On 7 August 2024, the Ministry of Commerce (“MOC”) and the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications (“MPTC”) jointly issued a Notification on the Launching of Standard QR Code for Verification via “verify.gov.kh” on the “Certificate of Incorporation” (“Notification”). This Notification aims to align with goals under the Cambodian government digital policies and the Sub-decree No. 52 issued in the previous year on the launching of “verify.gov.kh” portal (“Portal”).
The key highlights of this Notification are as follows:
- Standard QR Code on COI: A standard QR code will be embedded on the Certificate of Incorporation (“COI”), issued by the MOC. By scanning that QR code with a smart-device camera, such COI can be quickly verified to ensure its genuineness with high security and accuracy.
- Elimination of Legalized Paper Copies: The COI with the standard QR code can be officially used, by no longer requiring its legalized copies in paper form (as practically made by businesses and general publics at the capital-provincial hall).
It is also important to note that, in accordance with the related Sub-decree No. 52, the verification process conducted through the Portal does not require the payment of public service fees.
This development marks a significant step forward in the Cambodian government’s efforts to streamline business registration processes, enhance document security, and reduce administrative burdens on businesses.
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