Company Registration in Malaysia with Finextwin — Remote Setup, Affordable, Legally Compliant
Malaysia
Company registration
Malaysia
Company registration
Open a business in Malaysia - a prestigious and stable jurisdiction with affordable taxation and flexible conditions for foreign investors
Malaysia
Company registration
Malaysia
Company registration
Open a business in Malaysia - a prestigious and stable jurisdiction with affordable taxation and flexible conditions for foreign investors
Request your personal consultation
Tell us your goals
We will find the best immigration program for you
We will find the best immigration program for you
Start your company in Malaysia
Fill out the short form
We will contact you as soon as possible
We will contact you as soon as possible
Company registration in Malaysia
Fill out the simple form
We will contact you as soon as possible
We will contact you as soon as possible
Advantages of a Malaysia company
Fast incorporation
Company registration takes 7 to 11 business days
Taxes
Corporate tax from 17% for small and medium-sized businesses
Banking
Access to local and international banks, multi-currency accounts
Location
A logistics hub with fast access to ASEAN and China markets
Jurisdiction overview: Malaysia
Malaysia is one of the most stable and attractive countries in Southeast Asia for doing business. Thanks to its transparent legal system, support for foreign investment, and modern infrastructure, the country offers a favorable environment for international companies. Company registration is available to foreign founders, and the corporate tax regime is one of the most competitive in the region.
Malaysia actively develops its digital economy, provides access to leading Asian markets, and offers attractive conditions for exports, logistics, IT companies, and international trade. The country is also known for its reputation as a reliable financial hub, offering easy access to both local and international banks.
Thanks to its geographic location, investment incentives, and flexible corporate regulation, Malaysia is an excellent platform for launching and scaling global projects.
Malaysia actively develops its digital economy, provides access to leading Asian markets, and offers attractive conditions for exports, logistics, IT companies, and international trade. The country is also known for its reputation as a reliable financial hub, offering easy access to both local and international banks.
Thanks to its geographic location, investment incentives, and flexible corporate regulation, Malaysia is an excellent platform for launching and scaling global projects.
Main features of the jurisdiction
- Legal system: based on English common law, high transparency and legal certainty
- Currency: Malaysian Ringgit (MYR), freely convertible under local regulation
- Taxation: standard corporate income tax rate — 24%; reduced rates of 17% for SMEs
- Reporting: annual financial reporting is mandatory; audit required for companies with high turnover
- Confidentiality: information about directors and shareholders is available in the public register; nominee services are allowed
- Regulator: Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM)
Malaysia is ideal for international trade, e-commerce, IT projects, logistics, and financial structures.
Requirements for company founders
Available company type: Private Limited Company (Sdn. Bhd.)
This is the most common legal form for businesses in Malaysia. It is similar to an LLC and is suitable
for both SMEs and international holding structures.
Who can be a founder:
This is the most common legal form for businesses in Malaysia. It is similar to an LLC and is suitable
for both SMEs and international holding structures.
Who can be a founder:
- Any individual or legal entity (of any nationality)
- Minimum one shareholder
- Minimum one director (must be a Malaysian resident — we provide nominee service)
- A company secretary is mandatory (must be a local resident — included in our package)
- A registered office address in Malaysia (included in our package)
- Minimum paid-up capital: from MYR 1 (no immediate deposit required)
- KYC/AML compliance: passport, proof of address, and corporate documents (if applicable)
Choose your plan
Incorporation
✔ Company name reservation
✔ Document preparation and submission for Sdn Bhd registration
✔ Certificate of Incorporation
✔ Extract from the register of directors and shareholders
✔ Tax ID assignment
✔ Full set of company registration documents
_________________________________________
Secretary and legal address
✔ Appointment of a licensed Company Secretary for 1 year
✔ Registered office address for 1 year
_________________________________________
Bank account
✔ Preparation of a complete bank application file
✔ Opening of a corporate bank account in Malaysia
✔ Company name reservation
✔ Document preparation and submission for Sdn Bhd registration
✔ Certificate of Incorporation
✔ Extract from the register of directors and shareholders
✔ Tax ID assignment
✔ Full set of company registration documents
_________________________________________
Secretary and legal address
✔ Appointment of a licensed Company Secretary for 1 year
✔ Registered office address for 1 year
_________________________________________
Bank account
✔ Preparation of a complete bank application file
✔ Opening of a corporate bank account in Malaysia
Incorporation
✔ Company name reservation
✔ Document preparation and submission for Sdn Bhd registration
✔ Certificate of Incorporation
✔ Extract from the register of directors and shareholders
✔ Tax ID assignment
✔ Full set of company registration documents
_________________________________________
Secretary and legal address
✔ Appointment of a licensed Company Secretary for 1 year
✔ Registered office address for 1 year
_________________________________________
Bank account
✔ Preparation of a complete bank application file
✔ Opening of a corporate bank account in Malaysia
✔ Company name reservation
✔ Document preparation and submission for Sdn Bhd registration
✔ Certificate of Incorporation
✔ Extract from the register of directors and shareholders
✔ Tax ID assignment
✔ Full set of company registration documents
_________________________________________
Secretary and legal address
✔ Appointment of a licensed Company Secretary for 1 year
✔ Registered office address for 1 year
_________________________________________
Bank account
✔ Preparation of a complete bank application file
✔ Opening of a corporate bank account in Malaysia
Incorporation
✔ Company name reservation
✔ Document preparation and submission for Sdn Bhd registration
✔ Certificate of Incorporation
✔ Extract from the register of directors and shareholders
✔ Tax ID assignment
✔ Full set of company registration documents
_________________________________________
Secretary and legal address
✔ Appointment of a licensed Company Secretary for 1 year
✔ Registered office address for 1 year
_________________________________________
Bank account
✔ Preparation of a complete bank application file
✔ Opening of a corporate bank account in Malaysia
✔ Company name reservation
✔ Document preparation and submission for Sdn Bhd registration
✔ Certificate of Incorporation
✔ Extract from the register of directors and shareholders
✔ Tax ID assignment
✔ Full set of company registration documents
_________________________________________
Secretary and legal address
✔ Appointment of a licensed Company Secretary for 1 year
✔ Registered office address for 1 year
_________________________________________
Bank account
✔ Preparation of a complete bank application file
✔ Opening of a corporate bank account in Malaysia
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before launching your business in Malaysia
Yes, a foreigner can register a company in Malaysia. The most common business structure is a Private Limited Company (Sdn Bhd). In most sectors, 100% foreign ownership is allowed, except for a few regulated industries with specific ownership restrictions. Permanent residency is not required for company registration, but certain structural requirements must be met.
Yes, Malaysian law requires that at least one director of an Sdn Bhd company must be a resident of Malaysia. This can be a Malaysian citizen, a permanent resident, or a foreigner holding a valid long-term work visa. If you don’t have a suitable candidate, we provide nominee local director services that comply with all legal requirements.
Yes, appointing a licensed company secretary is mandatory within 30 days of incorporation. The secretary must be a Malaysian resident and hold qualifications recognized by the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM). The secretary is responsible for filing annual returns, maintaining statutory records, and ensuring legal compliance. We offer this service as part of our complete incorporation package.
The minimum paid-up capital for an Sdn Bhd company is 1 Malaysian Ringgit (MYR). However, if the company intends to hire foreign employees or apply for certain licenses, higher capital may be required—such as MYR 500,000 for specific business activities. As a standard recommendation, we advise setting a capital amount of MYR 1,000 to 10,000 depending on your business goals.
Corporate Income Tax (CIT)
Standard rate:
22% on net taxable income (profit after deducting expenses).
Reduced rate for small companies:
Companies with an annual revenue of less than IDR 50 billion (~USD 3.2 million) can apply a reduced rate of 11% on the first IDR 4.8 billion of taxable income.
Any income exceeding IDR 4.8 billion is taxed at the standard 22% rate.
Value Added Tax (VAT) / PPN
Standard VAT rate:
11%.
Mandatory VAT registration if:
Annual revenue exceeds IDR 4.8 billion (~USD 310,000), or
The company voluntarily registers for VAT to enhance its credibility, especially in B2B operations.
Standard rate:
22% on net taxable income (profit after deducting expenses).
Reduced rate for small companies:
Companies with an annual revenue of less than IDR 50 billion (~USD 3.2 million) can apply a reduced rate of 11% on the first IDR 4.8 billion of taxable income.
Any income exceeding IDR 4.8 billion is taxed at the standard 22% rate.
Value Added Tax (VAT) / PPN
Standard VAT rate:
11%.
Mandatory VAT registration if:
Annual revenue exceeds IDR 4.8 billion (~USD 310,000), or
The company voluntarily registers for VAT to enhance its credibility, especially in B2B operations.
Opening a corporate account requires the physical presence of the company’s director at the bank. You must submit a full set of corporate documents, including the constitution, certificate of incorporation, tenancy agreement, and personal documents of shareholders and directors. We assist with the entire process—from preparing the bank profile to setting up appointments. Depending on the bank and business profile, account opening typically takes 5 to 15 business days.
Talk to our expert
Fill out the short form,
and we will contact you as soon as possible
and we will contact you as soon as possible
Feedback from our clients on Google
We needed to incorporate a company in Indonesia to service international clients. Finextwin gave us clear advice, explained all the requirements and handled the process remotely...
This was my second time working with Finextwin — this time to register a company in Thailand. Just like before: clear instructions, fast responses, perfectly prepared documents...
I was referred to Finextwin by a colleague for urgent company registration in Singapore. From the first email to receiving all the documents, it took exactly two weeks. Everything was handled remotely...
Contact us
- +1 814 300 8857
- info@finextwin.com
- 367-375 Queen's Road Central,
Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
Contact us
- +1 814 300 8857
- info@finextwin.com
- 367-375 Queen's Road Central,
Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
© Copyright 2025 Finextwin - All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy