
The FAQ describes immediate Kbis issue at the counter. Written postal requests with payment are provided for; the form alternatively offers secure email delivery.
International delivery
Not specified
French Southern TerritoriesTF · Africa
TAAF Administration / French enterprise-register routes for registered operatorsAdministration des TAAF; INPI and competent court registries
Access: not specifiedRNE certificate free; Kbis and specific records separately priced
Search online
French-registered operators: DATA INPI search by name, SIREN or SIRET. Identify the incorporation jurisdiction for other operators.
Search language
DATA INPI offers French and English. The TAAF specialist information is in French.
Digital documents
For RNE-registered companies, the registration certificate is available as a PDF.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Kbis can be obtained from the competent registry or by post.
International delivery
Not specified
GabonGA · Africa
GNI: publications officielles des entreprisesAgence Nationale de Promotion des Investissements du Gabon (ANPI-Gabon)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPublic search and notice PDFs free
Search online
Yes, public announcements
Search language
French and English
Digital documents
Yes, announcement PDFs
Document language
Notice in French
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
GambiaGM · Africa
Companies Registry / Companies DepartmentRegistrar of Companies, Ministry of Justice, The Gambia
Access: not specifiedAsk the Companies Department for research and copy charges
Search online
Not specified
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
English in the PDF
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
GeorgiaGE · Asia
Registry of Entrepreneurs and Non-Entrepreneurial (Non-Commercial) Legal EntitiesNational Agency of Public Registry (NAPR)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inSearch free; new online extracts from 13 GEL
Search online
Search company requires no account. Opening a result may trigger a security code.
Search language
The search interface offers English; companies are searched using the registered Georgian name or identifier.
Digital documents
Electronic archive copies available
Document language
An English registry extract is available for a separate language surcharge.
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
GermanyDE · Europe
Gemeinsames Registerportal der Länder und UnternehmensregisterRegistergerichte der Länder; Portalbetrieb durch Nordrhein-Westfalen. Rechnungslegungsunterlagen über das Unternehmensregister.
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inOnline AD, CD, HD and register filings: €0. Court-issued paper copy: ordinary €10, official €20. Deposited accounts: €1 plus VAT.
Search online
Yes: register portal / Company Register
Search language
German / English
Digital documents
Register extracts as PDF downloads
Document language
German; additional filed translations may exist
Paper and collection
Court-issued paper copies on request
International delivery
Not specified
GhanaGH · Africa
Office of the Registrar of Companies: Business RegistersOffice of the Registrar of Companies (ORC)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inFree name check; register search GHS 30; charges and insolvency search GHS 150
Search online
The free name check is available without an account. Formal detailed searches are requested separately from ORC.
Search language
The ORC public name search is available in English. Formal information searches are requested separately.
Digital documents
The Companies Bulletin is offered electronically and in print. Its specific electronic delivery channel still needs confirmation.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
GibraltarGI · Europe
Companies House GibraltarCompanies House Gibraltar
Access: not specifiedOnline profile £10 plus the required subscription. Manually ordered standard profile £20.50, certified £25.50. Standard good-standing certificate £62.
Search online
Electronic file searches use e-Registry with a paid subscription. Email orders and in-person inspection provide alternatives for one-off enquiries.
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
A standard profile can be emailed as a PDF. e-Registry offers scanned documents for download with a paid subscription.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Company Profiles are available for collection the next working day. Certified profiles are paper documents; the Registry also offers post for requests from outside Gibraltar.
International delivery
Guidance Note 8 confirms postal delivery of a certified Company Profile requested from outside Gibraltar. Confirm the destination, postage and transit time before ordering.
GreeceGR · Europe
Γενικό Εμπορικό Μητρώο (General Commercial Register, GEMI)GEMI-Registerstellen unter Aufsicht des Ministeriums für Entwicklung; zentrale Technik bei der Union of Hellenic Chambers
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPublic searches and published filings: €0. Each requested certificate or copy: €5.
Search online
Public search and company views require no login. Electronic certificates are ordered after sign-in.
Search language
Search offers English.
Digital documents
Electronic delivery in service portal
Document language
Additional filings in other official EU languages are possible. This does not ensure an English document for every entry.
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
GreenlandGL · Americas
Det Centrale Virksomhedsregister (CVR)Erhvervsstyrelsen
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPublic profiles and digitally available accounts free. Manually produced registration certificate DKK 300, signature add-on DKK 120; express handling adds DKK 450 per order.
Search online
Public search by company name or CVR number without an account. Company profiles include a selection of available documents.
Search language
Dansk, English and Kalaallisut in the actual CVR language selector.
Digital documents
The company profile offers “Gem som PDF” or “Save as PDF”, for all data or expanded sections. Accounts are offered in PDF, XBRL or iXBRL depending on the filing; not every filing has every format.
Document language
The profile offers Danish or English PDF export. This does not automatically translate filed accounts. Registration history and additional-document orders remain marked as Danish even in the English interface.
Paper and collection
Ordered documents are normally emailed. Items requiring paper handling, such as physical signatures, are sent by DAO. Collection is available at Langelinie Allé 17, Copenhagen, after email notification.
International delivery
Not specified
GrenadaGD · Americas
Register of Companies / CAIPOCorporate Affairs and Intellectual Property Office (CAIPO)
Access: not specifiedInspection and copies subject to fees; obtain the amount from CAIPO
Search online
Not specified
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
GuadeloupeGP · Americas
DATA INPI / RNE / Sirene: GuadeloupeInstitut national de la propriété industrielle (INPI); greffes des tribunaux pour le RCS et le Kbis
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inRNE certificate and public RNE data free; court documents priced by delivery route.
Search online
Public RNE data can be searched. Additional DATA INPI documents require an account.
Search language
DATA INPI: FR / EN
Digital documents
RNE certificate as PDF
Document language
K / Kbis: French
Paper and collection
The local registry offers Kbis extracts, filings and accounts by post. Its fee table distinguishes postal orders from online viewing.
International delivery
Not specified
GuatemalaGT · Americas
Registro Mercantil General de la RepúblicaRegistro Mercantil General de la República, Guatemala
Paid basic searchSign-in requiredCertificate GTQ 50; file copies may add GTQ 2 per extra sheet
Search online
Yes, account and credit
Search language
Spanish required
Digital documents
Certificates and file copies provided by electronic download.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
GuernseyGG · Europe
Guernsey RegistryGuernsey Registry, States of Guernsey
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic search free. Statements, good-standing certificates and individual copies: £15 electronic, £50 electronically certified or £100 certified paper.
Search online
Enter a name or registration number, using at least three characters. Basic information is free without an account.
Search language
The official portal guide shows an English interface: “Entity Search”, “View”, “Profile”, “Officials” and “Events”.
Digital documents
Standard and electronically certified copies by email. Certified paper copies by post or collection. Signed-in users can also download email orders from “Orders”.
Document language
The official Statement of the Register sample is an English PDF. The language of other filed originals depends on the document.
Paper and collection
Certified paper copies can be posted or collected from the Registry. Collection orders receive an email when ready.
International delivery
Not specified
GuineaGN · Africa
RCCM / SyNERGUI Annonces légalesGuinea Development Board / APIP and competent registry court
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inNotice search and PDFs free; request a current RCCM extract separately
Search online
Search by name, RCCM number, abbreviation, legal form and date.
Search language
French in the search service.
Digital documents
Public notices are available as PDFs. Order a current certified RCCM extract separately.
Document language
Notice in French.
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Notices are directly available online. Agree international postal delivery of newly ordered registry documents separately with the Greffe.
Guinea-BissauGW · Africa
RCCM / Centro de Formalização de EmpresasCentro de Formalização de Empresas (CFE)
Access: not specifiedDuplicate certificate uses a payment reference; confirm the amount with CFE
Search online
Not specified
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Older incorporation instructions: collection from CFE against payment and filing receipts. Confirm today’s copy-request conditions separately.
International delivery
Not specified
HaitiHT · Americas
Guichet MCI / Registre du CommerceMinistère du Commerce et de l’Industrie
Access: not specifiedPublic search form; obtain third-party inquiry and copy prices from MCI
Search online
The portal offers public name checks. Select the relevant company category and complete the security check.
Search language
French.
Digital documents
MCI describes emailed certificates for registering entrepreneurs and a digitalised CIP. Confirm format and third-party access separately.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
The SNC/SCS procedure describes return of a signed and sealed constitutive document. Confirm delivery of a third-party copy separately with DAJ.
International delivery
Not specified
HondurasHN · Americas
Registros Mercantiles: Francisco Morazán y CortésInstituto de la Propiedad / CCIT / CCIC
Access: not specifiedFrancisco Morazán: full certificate HNL 300 up to 10 pages, then HNL 20/page; entry confirmation HNL 200
Search online
Yes, through the local register
Search language
Spanish
Digital documents
View digitised registry records online
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
Hong Kong SAR ChinaHK · Asia
Companies Registry e-Search ServicesHong Kong Companies Registry
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inName and document indexes are free. Company report HKD 22; guest download of an annual return HKD 18.
Search online
e-Search offers guest access without an annual subscription.
Search language
Use English or traditional Chinese characters for the company-name search. Simplified Chinese characters may cause an existing company name to be missed.
Digital documents
Image records can be ordered for download. Guests use order and download codes; files remain available for seven calendar days.
Document language
Filings: Chinese or English
Paper and collection
Certified copies are issued on paper. Online orders offer postal or courier delivery at additional cost.
International delivery
Not specified
HungaryHU · Europe
CégnyilvántartásCégbíróságok; Céginformációs és az Elektronikus Cégeljárásban Közreműködő Szolgálat
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inCompany research and published accounts are free. An ordered current extract costs HUF 1,000 uncertified or HUF 3,400 as a public instrument. Historical extracts cost HUF 1,700 or HUF 5,700 respectively.
Search online
The free search interface requires no login. Overseas document orders use a separate application process.
Search language
Hungarian
Digital documents
The order form offers email delivery. Approved NAV information is sent to the registered email address.
Document language
German can be selected for registry information in the order form. This does not automatically translate filed articles or accounts.
Paper and collection
The order form offers paper collection or postal delivery.
International delivery
Not specified
IcelandIS · Europe
FyrirtækjaskráSkatturinn / Ríkisskattstjóri
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inSearch, registration overview and online annual accounts: ISK 0. Certified certificate: ISK 1,500. Electronically sealed registry copy: ISK 1,000; paper copy: ISK 1,500.
Search online
Public search by company name or kennitala requires no personal identification.
Search language
Icelandic
Digital documents
Free registry summaries and electronic accounts are supplied for download through the shopping cart.
Document language
The free summary is available in Icelandic and English. Certified online certificates are Icelandic; certified English certificates require a separate request.
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
IndiaIN · Asia
MCA21: Master Data Services / View Public DocumentsMinistry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India
Sign-in requiredCompany inspection: published tariff INR 100 per company
Search online
Online, with sign-in
Search language
English entry; Hindi option
Digital documents
VPD provides downloads through “My Workspace”. Files remain available for a limited period.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Postal copies historically documented
International delivery
Not specified
IndonesiaID · Asia
AHU Online: Pencarian/Unduh DataDirektorat Jenderal Administrasi Hukum Umum, Kementerian Hukum
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inFree name search; latest PT profile IDR 100,000; full PT profile IDR 500,000
Search online
Public PT name search precedes the separate profile-order process.
Search language
The AHU search uses Indonesian labels. Choose “Pencarian/Unduh Data” (search/download data), then “Perseroan” (company), and enter the company name.
Digital documents
AHU profiles are downloaded as PDFs. An emailed retrieval link is also provided and remains usable for seven days after the transaction.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
IranIR · Asia
National Legal Entity ID / Official GazetteIranian registration authority / Official Gazette
Access: not specifiedRequest current fees from the registry
Search online
The guide describes an identity search and a Gazette search.
Search language
Persian.
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Example identity records and notices are Persian.
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
IraqIQ · Asia
Companies Registration Department / دائرة تسجيل الشركاتMinistry of Trade, Companies Registration Department
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inFree search and bulletin PDF; certified copies incur a fee
Search online
Public company search by category, name or number without an account.
Search language
Arabic search interface and table headings in the category.
Digital documents
Yes, daily official bulletins as PDFs. Individual certified copies are a separate process.
Document language
The bulletin cover and contents pages are in Arabic.
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
IrelandIE · Europe
Companies Registration Office: Companies Online Registration Environment (CORE)Companies Registration Office (CRO)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic checks free; document image EUR 2.50; company printout EUR 3.50.
Search online
CORE offers a free basic view by name or number. Document images are selected and purchased separately.
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Electronic reports and document images
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Public counter or postal request
International delivery
Not specified
Isle of ManIM · Europe
Isle of Man Companies RegistryIsle of Man Government, Central Registry
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inSearch and document list free. Price example for a 2006 Act company: document £2, complete file £15, Charges Register £2. Certificate of Fact or Good Standing: £50 each.
Search online
Public name or number search with an entity summary and document list. No sign-in required.
Search language
English in the search form, results and document selection.
Digital documents
The portal offers company files and individual documents for online purchase. The document list is public; purchase requires an Online Services account.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
IsraelIL · Asia
Israeli Corporations Authority: Companies RegistrarIsraeli Corporations Authority
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic search and status certificate free; extracts and files charged; individual certified file copy ILS 30.
Search online
Free public company-name or company-number search without sign-in.
Search language
The actual search form is in Hebrew. English and Arabic government instructions link to this service.
Digital documents
Extracts and status certificates are delivered by email. A scanned company file is supplied through a download link sent by email.
Document language
Extracts: Hebrew or limited English. English requires a registered English name and excludes liens and extended information. Incorporation, name-change and status certificates are available in Hebrew and English.
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
ItalyIT · Europe
Registro delle ImpreseCamere di Commercio; technical operator InfoCamere
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic search is free. Online company report: sole trader €3, partnership €3.50, corporation €5. Accounts through the international portal cost €2.50. Historical Telemaco reports cost €4, €4.50 or €6 according to legal form.
Search online
ItalianBusinessRegister searches by company name or activity. Document orders require a separate account.
Search language
International portal: German / English
Digital documents
Telemaco supplies filed accounts as PDFs. Available XBRL financial data can then be converted into other formats.
Document language
Company Report: English
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
JamaicaJM · Americas
Companies Office of Jamaica (COJ)Companies Office of Jamaica
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic search free; details $50 as listed, confirm currency
Search online
Yes; basic search free
Search language
English
Digital documents
Certificates are issued digitally after email verification. Document viewing uses protected PDFs with Locklizard.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Certificates digital; enquire about copies
International delivery
Not specified
JapanJP · Asia
Commercial and Corporate Registration / 商業・法人登記Ministry of Justice; Legal Affairs Bureaux
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic data free · register PDF JPY 330 · official certificate from JPY 490
Search online
Corporate-number search requires no account. The separate registry-PDF service requires access credentials.
Search language
Corporate-number search offers Japanese and English. English names and addresses appear only if submitted by the organisation.
Digital documents
Paid registry information is supplied as a PDF under My Page. It is not an official certificate.
Document language
English annual securities reports are separately available where the company provides a translation.
Paper and collection
Official registry certificates are supplied on paper by post or for collection, including when ordered online.
International delivery
Not specified
JerseyJE · Europe
JFSC RegistryJersey Financial Services Commission
Entry without sign-inStandard copies free; certification from £51
Search online
Yes: public search
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
PDF by email
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Signed paper copies by post
International delivery
Not specified
JordanJO · Asia
Companies Control Department: company enquiriesCompanies Control Department (CCD)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inSearch free; certification JOD 5, statement JOD 10
Search online
Yes, free
Search language
Arabic
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Collection by entitled person
International delivery
Not specified
KazakhstanKZ · Asia
State database Legal Entities: eGov P30.01Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Kazakhstan
Free basic searchSign-in requiredOfficial information free
Search online
Yes, free with sign-in
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Electronic enquiries through the portal or app.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
KenyaKE · Africa
Companies RegistryBusiness Registration Service (BRS)
Sign-in requiredCompany official search CR12: 650 Kenyan shillings (KES); CMA reports portal free
Search online
BRS Official Search uses an eCitizen account. The CMA reports view is accessible without an account.
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
The CMA portal provides public financial reports as PDFs for viewing and download.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
KiribatiKI · Oceania
Business and Companies Regulatory Division (BCRD)Ministry of Tourism, Commerce, Industry and Cooperatives
Access: not specifiedMinistry page: 50 c inspection, 50 c per copy page; confirm tariff
Search online
Not specified
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
KosovoXK · Europe
Agjencia për Regjistrimin e Bizneseve të Kosovës (ARBK / KBRA)Kosovo Business Registration Agency (KBRA)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inSearch free; certificate EUR 2; copy EUR 0.20/page
Search online
Free without an account
Search language
SQ / EN / SR; some data in Albanian
Digital documents
Download once the file is released
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Certificates and copies on request
International delivery
Not specified
KuwaitKW · Asia
Commercial Registry, Ministry of Commerce and IndustryMinistry of Commerce and Industry (MOCI)
Access: not specifiedExtract KWD 7; registration certificate KWD 7
Search online
Not specified
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
KyrgyzstanKG · Asia
Unified State Register of Legal Entities, Branches and Representative OfficesMinistry of Justice, Kyrgyz Republic
Access: not specifiedUrgent extracts are chargeable; ask the office for the tariff
Search online
Electronic registry services through Tunduk
Search language
Directory KY/RU
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
LaosLA · Asia
Electronic Business Registration System (eBRS)Ministry of Industry and Commerce
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inFree public search; request official-copy fees from the registry
Search online
Public eBRS search by number, name and other criteria. No account required.
Search language
English and Lao; separate fields for both company names.
Digital documents
Public data in a browser view.
Document language
Official template: Lao
Paper and collection
The new-registration procedure provides for certificate collection after payment. Establish collection arrangements for a later third-party order separately.
International delivery
Not specified
LatviaLV · Europe
Latvijas Republikas Uzņēmumu reģistrs (Register of Enterprises of the Republic of Latvia)Register of Enterprises of the Republic of Latvia
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inCurrent data: €0. Historical records and public documents after authentication: €0. Register statement: €9. Certified registration-file copy: €9 per document.
Search online
Current company data is available through public search without login.
Search language
The portal has Latvian and English views. Notices may differ between them.
Digital documents
Ordered registry information can be delivered electronically. Public file copies are retrieved after login.
Document language
The incorporation documents of a SIA, a Latvian limited liability company, must be prepared in Latvian. This includes its articles of association.
Paper and collection
Postal delivery can expressly be selected for ordered registry information.
International delivery
Not specified
LebanonLB · Asia
السجل التجاري / Commercial RegisterMinistry of Justice; competent court registry
Access: not specifiedDocument-specific fees and stamps; confirm the old portal tariff before payment
Search online
Official search by full or partial trade name or registration number.
Search language
Arabic interface and search instructions.
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
The official specimen is Arabic.
Paper and collection
The procedure describes signed certificates handed over to the person concerned or an authorised representative.
International delivery
Not specified
LesothoLS · Africa
Lesotho Companies RegisterMinistry of Trade and Industry / Registrar of Companies
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inSearch and Business Extract PDF free; certified copies supplied separately
Search online
Yes, free without login
Search language
English
Digital documents
Yes, free PDF extract
Document language
English
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
LiberiaLR · Africa
Liberia Business Registry / Liberian Corporate RegistryMinistry of Commerce and Industry / Liberian Corporate Registry
Access: not specifiedRequest an order-specific document price from LBR or LISCR
Search online
eCorp lets clients check their own entities’ status.
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
LISCR describes electronic documents and certificates through eCorp for clients. Confirm the specific file format before ordering.
Document language
The published Goodstanding specimen is English. Check the language of other filings separately.
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
LibyaLY · Africa
Commercial Register / General Commercial RegistryCompetent commercial registry offices, Libya
Access: not specifiedRequest current extract, certification and delivery charges
Search online
Not specified
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
LiechtensteinLI · Europe
Handelsregister / FirmenindexAmt für Justiz, Fürstentum Liechtenstein
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPartial extract free. Electronic extract: CHF 10 uncertified, CHF 15 certified. Certified paper: CHF 15, minimum CHF 20 if posted; shipping charges may apply.
Search online
Public company search provides a free partial extract. A certified full extract is available to order for a fee.
Search language
German and English in the company-index language selector.
Digital documents
Electronic extracts are explicitly priced: CHF 10 uncertified, CHF 15 certified. Confirm the exact file format and delivery channel when ordering.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Certified paper extract: CHF 15, minimum CHF 20 if posted under Annex 2 A.2. Shipping charges are listed separately in A.17.
International delivery
The fee regulation provides for overseas delivery at a maximum shipping charge of CHF 15. Domestic delivery, including Switzerland, is capped at CHF 5. A posted certified paper extract also carries a minimum extract fee of CHF 20; confirm the total with the Registry.
LithuaniaLT · Europe
Juridinių asmenų registrasValstybės įmonė Registrų centras (State Enterprise Centre of Registers)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inSearch €0. Electronic extracts €3.43–€5.55. Electronic file copy €1.71; one financial report €3.96.
Search online
Public search supports partial names and wildcards. It uses CAPTCHA and is limited to 100 searches per day.
Search language
The public search interface is also available in English.
Digital documents
Electronic extracts become available in self-service after payment. Purchased financial reports remain available there for 60 days.
Document language
The described JANGIS extracts are offered in Lithuanian or English. An English basic-data extract may contain untranslated fields.
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
LuxembourgLU · Europe
Registre de commerce et des sociétés (RCS)Luxembourg Business Registers (LBR)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPublic inspection is free. Electronic register data with an automatic qualified signature cost €10.43 net; the first signed paper extract costs €21.43 net. Add 17% VAT.
Search online
RCS company files can be searched by number or name and inspected through anonymous access.
Search language
German, English and French
Digital documents
Anonymous customers receive emailed access to a temporary download area. Account users also find orders under Mon Compte.
Document language
RCS labels: French / German
Paper and collection
A delivery address is entered when ordering a secure paper printout.
International delivery
Not specified
Macao SAR ChinaMO · Asia
Conservatória dos Registos Comercial e de Bens MóveisDirecção dos Serviços de Assuntos de Justiça (DSAJ)
Entry without sign-inReport MOP 20; electronic certificate MOP 65
Search online
Yes, registry information can be ordered online by name or number. Guest route requires SMS.
Search language
ZH / PT / EN
Digital documents
Yes, written reports and official certificates are available for electronic download.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Collection available
International delivery
Not specified
MadagascarMG · Africa
Registre du commerce et des sociétés (RCS)Greffes des Tribunaux de Première Instance
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inFree search; extracts charged under the RCS tariff
Search online
Yes, free public search
Search language
French
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
According to the registry FAQ, official RCS extracts are obtained from the responsible Tribunal de Première Instance registry. Arrange collection by a representative with that office.
International delivery
Not specified
MalawiMW · Africa
Malawi Business Registration System (MBRS)Companies, Registrations and Intellectual Property Centre (CRIPC)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPublic basic search free; formal services charged
Search online
MBRS Public Search by name or registration number. No account required.
Search language
English interface and result fields.
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
The official schedule provides for A4 photocopies. Arrange collection or delivery with CRIPC.
International delivery
Not specified
MalaysiaMY · Asia
Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia: Company Information; Labuan REEFSCompanies Commission of Malaysia (SSM); Labuan Financial Services Authority
Sign-in requiredSSM e-Info: Company Profile MYR 15.40; digitally certified MYR 30.80. Labuan status searches are free.
Search online
SSM e-Info uses a customer account. Labuan search is a separate REEFS service.
Search language
English
Digital documents
e-Info PDFs remain downloadable in transaction history for seven days. Approved beneficial-owner information is separately delivered as a PDF by email.
Document language
The Company Profile is available in Malay and English. Both languages are also available for the incorporation or registration certificate, particulars of directors/officers and shareholders, Company Charges and the Attestation of Company Good Standing (ACGS).
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
MaldivesMV · Asia
Maldives Business Registry and oneGov company documentsMinistry of Economic Development, Transport & Trade
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inSearch and profile sheet free; certificates MVR 100 each
Search online
Yes, free
Search language
English
Digital documents
Yes, profile sheets and certificates download within the account.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Electronic issue prescribed
International delivery
Not specified
MaliML · Africa
RCCM / Journal officielGreffes compétents; API-Mali; SGG-DJOD
Access: not specifiedRequest RCCM copy price; Gazette PDF free, paper issue from XOF 500
Search online
Gazettes online by year and issue; text search within PDFs.
Search language
Official guidance and Gazettes are in French.
Digital documents
Gazettes in PDF format.
Document language
Gazette in French; confirm the language of an individual registry extract when ordering.
Paper and collection
DJOD offers paper issues and subscriptions; enquire separately about RCCM extract conditions.
International delivery
DJOD lists subscription areas in Africa and Europe for the Official Gazette. Arrange delivery of an individual RCCM extract separately with the registry.
MaltaMT · Europe
Malta Business Registry (MBR), Business Automation Registry Online System (BAROS)Malta Business Registry, Registrar of Companies
Free basic searchSign-in requiredBasic details: €0. Accounts or constitution: €5 per download. Annual return: €2. Other document: €1. Certificates and certification have separate tariffs.
Search online
Company Search is accessed through BAROS after login. It accepts a name, part of a name or registration number.
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Purchased file documents are downloaded online. Certificate orders are a separate service.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
The certificate guide specifies Pick up at Registry. An email notifies the customer when the order is ready.
International delivery
Not specified
Marshall IslandsMH · Oceania
Marshall Islands Corporate Registry: Entity SearchRegistrar of Corporations / International Registries, Inc. (IRI)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPublic search free; request official certificate pricing from IRI
Search online
Yes, free
Search language
English
Digital documents
PDF report; e-certificate
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Paper certificate available
International delivery
Not specified
MartiniqueMQ · Americas
DATA INPI / RNE / Sirene: MartiniqueInstitut national de la propriété industrielle (INPI); greffes des tribunaux pour le RCS et le Kbis
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inRNE certificate and public RNE data free; court documents priced by delivery route.
Search online
Public RNE data can be searched. Additional DATA INPI documents require an account.
Search language
DATA INPI: FR / EN
Digital documents
RNE certificate as PDF
Document language
K / Kbis: French
Paper and collection
The local registry offers Kbis extracts, filings and accounts by post. Its fee table distinguishes postal orders from online viewing.
International delivery
Not specified
MauritiusMU · Africa
Corporate and Business Registration Department / Companies and Businesses Registration Integrated SystemCorporate and Business Registration Department (CBRD), Ministry of Finance
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inOnline search free. File extract and Current Standing certificate MUR 100 each; signed incorporation certificate MUR 300. XBRL accounts file MUR 500; certified paper copy MUR 1,500.
Search online
Yes: CBRIS without an account
Search language
English
Digital documents
Accounts in XBRL format
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Extract / signed certificate: collection
International delivery
Not specified
MayotteYT · Africa
DATA INPI / RNE / Sirene: MayotteInstitut national de la propriété industrielle (INPI); greffes des tribunaux pour le RCS et le Kbis
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inRNE certificate and public RNE data free; court documents priced by delivery route.
Search online
Public RNE data can be searched. Additional DATA INPI documents require an account.
Search language
DATA INPI: FR / EN
Digital documents
RNE certificate as PDF
Document language
K / Kbis: French
Paper and collection
Kbis extracts can be ordered for postal delivery.
International delivery
Not specified
MexicoMX · Americas
Registro Público de Comercio (RPC) / Sistema Integral de Gestión Registral (SIGER)Secretaría de Economía / Registros Públicos de Comercio de las entidades federativas
Sign-in requiredPSM searches and publication records are free; commercial-register charges depend on the company’s state.
Search online
PSM requires neither an account nor e.firma. SIGER registry files require a user account.
Search language
The public PSM search for company publications is available in Spanish. Access to the company record in SIGER requires an account.
Digital documents
PSM publication records open as PDFs without login.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
MicronesiaFM · Oceania
FSM Registrar of CorporationsDepartment of Justice, Federated States of Micronesia
Access: not specified2017 law: 5 dollars good standing; 10 dollars copy certification; confirm current fee
Search online
Not specified
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
English certificate template
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
MoldovaMD · Europe
Registrul de Stat al Unităților de DreptAgenția Servicii Publice (ASP)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-in5 free register queries a day; standard extract MDL 110; up to 20 free financial statements a day
Search online
Basic IDNO search is available without an account but uses CAPTCHA. Extract requests require personal identification.
Search language
Romanian
Digital documents
Authenticated ASP requests can be delivered to MCabinet. The BNS accounts portal offers PDF, CSV and XBRL.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
The described ASP guest request supplies paper for collection or through MDelivery.
International delivery
Not specified
MonacoMC · Europe
Répertoire du Commerce et de l’Industrie (RCI)Direction du Développement Économique, Gouvernement Princier
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inSearch and preview free. Full RCI extract: €15 under the schedule effective 1 January 2026.
Search online
Free public search by company name, trading name, acronym, RCI number or statistical identifier NIS. Search and preview do not require sign-in.
Search language
French and English through the language selector on the search portal.
Digital documents
Electronically sealed, non-editable PDF. Delivered immediately to the personal account after payment validation; downloadable from purchase history for three months.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Extracts can also be obtained at the Economic Development Department counter, 9 rue du Gabian, 09:30–17:00. The authority lists cheque, cash or card for that route.
International delivery
Not specified
MongoliaMN · Asia
State Registration of Legal Entities, Open Data / e-BusinessGeneral Authority for State Registration
Entry without sign-inDetailed online reference free; paper copy MNT 500/page under official FAQ
Search online
Yes, with CAPTCHA
Search language
Mongolian; e-Business also English
Digital documents
Free electronic company reference through e-Business. Sign in through the app with organisation authority or through DAN.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
In person; representation rules apply
International delivery
Not specified
MontenegroME · Europe
Centralni registar privrednih i drugih subjekata (CRPS)Poreska uprava Crne Gore
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPublic search, CRPS extract PDFs and published balance sheets free. Requested electronic extracts and certificates: €10. Inspection of unpublished files: €5.
Search online
Public search and company views are accessible without entering personal identity data.
Search language
Montenegrin
Digital documents
The public CRPS extract and published balance sheets are available as free PDFs without an account.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
MontserratMS · Americas
CIPO company and beneficial ownership registersFinancial Services Commission, Companies and Intellectual Property Office
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inFree public profiles; copies XCD 10/page or scan
Search online
Yes, free search and company profiles
Search language
English
Digital documents
Scans available on request
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Paper copies: XCD 10 per page
International delivery
Not specified
MoroccoMA · Africa
Registre central du commerce (RCC), DirectInfoOffice Marocain de la Propriété Industrielle et Commerciale (OMPIC)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inFree search; paid documents, online discount varies by service
Search online
DirectInfo search is free. Orders require an account.
Search language
French search form
Digital documents
Retrieve from your account; accounts as original scans
Document language
Financial-profile sample: FR; filed language varies
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
MozambiqueMZ · Africa
Registo das Entidades Legais / Portal do UtenteMJCR, Registos e Notariado
Access: not specifiedMT 300 for the Certidão specified in the beneficial-owner filing procedure; confirm a standalone extract’s fee
Search online
Online certificate application with an account.
Search language
Interface and official guidance in Portuguese.
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
Myanmar (Burma)MM · Asia
Myanmar Companies Online (MyCO)Directorate of Investment and Company Administration (DICA)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inSearch free; current extract MMK 10,000, historical MMK 20,000
Search online
Yes, free
Search language
English / Myanmar
Digital documents
Electronic documents
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Self-printing
International delivery
Not specified
NamibiaNA · Africa
BIPA Business RegisterBusiness and Intellectual Property Authority (BIPA)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inFree search · copying by scope · certification per document: Company N$20, CC N$10
Search online
Business Name Search accepts a name or registration number without an account.
Search language
English
Digital documents
BIPA also supplies requested documents by email after application and payment.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Requested documents can be made available at the BIPA office.
International delivery
Not specified
NauruNR · Oceania
Registrar of CorporationsDepartment of Justice and Border Control
Access: not specified50 dollars inspection; 100 dollars per specified certified copy
Search online
Not specified
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
NepalNP · Asia
Office of Company Registrar: Public Data Portal und CAMISOffice of Company Registrar, Nepal
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPublic search is free. OCR document copies: NPR 10 per page; foreign-company register copies: NPR 50 per page. The Citizen Charter also specifies a NPR 10 revenue stamp for an individual’s application.
Search online
The public data portal requires no account; queries use an arithmetic verification.
Search language
Public search offers English and separate name fields for English and Nepali.
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Formation documents: Nepali; English also required for foreign investment
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
NetherlandsNL · Europe
HandelsregisterKamer van Koophandel (KVK)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-in2026 tariff, VAT-exempt: online extract view €2.95, digitally certified extract €9.60, certified paper €19.20, filed document €3.90.
Search online
KVK searches by name, address or registration number. A digitally certified extract can also be ordered directly without an account.
Search language
Extract search and ordering: Dutch
Digital documents
Digitally certified extracts arrive as PDFs by email. Filed accounts may be PDFs, converted PDFs or structured data.
Document language
Certified extracts: NL / EN, some fields untranslated
Paper and collection
Certified paper extracts are sent by post.
International delivery
Not specified
New CaledoniaNC · Oceania
RCS de Nouméa / Infogreffe NC et RIDETGouvernement de la Nouvelle-Calédonie / DECAT / ISEE
Entry without sign-inKbis: XPF 310 online, XPF 350 at the counter. History: XPF 800 / 900. Accounts: XPF 1,000 / 1,200.
Search online
Yes. Infogreffe.nc offers company search and Kbis ordering, including a government-documented guest route.
Search language
French in the official search and ordering guide.
Digital documents
Kbis is delivered by download and email attachment, with five-day retrieval in the guide. The exact file format is not explicitly stated.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
The tariff also provides counter issue of Kbis, history and accounts. Letter postage is listed separately.
International delivery
Not specified
New ZealandNZ · Oceania
Companies RegisterNew Zealand Companies Office
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inCompany searches and Company Extracts are free. A linked PPSR security-interest search costs NZD 2 plus GST separately.
Search online
Company Extract is available from the public company profile without an account.
Search language
English
Digital documents
The Company Extract can be viewed, saved or printed as a PDF. Optional email delivery is available.
Document language
Company Extract: English
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
NicaraguaNI · Americas
Registro Público Mercantil / SINAREDirección Nacional de Registros (DNR), Sistema Nacional de Registros (SINARE)
Access: not specifiedStatus query described by SINARE as free; registry certificates are paid
Search online
Free status search by NAM or company name officially described since 2021. No successful live access on 16 September 2026.
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
NigerNE · Africa
Registre du Commerce et du Crédit Mobilier (RCCM)Commercial court registries, Niger
Access: not specifiedExtrait K bis RCCM: CFA 10,000; non-registration certificate: CFA 5,000
Search online
Not specified
Search language
The official tariff list and procedural guide are in French.
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
NigeriaNG · Africa
Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), Company Registration Portal (iCRP)Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic search and PSC viewing free. Status Report NGN 5,000, or NGN 10,000 for a public company. Certified copy NGN 5,000 per document. Fee schedule published 29 May 2025.
Search online
CAC Public Search requires no account. The PSC view is a separate search service.
Search language
English
Digital documents
The PSC view offers Download JSON and Print. Delivery of status reports and certified copies needs separate confirmation from CAC.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
NiueNU · Oceania
Companies Register of NiueRegistrar of Companies / Companies Office of Niue
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inOnline inspection free; certification NZD 25 plus copying charges
Search online
Yes, without an account
Search language
English
Digital documents
Online file with PDF records
Document language
English or Niuean
Paper and collection
Paper copies and certification
International delivery
Not specified
North KoreaKP · Asia
Unternehmensregistrierung / Enterprise registrationAuthority named on the enterprise’s registration and approval documents
Access: not specifiedRequest the fee from the responsible registry.
Search online
Not specified
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
North MacedoniaMK · Europe
Централен регистар на Република Северна Македонија / Central Registry of the Republic of North MacedoniaCentral Registry of the Republic of North Macedonia
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic search is free. Current certificate MKD 295, electronic history MKD 1,425, electronic annual-account summary MKD 840. MKD is the Macedonian denar.
Search online
Basic search and company profiles require no account. Ordered documents use separate user access.
Search language
The basic search has an English interface. Company names and the information in the company profile may still appear in Macedonian Cyrillic. Use the registered name or registration number where possible.
Digital documents
Ordered online extracts appear under My Orders. The Distribution System specifies a seven-day download period.
Document language
An English annual-accounts report with cash flows is separately available for non-financial companies.
Paper and collection
Paper extracts are collected from the receiving office. The English financial report is also described as a counter service.
International delivery
Not specified
NorwayNO · Europe
Brønnøysundregistrene: Enhetsregisteret und ForetaksregisteretBrønnøysund Register Centre
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPublic information, standard digital extracts and available online accounts: free. Notarised products: NOK 424.
Search online
Public company search opens directly at the search form.
Search language
Bokmål / Nynorsk / EN
Digital documents
Company information is available as signed PDFs; accounts as PDFs with text stored as graphics. Result lists separately export to JSON or Excel.
Document language
English registry confirmations are available. They normally omit the statutory objects. A translation of the objects can be requested by telephone for the notarised certificate; it is included in the NOK 424 fee but takes longer. This does not promise a translation of filed annual accounts.
Paper and collection
Notarised paper certificate by post
International delivery
Not specified
OmanOM · Asia
Oman Business Platform: Commercial RegistrationMinistry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion (MoCIIP)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inSearch free; certificate OMR 5
Search online
Yes, free with verification code
Search language
English and Arabic.
Digital documents
Yes, download immediately after payment is processed.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
PakistanPK · Asia
Registers of Companies and Foreign CompaniesSecurities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP)
Access: not specifiedProfile: PKR 200; electronically certified profile: PKR 1,000; copies priced by document and delivery format.
Search online
Document search with eZfile account
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Digitally certified copies available
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
PalauPW · Oceania
Palau Corporations RegistryFinancial Institutions Commission (FIC)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPublic entry free; tariff: USD 50 for 24-hour file access; certificates USD 15 to 50
Search online
Yes, public entry
Search language
English
Digital documents
Ordered services are delivered electronically in the browser.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Self-printing; old files through FIC
International delivery
Not specified
PanamaPA · Americas
Registro Público de Panamá: Oficina VirtualRegistro Público de Panamá
Sign-in requiredCertificates are paid; total shown during the request, additional pages may require further payment
Search online
Yes, folio searches through a user account, with company criteria, status and available entries.
Search language
Spanish menus and search fields in the 2026 manual.
Digital documents
Yes, entries through the document viewer and ordered certificates through an emailed link. A specific file extension is not promised.
Document language
Official illustrated certificate in Spanish. Check the language of individual filed documents separately.
Paper and collection
Collection at a registry office selected in the request when Entrega Telemática is not chosen.
International delivery
Electronic delivery through an emailed link is described. The ordering manual does not specify international postal shipment.
Papua New GuineaPG · Oceania
IPA Business Entities RegistryInvestment Promotion Authority (IPA)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic search free; detailed access and certificates charged
Search online
Yes, basic search free without account
Search language
English
Digital documents
Filings available digitally
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
ParaguayPY · Americas
Registro de Personas Jurídicas y Comercio / RUNPoder Judicial, Registro Unificado Nacional
Sign-in requiredApplication-specific charges; official fee assessment and representation priced separately
Search online
SIGRE offers specific registry information to authorised lawyers and notaries.
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Yes, reports and certificates from the offered SIGRE services as PDFs. Establish the company-document scope separately.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
PeruPE · Americas
Registro de Personas Jurídicas de SUNARPSuperintendencia Nacional de los Registros Públicos (SUNARP)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inName directory free; certified copy 6.60 Peruvian soles (PEN) per page
Search online
The name directory requires no account. Conoce Aquí requires a DNI; SPRL requires an account.
Search language
Spanish
Digital documents
Copia Literal al Toque supplies the signed certificate for portal download and by email. SMV also offers XBRL for some reports.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
PhilippinesPH · Asia
Check with SEC; SEC eSEARCH and SEC ExpressSecurities and Exchange Commission; Department of Trade and Industry; Cooperative Development Authority
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inFree SEC company check. Digital SEC copy: PHP 280 plain or PHP 470 authenticated. Standard SEC Express documents: PHP 775.22 or PHP 993.60 plus shipping.
Search online
Check with SEC provides a status view without an account. Document copies are obtained separately.
Search language
English
Digital documents
The DTI Affirmative/Negative Certification and receipt are delivered by email.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
SEC Express delivers ordered paper copies to the specified address.
International delivery
Not specified
Pitcairn IslandsPN · Oceania
Register of Business NamesRegistrar of Business Names; Government of the Pitcairn Islands
Access: not specifiedPublished ordinance: 2 dollars inspection, 3 dollars certified record; confirm current tariff
Search online
Not specified
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Mail to registrants; confirm third-party delivery
International delivery
Not specified
PolandPL · Europe
Krajowy Rejestr Sądowy (KRS)Ministerstwo Sprawiedliwości
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inKRS online search and financial documents: free. Separately ordered current extract PLN 30; full extract PLN 60.
Search online
KRS search and downloads of available financial documents require no account.
Search language
Polish
Digital documents
Financial documents are downloaded in the financial-document viewer. CRBR results can be saved as PDF or XML.
Document language
The official example of a CRBR result PDF is in Polish. “Podstawowe dane Podmiotu” contains the company details. “Dane Beneficjentów” contains information about the beneficial owners.
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
PortugalPT · Europe
Registo Comercial; Certidão PermanenteInstituto dos Registos e do Notariado (IRN)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPublic notices and consultation with an existing valid code are free. One year costs €25 for a register certificate, €55 for register plus documents, or €20 for current articles. An online annual-accounts certificate costs €5 for one year. Paper annual-accounts certificate: €55.
Search online
Registry publications are publicly searchable. Viewing a permanent certificate only requires its valid access code.
Search language
Portuguese
Digital documents
After payment, the access code for the permanent certificate is sent by email.
Document language
Register and accounts certificates: PT / EN
Paper and collection
Paper accounts certificate: €55; request at IRN counter
International delivery
Not specified
Puerto RicoPR · Americas
Registro de Corporaciones y EntidadesDepartamento de Estado de Puerto Rico
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inSearch free; online LLC Good Standing USD 25
Search online
Yes, free and without login
Search language
Spanish and English
Digital documents
Good Standing and Existence certificates are delivered electronically by download link and email.
Document language
Good Standing and Existence: English and Spanish
Paper and collection
Collection or post according to forms
International delivery
Not specified
QatarQA · Asia
MOCI Single Window and QFC Public RegisterMinistry of Commerce and Industry; Qatar Financial Centre
Access: not specifiedRegistration offprint QAR 50; permit offprint free
Search online
Yes, company search is part of Company Documents; a separate QFC Public Register also exists.
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Download, printing and email.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
RéunionRE · Africa
DATA INPI / RNE / Sirene: RéunionInstitut national de la propriété industrielle (INPI); greffes des tribunaux pour le RCS et le Kbis
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inRNE certificate and public RNE data free; court documents priced by delivery route.
Search online
Public RNE data can be searched. Additional DATA INPI documents require an account.
Search language
DATA INPI: FR / EN
Digital documents
RNE certificate as PDF
Document language
K / Kbis: French
Paper and collection
Kbis extracts can be ordered for postal delivery.
International delivery
Not specified
RomaniaRO · Europe
Registrul comerțului; InfoCert / RECOMOficiul Național al Registrului Comerțului (ONRC), Ministerul Justiției
Free basic searchSign-in requiredCurrent certificate: RON 30. Company history: RON 250. Plain copy: RON 1.50 per page. Certified copy: RON 10 plus RON 1.50 per page. Postal supplement for certificate/history: RON 9.78.
Search online
Company information leads to username/password sign-in or the additional ROeID option.
Search language
The InfoCert-Recom ordering guide shows the company search in Romanian. “Caută firma” means search for a company; CUI is the tax identification number.
Digital documents
InfoCert automatically supplies electronically signed documents for download within the application.
Document language
Information and certificates: Romanian
Paper and collection
Postal delivery is offered for extracts and histories at a surcharge; the copies page also lists counter service.
International delivery
Not specified
RussiaRU · Europe
ЕГРЮЛ / ЕГРИП (EGRUL / EGRIP)Federal Tax Service of Russia (FNS)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPDF free; paper RUB 200, urgent RUB 400
Search online
Yes; free, no account
Search language
Russian
Digital documents
Free signed PDF
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Paper on request: RUB 200/400
International delivery
Not specified
RwandaRW · Africa
Register of companies and businessesOffice of the Registrar General (ORG), Rwanda Development Board (RDB)
Access: not specifiedRegister inspection and authenticated copies carry prescribed fees. Request the amount from RDB. Exchange reports are publicly accessible.
Search online
RSE provides a public reports listing for listed issuers. Registry copies are requested separately from ORG/RDB.
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
RSE reports have a download route. ORG must confirm electronic delivery of third-party registry copies for the specific request.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
Saint Pierre and MiquelonPM · Americas
Annuaire des Entreprises / RNE et RCS de Saint-Pierre-et-MiquelonINPI / DINUM; greffe du Tribunal de Première Instance
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inFree name search and RNE certificate; confirm local Kbis fee
Search online
Yes, official company entries without login
Search language
French
Digital documents
RNE PDF offered; Kbis separate
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Kbis collection reported in 2025; confirm today
International delivery
Not specified
SamoaWS · Oceania
Samoa Companies RegistryMinistry of Commerce, Industry and Labour (MCIL)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic search and digital incorporation certificate free; certification SAT 25
Search online
Yes, without an account
Search language
English
Digital documents
PDF filings and digital certificate
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
San MarinoSM · Europe
Registro delle Società / REGSOC ON-LINEUfficio Attività Economiche (UAE)
Access: not specifiedCurrent or historical certificate: EUR 15 revenue stamp
Search online
REGSOC in the PA portal
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Electronic certificate through IOL
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Immediate counter issue; EUR 15 stamp
International delivery
Not specified
São Tomé & PríncipeST · Africa
Registo Comercial / Guiché Único para EmpresasDirecção Geral dos Registos e do Notariado (DGRN)
Access: not specifiedConfirm the selected certificate’s fee with GUE; do not use incorporation fees
Search online
Not specified
Search language
Application form and official procedural information in Portuguese.
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
Saudi ArabiaSA · Asia
Commercial Register: Ministry of Commerce / Saudi Business CenterMinistry of Commerce
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inSearch free; registry extract SAR 100
Search online
Yes, free with verification code
Search language
Form EN / AR
Digital documents
Electronic service
Document language
AR / EN
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
SenegalSN · Africa
SEN’INFOGREFFE: Registre du Commerce et du Crédit MobilierMinistère de la Justice du Sénégal et greffes locaux
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPublic search without payment; paid services charged by tariff
Search online
Yes, public name search
Search language
French
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Paper in terms; confirm collection or delivery
International delivery
Not specified
SerbiaRS · Europe
Registar privrednih subjekataAgencija za privredne registre (APR)
Free basic searchCurrent company extract RSD 2,500; individual historical fact RSD 800; archive copy RSD 50 per page. Financial reports: last three years free, older original reports from RSD 800 per component.
Search online
Public financial search uses CAPTCHA. Ordered reports use a separate APR account.
Search language
Serbian (Cyrillic script)
Digital documents
Ordered financial reports are available electronically through the previous-orders download area; APR also lists email.
Document language
Ordered original financial reports are available in Serbian or English.
Paper and collection
Company extracts are delivered to a Serbian address or collected personally or by a representative. Financial reports can also be ordered on paper.
International delivery
The described company-extract form requires a Serbian address for postal delivery. It does not provide an overseas-address option.
SeychellesSC · Africa
Registration Division Business Search / FSA IBC RegistryRegistration Division / Financial Services Authority (FSA)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic search free; IBC certificates US$25 each in FSA’s 2025 guide
Search online
Yes, public Search Business name search. Request IBC certificates separately from FSA.
Search language
English search interface and result fields.
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
A licensed International Corporate Service Provider (ICSP) can collect documents from the FSA reception. It can also appoint a third party to collect them. The ICSP must first give the FSA the person’s name and address in writing and confirm the collection authorisation. Arrange any onward delivery with the service provider.
International delivery
Not specified
Sierra LeoneSL · Africa
Business Registration & Corporate AffairsNational Investment Board (NIB), Directorate of Business Registration and Facilitation
Access: not specifiedAsk NIB for the verification and copy charges
Search online
Not specified
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
SingaporeSG · Asia
BizfileAccounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic search is free. Business Profile SGD 5.50; financial profile SGD 50; filed-document extracts from SGD 11.
Search online
Free search requires no login. A Business Profile can also be purchased as a guest.
Search language
English
Digital documents
Business Profile: PDF and OA file
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
ACRA has delivered its business information products entirely online since June 2018. This includes certificates and older records originally filed on paper or microfilm.
International delivery
These digital ACRA products are not delivered by post. The download code goes to the email address supplied with the order.
Sint MaartenSX · Americas
COCI Business RegistrySt. Maarten Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Access: not specifiedViewing copy: official page lists $11.10
Search online
Public search offered
Search language
English
Digital documents
Yes; digital scans
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
December collection documented
International delivery
Not specified
SlovakiaSK · Europe
Obchodný register Slovenskej republiky (OR SR)Ministerstvo spravodlivosti Slovenskej republiky und acht Registergerichte
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inSearch and electronic register documents: €0. Paper current extract, full extract, document copy or negative certificate: €10 court fee each. Inspection at the register court: €5.
Search online
Public company search requires no login. Official extract orders use Slovensko.sk.
Search language
Slovak and English
Digital documents
Official extracts are issued electronically. Public RÚZ accounts can be saved as PDFs; its separate API supplies JSON.
Document language
The official guide shows the current and full register views in Slovak. “Aktuálny výpis” is the current view and “Úplný výpis” is the full view. Use “Vytlačiť” to print the displayed data. This printout is not a legally binding register extract.
Paper and collection
The paper version of the official registry extract is delivered by post after payment.
International delivery
Not specified
SloveniaSI · Europe
Poslovni register Slovenije (PRS) / Sodni registerAgencija Republike Slovenije za javnopravne evidence in storitve (AJPES); zuständige Registergerichte
Free basic searchSearch and electronic register extract: €0. Ordered AJPES paper extract: €3.28 per started page including VAT. Public accounts: free; ordered report copy: €10.53 including VAT.
Search online
Public company search has anonymous access. The documented document-retrieval route uses a free AJPES account.
Search language
Slovenian and English
Digital documents
Registry extracts are retrieved as signed PDFs. JOLP provides financial data, PDFs and some scans.
Document language
The company profile offers an English PDF extract. Ordered financial analyses are also available in German, English and Italian.
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
Solomon IslandsSB · Oceania
Company HausSolomon Islands Government / Company Haus
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inOnline information free; certification SBD 150 plus SBD 5 per copied page
Search online
Yes, free without account
Search language
English
Digital documents
PDF documents available
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Historical files in person per guidance
International delivery
Not specified
SomaliaSO · Africa
Somali Business Registration and Licensing System (SBRS/SBRLS)Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Company Registrar
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic search free; record-copy application USD 20 under the Banaadir schedule
Search online
Search by name, UBI or licence number without sign-in or payment.
Search language
Search results are in English. Some licence descriptions are in both English and Somali.
Digital documents
Public HTML basic information. Record copies are a separate account service.
Document language
Public view in English with some Somali licence descriptions. Confirm the ordered record copy’s language separately.
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
South AfricaZA · Africa
CIPC BizProfile / Full DisclosureCompanies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC)
Sign-in requiredShortened disclosure free; full electronic disclosure ZAR 30
Search online
Full Disclosure is accessed after signing into CIPC eServices. The accounts service has separate sign-in.
Search language
The CIPC disclosure guide shows English input fields. “Enterprise Number” is the registration number; “Free Disclosure” provides basic information and “Full Disclosure” is the paid detailed report.
Digital documents
Full Disclosure is sent to the account email. The separate accounts service emails original filings in browser-readable iXBRL format.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
South KoreaKR · Asia
Internet Registry Office / 인터넷등기소Supreme Court of Korea; National Court Administration; local registries
Entry without sign-inOnline inspection KRW 700 · online certificate KRW 1,000 · public access to DART
Search online
iROS searches by the legal company name. Inspection and certificates are separate paid products.
Search language
DART offers an English interface for securities research.
Digital documents
Electronic certificate with account
Document language
English DART disclosures are voluntary and may differ from the Korean original.
Paper and collection
Registry certificates are also available at a registry office counter.
International delivery
Not specified
South SudanSS · Africa
Business Registration Service / Registrar of CompaniesMinistry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs
Access: not specifiedInspection and certified copies subject to statutory fees; obtain the current amount from the Registrar
Search online
BRS provides account-based business administration and validation.
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
SpainES · Europe
Registros Mercantiles; Registro Mercantil CentralRegistradores Mercantiles; Colegio de Registradores de España; Ministerio de Justicia
Free basic searchStatutory basic particulars are free. For paid information, the identification block costs about €2.10, with additional blocks or entries often about €0.60 each. Further fees, expenses and taxes may apply. Exact tariff components are set out below.
Search online
The service description offers the Nota informativa without a subscription. Search by company name or NIF, the Spanish tax identifier. Electronic certificates have separate identification requirements.
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
The Nota is supplied on the web and through an emailed PDF link. Accounts are available as PDF and, where offered, XBRL.
Document language
Commercial register entries are written in Spanish, as specified in Article 36(1) of the register regulations.
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
Sri LankaLK · Asia
Register of Companies and eROCDepartment of the Registrar of Companies (DRC), Sri Lanka
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inFree name search. File inspection or a single certification: LKR 1,300 + 18% VAT, calculated at LKR 1,534.
Search online
Name search returns names and registration numbers without login or payment.
Search language
English
Digital documents
After approval, an email supplies a verification sheet, links and QR codes for the requested certified copies.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Collection, courier and registered-post delivery were discontinued for this online certified-copy service. Users may print the digital copies themselves.
International delivery
The described online certified-copy service does not provide postal delivery; copies are issued digitally.
St. BarthélemyBL · Americas
DATA INPI / RNE / Sirene: St. BarthélemyInstitut national de la propriété industrielle (INPI); greffes des tribunaux pour le RCS et le Kbis
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inRNE certificate and public RNE data free; court documents priced by delivery route.
Search online
Public RNE data can be searched. Additional DATA INPI documents require an account.
Search language
DATA INPI: FR / EN
Digital documents
RNE certificate as PDF
Document language
K / Kbis: French
Paper and collection
Kbis extracts can be ordered for postal delivery.
International delivery
Not specified
St. HelenaSH · Africa
St Helena Company RegistrySt Helena Government / Company Registrar
Free basic searchOnline summary free; website document copy £10.75 in official tariff
Search online
Free company summaries on the government website.
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Website copies of registered documents are listed in the official tariff; PDF format is unspecified.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Paper printing is a listed paid service; confirm the handover method with the Registry.
International delivery
Not specified
St. Kitts & NevisKN · Americas
St Kitts company records; Nevis IBC and LLC registriesFinancial Services Regulatory Commission: St Kitts Branch and Nevis Branch
Access: not specifiedNevis: inspection USD 20; search report USD 60
Search online
Nevis: CRISS services require sign-in. Certificate-code verification is publicly accessible.
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Nevis: certificate printing USD 10
International delivery
Not specified
St. LuciaLC · Americas
ROCIP company search; Pinnacle IBC RegistryRegistry of Companies and Intellectual Property; Registry of International Business Companies
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inFree ROCIP online search; IBC PDFs are paid products
Search online
Free ROCIP search; separate IBC access
Search language
English
Digital documents
Pinnacle explicitly offers paid IBC PDFs.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Pinnacle lists a certified IBC search sent by post at USD 150 plus courier.
International delivery
Not specified
St. MartinMF · Americas
DATA INPI / RNE / Sirene: St. MartinInstitut national de la propriété industrielle (INPI); greffes des tribunaux pour le RCS et le Kbis
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inRNE certificate and public RNE data free; court documents priced by delivery route.
Search online
Public RNE data can be searched. Additional DATA INPI documents require an account.
Search language
DATA INPI: FR / EN
Digital documents
RNE certificate as PDF
Document language
K / Kbis: French
Paper and collection
Kbis extracts can be ordered for postal delivery.
International delivery
Not specified
St. Vincent & GrenadinesVC · Americas
CIPO Business Search; FSA Entity Name SearchCommerce and Intellectual Property Office; Financial Services Authority
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inFree CIPO online search; certification XCD 10
Search online
CIPO: free search without account
Search language
English
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
SudanSD · Africa
Commercial Registrations DepartmentMinistry of Justice, Sudan
Access: not specifiedConfirm current information, copying and delivery charges with the authority
Search online
Not specified
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
Svalbard & Jan MayenSJ · Europe
Brønnøysundregistrene: SvalbardBrønnøysund Register Centre
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPublic information, standard digital extracts and available online accounts: free. Notarised products: NOK 424.
Search online
Public company search opens directly at the search form.
Search language
Bokmål / Nynorsk / EN
Digital documents
Company information is available as signed PDFs; accounts as PDFs with text stored as graphics. Result lists separately export to JSON or Excel.
Document language
English registry confirmations are available. They normally omit the statutory objects. A translation of the objects can be requested by telephone for the notarised certificate; it is included in the NOK 424 fee but takes longer. This does not promise a translation of filed annual accounts.
Paper and collection
Notarised paper certificate by post
International delivery
Not specified
SwedenSE · Europe
Sök företagsinformation / Find company informationBolagsverket (Swedish Companies Registration Office)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic search free; certificate SEK 125 (SV) or SEK 250 (EN); annual report SEK 75
Search online
Company search requires no login; selected documents can be purchased as a guest.
Search language
The search interface can be switched to English.
Digital documents
Registry extracts and annual accounts are supplied as PDFs. Guests receive an emailed download link; files remain available for five days.
Document language
Registry extracts are available in Swedish or English. Accounts and articles are Swedish according to their product descriptions.
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
SwitzerlandCH · Europe
Kantonale Handelsregister und Zentraler Firmenindex (Zefix)Kantonale Handelsregisterämter; Eidgenössisches Amt für das Handelsregister (EHRA)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inZefix individual searches are free. Zurich example: public PDF filings free, certified extract CHF50, certified articles CHF40, plus applicable postage.
Search online
Zefix search and results require no account. The cantonal extract link opens the detailed registry entry.
Search language
Zefix search offers German, French, Italian and English.
Digital documents
Zurich emails available filed documents as free PDFs. Open the blue folder icon and select the complete dossier, then request the documents.
Document language
Certified commercial-register extracts from Zurich are available in German, French, Italian and English.
Paper and collection
Zurich posts ordered certified extracts and certified articles of association. Online ordering requires an account.
International delivery
Not specified
SyriaSY · Asia
السجل التجاري / Directorate of CompaniesMinistry of Economy and Industry, Directorate of Companies
Access: not specifiedRequest the fee from the responsible registry.
Search online
Not specified
Search language
Arabic login and service area.
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
TaiwanTW · Asia
商工登記公示資料查詢服務 / FindbizAdministration of Commerce, Ministry of Economic Affairs; competent registration authorities
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inPublic search free · document copy TWD 10 · certificate TWD 200 · English certificate TWD 600
Search online
Findbiz search and company views require neither login nor payment.
Search language
Findbiz offers English. Names and free-text fields may remain Chinese.
Digital documents
Online retrieval with business certificate
Document language
An English registry certificate can be requested separately. Company-specific eligibility and required translation data apply.
Paper and collection
A paid postal service is available for copy orders.
International delivery
Not specified
TajikistanTJ · Asia
Единый государственный реестр / Register of legal entitiesTax Committee under the Government of Tajikistan
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inFree search, registry extracts and negative certificates
Search online
Search by EIN, INN or name without an account.
Search language
Russian interface. Company names also appear in Tajik script.
Digital documents
Search results in a browser view.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
TanzaniaTZ · Africa
BRELA Register of Companies / BPRA Zanzibar company registerBusiness Registrations and Licensing Agency (Mainland Tanzania); Zanzibar Business and Property Registration Agency
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic search free; Zanzibar standard search: TZS 20,000
Search online
Basic search at BRELA and BPRA requires no account. Standard and tailored information use separate account routes.
Search language
BRELA: EN / SW
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
ThailandTH · Asia
DBD DataWarehouse+; Department of Business DevelopmentDepartment of Business Development (DBD), Ministry of Commerce
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inDataWarehouse+ is free. Thai certificate collected through a participating bank: THB 350. English certificate from THB 1,160.
Search online
DataWarehouse search requires no prior registration. English certificates require a DBD account.
Search language
DataWarehouse offers Thai and English.
Digital documents
The company profile is available as a PDF and the financial summary as an Excel file. The separate English registration certificate can only be downloaded once when delivered electronically.
Document language
Profile: Thai / English summary
Paper and collection
English certificates can be ordered for postal delivery. The separate bank route ends with issue at a participating bank.
International delivery
Not specified
Timor-LesteTL · Asia
Registo Comercial / SERVESERVE, I.P., Timor-Leste
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inFree PDF lists; new CRC printing listed at USD 5/page
Search online
Free PDF company lists
Search language
Site PT/EN; list PT
Digital documents
Company lists and blank certificate models are available as PDFs.
Document language
CRC includes English; model PT/Tetum/EN
Paper and collection
Certificate with embossed seal
International delivery
Not specified
TogoTG · Africa
RCCM und CFE-UnternehmensverzeichnisCentre de Formalités des Entreprises du Togo (CFE)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic search free; one-off access FCFA 10,000, annual access FCFA 500,000
Search online
Yes, free basic information
Search language
French
Digital documents
HTML and PDF publication certificate
Document language
French in the document
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
TongaTO · Oceania
Kingdom of Tonga Business Entities RegistryMinistry of Commerce, Consumer, Trade, Innovation and Labour (MCCTIL)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic search free; incorporation certificate free under tariff; special extracts separate
Search online
Yes, basic search free
Search language
English
Digital documents
The portal offers online certificate ordering and record access.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Copying service listed
International delivery
Not specified
Trinidad & TobagoTT · Americas
Companies Registry Online System (CROS)Registrar General’s Department, Companies Registry
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inName search free; ordinary copy TTD 5 per page
Search online
Yes; name search free
Search language
English
Digital documents
CROS offers downloads of individual documents and company files.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Apply in person
International delivery
Not specified
TunisiaTN · Africa
Registre national des entreprises (RNE)Centre national du registre des entreprises (CNRE)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inSearch free; identity sheet TND 5; standard extract TND 10; electronic accounts TND 10 per document.
Search online
Search and detailed company views require no account. Extract services require login and offer a guest account.
Search language
French / Arabic
Digital documents
Electronic extracts and copies
Document language
Standard extracts are available in Arabic or French. A French or English translation is requested using RNE 006.
Paper and collection
The translation service specifies application and collection at the RNE office.
International delivery
Not specified
TürkiyeTR · Asia
Türkiye Ticaret Sicili Gazetesi und Merkezi Sicil Kayıt Sistemi (MERSİS)T.C. Ticaret Bakanlığı; Türkiye Odalar ve Borsalar Birliği (TOBB)
Free basic searchSign-in requiredGazette viewing free; certified copies from 75 TRY
Search online
Gazette inspection requires an account. KAP financial reports can be researched without login.
Search language
KAP offers an English search interface.
Digital documents
Gazette notices and KAP attachments are available as PDFs. Electronically certified Gazette copies appear under Taleplerim and are not emailed.
Document language
KAP separately marks some English attachments. The English interface does not translate other original attachments.
Paper and collection
Certified Gazette copies with an original signature are available for collection or paid address delivery.
International delivery
Not specified
TurkmenistanTM · Asia
Единый государственный реестр юридических лицMinistry of Finance and Economy; Tax Department and tax offices
Access: not specifiedRequest the fee from the responsible registry.
Search online
Not specified
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
Turks & Caicos IslandsTC · Americas
Companies Registry / K-registryTurks and Caicos Islands Financial Services Commission, Registry Department
Access: not specifiedPublished 2019 tariff: search USD 50; plain copy USD 1/page; certification USD 50 or USD 100
Search online
Online request; number field
Search language
English
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
TuvaluTV · Oceania
Registrar of Companies; Register of International CompaniesGovernment of Tuvalu; Ministry of Finance and Economic Development
Access: not specifiedRequest an information-service quote; incorporation fees are separate
Search online
Not specified
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
U.S. Virgin IslandsVI · Americas
Catalyst / Corporations and Trademarks RegistryOffice of the Lieutenant Governor, Division of Corporations and Trademarks
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic search free; 2019 tariff: online copy USD 5, certified copy USD 25
Search online
Yes, free without login
Search language
English
Digital documents
The copy form offers PDF delivery by email and requires an online account.
Document language
English certificate example
Paper and collection
Office collection in tariff
International delivery
Not specified
UgandaUG · Africa
Register of Companies / URSB eRegistryUganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inFree name search · company file UGX 25,000 · certified copy an additional UGX 35,000
Search online
Both name searches are available without an account. File and certification services require an account.
Search language
English
Digital documents
Approved certified documents are sent to the email address of the applicant’s account.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
UkraineUA · Europe
Єдиний державний реєстр (ЄДР / EDR)Ministry of Justice of Ukraine / National Information Systems (NAIS)
Free basic searchSign-in requiredBasic search free; Diia extract for own FOP: UAH 125
Search online
Yes; identification required
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Yes, electronic extracts; the own-FOP extract in Diia is downloadable from the account.
Document language
Example extract: Ukrainian
Paper and collection
In person or through representative
International delivery
Not specified
United Arab EmiratesAE · Asia
National Economic Registry (Growth), emirate and free-zone registersUAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism; local licensing authorities; ADGM RA; DIFC RoC
Access: not specifiedADGM company search is free. ADGM extract USD 100; DIFC extract USD 100 plus AED 20 additional fees.
Search online
ADGM offers a public Company Search. Document requests use the relevant registry’s separate process.
Search language
The current ADGM and DIFC register interfaces display their search fields in English.
Digital documents
ADGM: selected certificates issued electronically
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
United KingdomGB · Europe
Companies House: Find and update company informationCompanies House
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inSearch and available document images: free. Certified documents: from GBP 22.
Search online
Companies House public company search is accessible worldwide without registration.
Search language
English
Digital documents
Free PDF document images
Document language
English; Welsh originals with translations
Paper and collection
Certified copies and company certificates are dispatched; a separate express service is available.
International delivery
Companies House sends these certified copies and certificates overseas by Royal Mail International.
United StatesUS · Americas
State business entity registers; SEC EDGAR for securities filingsState Secretaries of State / Divisions of Corporations; U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inDelaware: basic information free, status USD 10 or USD 20. California: basic search and plain PDFs free, certificates USD 5.
Search online
California provides search and plain copies without login. Delaware has public name/file-number search.
Search language
English: Delaware and California
Digital documents
California provides available plain registry copies as free PDFs.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Delaware: Paper documents returned by US mail, or by FedEx or UPS using your own shipping account. The Division does not return completed documents by email or fax.
International delivery
Not specified
UruguayUY · Americas
Registro de Personas Jurídicas, Sección Registro Nacional de ComercioDirección General de Registros (DGR), Uruguay
Paid basic searchSign-in requiredUrgent request UYU 3,812; conflicting official ordinary fee
Search online
Online information by paid request
Search language
Spanish
Digital documents
Digitally signed PDF
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Collection at designated office
International delivery
Not specified
UzbekistanUZ · Asia
Unified State Register of Enterprises and Organisations (EGRPO / KTYDR)National Statistics Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Free basic searchSign-in requiredIndividual tax-ID lookup free; application service priced by volume
Search online
Yes, by tax ID; OneID
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Electronically signed certificate with a QR code.
Document language
UZ / RU
Paper and collection
Yes, at a service centre
International delivery
Not specified
VanuatuVU · Oceania
VFSC Online RegistryVanuatu Financial Services Commission
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inOnline search free; certified paper extract VUV 5,000
Search online
Yes, free and without an account
Search language
English
Digital documents
PDF filings and digital certificate
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Certified paper version available
International delivery
Not specified
Vatican CityVA · Europe
Registro delle persone giuridicheUfficio Giuridico del Governatorato
Access: not specifiedDecrees freely available
Search online
Official decrees online
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Decrees in PDF format
Document language
Decree: Italian
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
VenezuelaVE · Americas
Registro Mercantil / SARENServicio Autónomo de Registros y Notarías
Access: not specifiedCertified copies are paid; request a current total price from SAREN
Search online
The public SAREN form validates existing PUB numbers. It does not contain a general company-name search.
Search language
Spanish in the PUB validation form.
Digital documents
Electronic legalisation/apostille of certain company documents since June 2026.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
VietnamVN · Asia
Cổng thông tin quốc gia về đăng ký doanh nghiệpBộ Tài chính (Ministry of Finance); provincial business registration authorities
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inBasic information free; certificate information VND 20,000; filed documents VND 40,000 per copy; detailed reports VND 150,000.
Search online
The English information search opens without login and includes CAPTCHA.
Search language
The information service offers an English search form with separate fields for foreign-language company names.
Digital documents
The buyer’s email receives processing notices and the download link. The portal supplies history and full-profile products on the following day.
Document language
The English addition to the Vietnamese registry certificate is for reference only according to the manual.
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
Wallis and FutunaWF · Oceania
RCS / Greffe du Tribunal de Première Instance de Mata-UtuMinistère de la Justice; Tribunal de Première Instance de Mata-Utu
Access: not specifiedAsk the court for its local extract fee
Search online
Not specified
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Original for legalisation; ask about collection
International delivery
Not specified
YemenYE · Asia
السجل التجاري / Commercial Register and trade-name enquiriesCompetent ministry registration office; separate Sana’a and Aden portals
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inFree name search in Sana’a; request document fees from the registry
Search online
Arabic name search with company details in Sana’a. Aden offers a separate search page.
Search language
Arabic.
Digital documents
Browser results and digital bulletin editions.
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
ZambiaZM · Africa
Register of Companies and Business NamesPatents and Companies Registration Agency (PACRA)
Free basic searchEntry without sign-inFree guest preview · entity printout from ZMW111.20 · Form 59 from ZMW120
Search online
Business Search shows the public preview without an account. Get Printout leads to a PACRA account.
Search language
English
Digital documents
Printout available online
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified
ZimbabweZW · Africa
Companies and Intellectual Property Office of Zimbabwe (CIPZ)Chief Registrar of Companies and Other Business Entities
Access: not specifiedFile search in the 2023 schedule: US$5; confirm current terms with CIPZ
Search online
Not specified
Search language
Not specified
Digital documents
Not specified
Document language
Not specified
Paper and collection
Not specified
International delivery
Not specified