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How to Check if a Property Agent is Registered in Malaysia

Verify any agent in seconds — search by name or REN number against the official LPPEH register. Free, instant, no login.

Before you pay a deposit or sign anything, confirm your property agent is registered and licensed. In Malaysia, every legitimate agent is registered with the Board of Valuers, Appraisers, Estate Agents and Property Managers (LPPEH/BOVAEP). Unregistered “agents” are a leading cause of property scams and lost deposits — verifying takes seconds and protects your money.

2 ways to check an agent is registered

1. Search online (fastest)

Type the agent's name or REN number in the box above. We check it against the LPPEH register and show their status (Active / Expired), agency and area instantly. You can also search the official register at lppeh.gov.my.

2. Ask for the LPPEH authority card

A genuine agent carries a physical LPPEH authority card showing their photo, name, REN/REA number and agency. Match the number on the card to what you find online.

REN vs REA — what the number means

  • REN (Real Estate Negotiator) — e.g. REN 12345. A licensed negotiator working under a registered agency.
  • REA (Registered Estate Agent) — number starts with E (e.g. E 1234). A full licence-holder who can run their own agency.
  • No number = not licensed. Only registered RENs and REAs may legally collect fees for property dealings in Malaysia.

Cara Semak Ejen Hartanah Berdaftar di Malaysia

Untuk semak ejen hartanah berdaftar, masukkan nama atau nombor REN ejen dalam kotak carian di atas — kami semak status pendaftaran mereka dengan LPPEH dengan serta-merta (Aktif / Tamat Tempoh), termasuk firma dan kawasan. Anda juga boleh semak di laman rasmi lppeh.gov.my. Sentiasa minta ejen tunjukkan kad kuasa LPPEH yang sah dan jangan bayar sebarang deposit sebelum disahkan.

Red flags of an unregistered agent

  • • Can't produce a REN/REA number or LPPEH authority card
  • • Asks for deposits into a personal bank account
  • • Name or REN doesn't appear in the register
  • • Pressures you to pay quickly before verifying

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Data is mirrored from the public LPPEH register and refreshed periodically. For the authoritative, real-time record, always confirm at lppeh.gov.my. NewProjek is not affiliated with LPPEH.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check if a property agent is registered in Malaysia?▼
Enter the agent's name or REN number in the search box above. NewProjek checks it against the official LPPEH register and shows whether they are a registered Real Estate Negotiator and if the licence is currently Active. You can also search the official register directly at lppeh.gov.my.
What is the difference between a REN and an REA?▼
An REN (Real Estate Negotiator) is a licensed agent who works under a registered estate agency; their number looks like REN 12345. An REA (Registered Estate Agent) holds a full licence (number starts with E, e.g. E 1234) and can run their own agency. Both are registered with LPPEH.
Cara semak ejen hartanah berdaftar?▼
Masukkan nama atau nombor REN ejen dalam kotak carian di atas untuk semak status pendaftaran mereka dengan LPPEH. Atau, lawati laman rasmi lppeh.gov.my dan cari mengikut nama atau nombor pendaftaran. Pastikan ejen mempunyai kad kuasa LPPEH yang sah sebelum sebarang urusan.
Why should I verify a property agent before dealing with them?▼
Unregistered or fake agents are a common source of property scams and lost deposits in Malaysia. Verifying that an agent holds a valid, active REN/REA licence confirms they are accountable to LPPEH and authorised to handle property transactions — protecting your money.
What if the agent is not in the register?▼
If you can't find an agent by name or REN, treat it as a red flag — ask to see their physical LPPEH authority card, confirm the agency name, and do not pay any deposit until verified. Only licensed RENs and REAs may legally collect fees for property dealings in Malaysia.