# Does a dormant company still cost money? — Robo Company Secretary
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## Does a dormant company still cost money?

Last updated: 14 October 2026 Answer from Robo Company Secretary How we write answers

Yes. A dormant company still needs annual returns, financial statements, a secretary and a registered office. Audit exemption depends on SSM's qualifying conditions; stopping trade alone is insufficient. Upkeep depends on the filings and accounting work required. For an eligible unused company, strike-off (RM 3,500) may be worth comparing with continued upkeep.

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Sources: Companies Act 2016 s.68 SSM Practice Directive 10/2024

Also asked as: dormant sdn bhd fees; company not trading still pay; syarikat tidur kena bayar ke; cost to keep company alive.

We check outstanding obligations and audit-exemption eligibility before quoting. Dormancy does not automatically remove tax returns or other compliance work.

### Key facts

- Statutory obligations continue when dormant
- Audit exemption is conditional
- Strike-off eligibility must be checked separately

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