Private Limited Company (Sdn. Bhd.) Incorporation — Malaysia
We help foreign entrepreneurs set up a company in Malaysia — ensures a smooth, compliant, and efficient registration with SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia).
Who is it for / Suitable for
Foreign entrepreneurs planning to run a business legally in Malaysia.
Startups, SMEs, regional businesses, or investors seeking a Malaysia-based entity.
Suitable for those needing:
- Local invoicing capability
- Local contracts & hiring
- Physical operations or online business presence
- Eligibility for work visas (e.g., Employment Pass)
Key Requirements
Minimum 1 director
Malaysian resident (citizen or PR).
Minimum 1 shareholder
100% foreign ownership allowed for many industries.
A registered office address in Malaysia
Paid-up capital: typically RM 1,000 to RM 100,000
Depending on business and visa needs.
Company name approval from SSM
Compliance with Malaysia Companies Act 2016
Clients need to provide the following information / documents
Document Name
Notarized
Passport copies of all foreign directors & shareholders
Full-color, valid passport
No / Yes (If SSM requests)
Residential address & contact details
For all directors/shareholders
No
Proposed company name(s)
For name search & approval
No
Business activities description (SSIC codes)
Required for company profile
No
Shareholding structure
Percentage breakdown
No
Constitution (optional)
If adopting a custom company constitution
No
Proof of Malaysian resident director (IC copy)
Local director required
No
Authorization letter (if using a corporate shareholder)
From parent company
Yes
Average Processing Time
Name approval + incorporation
What you would get when the application is complete
Certificate of Incorporation
Section 17 / Superform
Company Profile from SSM
Company Registration Number
Memorandum / Constitution
If applicable
SSM E-info Extract
On-going Compliance Requirements
To keep your company compliant and maintain incentives, the following obligations must be met:
Annual return filing with SSM
Submit the company’s annual return to SSM.
Annual audited financial statements
Prepare and file audited accounts every year.
Tax filings
Submit monthly or quarterly tax filings, including Corporate Income Tax (CIT) and SST (if applicable).
Registered office & Company Secretary
Maintain an active registered address and a licensed company secretary at all times.
SSM Updates
Report any changes in directors, shareholders, or company address to SSM promptly.
Government Agencies Involved / Overseeing the Application
The following Malaysian authorities oversee company registration, taxation, and statutory compliance:
SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia)
Handles company registration and compliance.
LHDN (Inland Revenue Board)
Oversees tax registration, corporate tax, and employer tax numbers.
EPF / SOCSO / EIS
Required when hiring employees for statutory contributions and social protection.
DSSM / Relevant Licensing Bodies
Issue industry-specific business licenses when applicable.
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