2 Effective Ways for Online Business License Lookup

It is now a breeze for business owners to access business license information online. Let’s delve into 2 efficient methods for online business license lookup with Thao & Co.

Where to conduct business license lookup for issuance or renewal dates?

The issuance date of the business license is clearly stated on the document itself. When conducting a business license lookup on the General Department of Taxation Portal, this date appears at the top of the page, next to the enterprise identification number.

To look up the renewal date of the business license, you can follow these steps:

1. + Visit the official website of the National Enterprise Registration Portal at dangkykinhdoanh.gov.vn
2. + Enter the Tax code in the Search box located in the top right corner.
3. + The system will display “Basic information” about the business, then click on “Product” to check the business license renewal date.

⚠️ Note: A fee is required to access this information.

Learn more: The Complete Guide to Setting up a Business in Vietnam for Foreigners

Where to find the business license number?

The business license number, also known as the enterprise identification number, is located at the top of the enterprise registration certificate.

This number is crucial for enterprises to fulfill their tax obligation. It also helps the government efficiently oversee and regulate business activities.

ℹ️ As of July 1, 2015, the business license number and tax code have been merged into one. However, businesses established before this date had distinct codes for each, making it essential to unify them for consistency.

How to look up business license number on the Enterprise Information Portal?

The National Business Registration Portal also provides an easy way to look up business licenses. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you navigate the process:

Step 1: Visit the National Enterprise Registration Portal at dangkykinhdoanh.gov.vn

Step 2: Enter the Tax code in the Search box at the top right corner of the page, then click search. Don’t worry if you forget the tax code. You can search using the business name instead.

Step 3: The system will display essential business details, including:

1. • Enterprise name
2. • Enterprise identification number
3. • Legal status of the enterprise
4. • Type of enterprise
5. • Enterprise establishment date
6. • Name of at-law representatives
7. • Head office address
8. • Business sector
9. • Etc.

Additionally, you can look up the enterprise identification number via Google using the format: MST + [enterprise name].

Example: MST Vinamilk

How to check business license online on the General Department of Taxation Portal?

You can take the following steps to check your business license online on the General Department of Taxation Portal:

Step 1: Visit the official website of the General Department of Taxation at tracuunnt.gdt.gov.vn.

Step 2: Enter the Tax code and complete the CAPTCHA code as shown on the screen, then click Search.

Step 3: Receive the results and check the business information

Once the system processes your request, it will display key business license details, including:

1. • Enterprise identification number
2. • Founding date
3. • Enterprise name
4. • Tax authority
5. • Name of at-law representatives
6. • Tax status of the enterprise
7. • Head office address
8. • Place of tax registration
9. • General director
10. • Chief accountant
11. • And other information

What to do if the business has not publicly disclosed its information?

As prescribed by law, enterprises that fail to disclose their business information within the required timeframe shall be subject to fines ranging from 1,000,000 VND to 2,000,000 VND.

Additionally, if enterprises fail to disclose their information periodically, they may face penalties ranging from 30,000,000 VND to 50,000,000 VND.

To avoid these penalties, the business owner must publish their business information within 30 days of receiving the enterprise registration certificate.

There are two ways to disclose business information:

+ You can submit your application at the Department of Planning and Investment of the Province or City.

1. Step 1: Submit the written request for business information disclosure at the reception counter.
2. Step 2: Pay the required fee and keep your receipt.
3. Step 3: Wait for the Business Registration Office to upload your business information to the National Enterprise Registration Portal.

+ You can apply for business registration online via the National Enterprise Registration Portal:

1. Step 1: Visit dangkykinhdoanh.gov.vn, select “Public services”, then “E-Gazette”, and click “New registration”.
2. Step 2: Search for the business, select the information to be disclosed, and then set the public date.
3. Step 3: Confirm the information and proceed with the payment. Once the payment is completed, your business information will be uploaded to the National Enterprise Registration Portal.

Key takeaways

Thao & Co. hopes the above information has provided you with a clear and practical guide to business license lookup. Our goal is to help you navigate the process smoothly and access accurate business details with ease.

The registration and lookup of business licenses and other legal procedures have a direct influence on how a business runs.

Business owners, especially foreign investors, often spend a considerable amount of time and effort navigating these processes.

To ease this burden, Thao & Co. offers the following services to assist foreign investors in handling legal procedures efficiently:

1. ⭐ Consulting on choosing the most suitable type of business
2. ⭐ Comprehensive support for setting up foreign-invested enterprises
3. ⭐ Notarized translation and consular authentication services
4. ⭐ Ongoing legal advisory and post-establishment support

You can refer to professional services that support doing business in Vietnam from experts!

With Thao & Co.’s expertise, foreign investors can confidently break into the Vietnamese market and drive their business toward lasting success.

For a personalized consultation on our services, simply submit your information through our Contact page or chat with us directly on our website. Our specialists will promptly reach out to assist you!