# Can I reserve a company name before incorporating? — RCS
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## Can I reserve a company name before incorporating?

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

Yes — a name application costs RM50 and an approved name is reserved for 30 days, extendable in further 30-day blocks up to 180 days in total. Useful when shareholders or documents aren't ready but the name matters now. If everything is ready, direct incorporation skips the separate reservation and bundles the search into the RM1,010.

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Sources: SSM Table of Fees

Also asked as: name reservation ssm 30 days; simpan nama dulu; book company name malaysia.

### Key facts

- RM50 per 30 days, max 180 days
- Direct incorporation alternative: RM1,010 bundled

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