Q&A on Loss of Share Certificate for Malaysia Companies
| Q: | What should a shareholder do if a share certificate is lost, stolen, or destroyed? |
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The shareholder should notify the company in writing as soon as possible. Upon receiving the notification, the company will record the loss and provide guidance on the process for issuing a replacement certificate. |
| Q: | What information should be included in the notification to report the loss of a share certificate? |
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The written notification should include:
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| Q: | What steps are required to apply for a replacement share certificate? |
| A: |
The shareholder must execute a statutory declaration confirming the loss and prepare a letter of indemnity to safeguard the company against potential future claims. After receiving these documents, the Board will pass a resolution approving the issuance of the duplicate share certificate. |
| Q: | What will be stated on the replacement share certificate? |
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The replacement certificate will be clearly marked “DUPLICATE” and will contain the same details as the original certificate. |
| Q: | What happens if the original certificate is later found? |
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If the original share certificate is located after a duplicate has been issued, the shareholder must return the original certificate to the company promptly for cancellation. |

