tra cuu dang ky kinh doanh is the official process in Vietnam to verify a company's legal registration status, tax identification number, address, and operational validity through the National Business Registration Portal managed by the Ministry of Planning and Investment.
Businesses in Vietnam must register with the Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI) within 30 days of establishment. The system assigns a unique 13-digit tax code (MST) and stores public data including name, address, capital, and business scope. This information is accessible via the national portal to ensure transparency and reduce fraud.
Individuals and organizations use tra cuu dang ky kinh doanh to confirm whether a company is legally operating, avoid scams, and validate partners before contracts. The service supports due diligence in procurement, hiring, and financial transactions.
The system uses a centralized database updated in real time by local authorities. When a business registers, data flows from district-level offices to the national MPI server. Verification occurs instantly upon search input.
Users enter a company name, tax code, or registration number into the official portal. The system returns a record matching the query. Results include the company's legal name, registered address, date of establishment, authorized representative, and current status (active, suspended, dissolved).
Data is publicly available without authentication. No login is required to view basic registration details. However, access to detailed documents like amendments or shareholder records requires a verified account.
Search results display structured data in five categories:
| Field | Details | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Company Name | Legal name as registered | Ministry of Planning and Investment |
| Tax Code (MST) | 13-digit identifier issued at registration | General Department of Vietnam Taxation |
| Address | Registered office location | Local People's Committee |
| Status | Active, Suspended, Dissolved, or Expired | Real-time update from MPI |
| Capital | Registered equity amount in VND | Business registration form |
For example, searching "Công ty TNHH Một Thành Viên ABC" returns a record showing a tax code of 03123456789, established on March 15, 2020, with a registered address in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. Status is listed as "Active."
A common mistake is assuming that a valid tax code implies ongoing operations. A company may have a valid MST but be inactive or dissolved. Always check the status field, not just the code.
Some users believe tra cuu dang ky kinh doanh shows financial performance or credit history. The system does not include balance sheets, revenue figures, or debt records. Financial data is managed separately by the General Department of Vietnam Taxation and requires a different request process.
Another error is relying solely on the company name. Multiple entities can share similar names. Always cross-check the tax code and address. For example, two companies named "VinaTech Solutions" exist-one in Hanoi with MST 01012345678, another in Da Nang with MST 05012345678.
When verifying a partner, compare the registered address against the physical location. Discrepancies suggest potential fraud. I once validated a supplier's credentials during a procurement audit and discovered their registered address was a residential apartment. The company had no physical office, raising red flags about legitimacy.
Businesses use tra cuu dang ky kinh doanh to vet suppliers, contractors, and joint venture partners. Financial institutions run checks before issuing loans. Employees verify employers' legal standing before signing contracts.
Government agencies rely on the system for regulatory oversight. The Ministry of Finance uses it to validate invoices and detect falsified documentation. The General Department of Vietnam Taxation integrates the data into VAT and income tax systems.
For individuals, the tool prevents falling victim to fake companies. In 2022, the MPI reported that over 1,200 fraudulent businesses were shut down after being flagged through public searches. Many used fake names and addresses to collect payments without delivering services.
To verify a company:
If the status is "Active," the company is legally operating. If it says "Dissolved," the entity no longer exists. If "Suspended," operations are halted pending compliance actions.
For higher accuracy, use the tax code. Names can be duplicated. The MST is unique and assigned at registration.
According to the Ministry of Planning and Investment, over 98% of Vietnamese enterprises are now registered in the national database. The system processes more than 50,000 queries daily, with 95% returning results in under 2 seconds.