Company registration in Malaysia: business setup and incorporation services

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Company Registration in Malaysia

Available Asia

1-2 weeks

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Processing Time

1-2 weeks

Corporate Tax

Foreign Ownership

100% Allowed

Remote Setup

Available

A promising Southeast Asian jurisdiction with a developed economy, offering foreigners tax incentives and investment protection. Preferential rates and tax holidays are available for priority projects (re-export, technology), especially in the high-tech sector (MSC Malaysia program). Well-suited for ICT companies and trading holdings looking to enter fast-growing ASEAN markets. Restrictions: at least one Malaysian resident director is required, and some sectors (e.g., media, finance) may have foreign ownership limitations.

Onshore 100% Foreign Ownership Remote Setup Remote Banking

Tax rates

Corporate

Personal

10%

Dividend

Special taxation terms & incentives

• Pioneer Status: partial exemption on 70% of statutory income for five years (up to 100% for strategic projects). • Investment Tax Allowance: 60% of qualifying capital expenditure over five years, offset against up to 70% of statutory income. • Malaysia Digital status: 0% on qualifying IP income and 5% or 10% on qualifying non-IP income for up to 10 years. • A New Investment Incentive Framework (tiered, outcome-based) is being phased in from 1 March 2026. • Broadly territorial: foreign-sourced income of companies is generally exempt, subject to economic-substance conditions on foreign dividends.

Incorporate in Malaysia

Banking

Business

Available with local office/director

Personal

With resident status

Legal & compliance

Substance requirements

Office, director, accounting required

Tax treaties

Good DTT network

Ownership structure

100% foreign ownership allowed in most sectors. Exceptions include strategic sectors (banks, telecom, energy) where local partners or ownership limits apply. No restrictions for standard Sdn. Bhd. (LLC).

Ideal for

Manufacturing, ASEAN services

Good to know

Normal reputation, not offshore

Malaysia registration services & pricing

Transparent pricing: each price is the base scope for that service, including its government registration and agent fees. Route-specific authority or ongoing costs, if any, are confirmed in your written quote before you pay.

Incorporation

Basic Registration $4,800 one-time

Additional Services

Virtual Office $600 /year

Accounting $240 /month

Banking

Bank Account $260 one-time

Visas & Residency

Residence Visa $2,600 one-time

What's included in Malaysia registration

Company registration with local authorities
Business license
Company seal/stamp
Certificate of incorporation
Basic compliance setup

How to register a company in Malaysia

Submit Application

Upload your documents online

Document Review

We verify everything is in order

Government Filing

We handle all official submissions

Company Ready

We forward the documents issued by the registry

Malaysia: common questions

How long does it take to register a company in Malaysia?

Registration typically takes 1-2 weeks once your documents are complete. Actual timing depends on the registry and the route for your activity; we confirm it in your quote.

Can foreigners own 100% of a company in Malaysia?

Foreign ownership is generally permitted, but rules can depend on the activity, the route and the legal structure. Some jurisdictions also require a local director or company secretary. We check what applies to your case before you start.

Can I register a company in Malaysia remotely?

In many cases the registration steps can be completed remotely. Some routes, authorities or banks may still ask for an in-person step; we tell you before you commit.

Does company registration include a bank account?

No. Company registration and banking are separate. We support bank account applications through licensed partners; the bank decides on approval, documents and timing.

Ready to register your company?

Get started today and we'll guide you through every step of the process. Starting from $4,800 for the base registration scope. Your quote confirms any route-specific fees.

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