How to Register a Company in Malaysia: Step-by-Step Guide (2026 Update)

2026年马来西亚公司注册完全指南

Malaysia continues to be a premier destination for entrepreneurs, SMEs, and foreign investors in Southeast Asia. With its strategic location, business-friendly regulations, and competitive costs, setting up a private limited company (Sdn Bhd) remains the gold standard for business expansion in 2026.

马来西亚依然是东南亚最受企业家、中小企业和外国投资者青睐的投资目的地之一。凭借优越的地理位置、亲商政策及竞争性成本，在2026年注册一家私人有限公司 (Sdn Bhd) 仍是开展业务的最佳选择。

 

Why Choose Malaysia? | 为什么选择马来西亚？

  •  ASEAN Gateway: Strategic access to a 600M+ consumer market.
  • (东盟门户： 进军拥有6亿人口的庞大市场。)
  • Cost-Efficient: Competitive operational and labor costs.
  • (成本优势： 具有竞争力的运营与劳动力成本。)
  • Foreign Ownership: 100% foreign ownership allowed in most sectors.
  • (外资控股： 大多数行业允许100%外资持股。)
  • Robust Framework: Strong legal and financial systems.
  • (完善体系： 稳健的法律框架与金融体系。)

 

Step 1: Select Your Business Structure | 第一步：选择业务结构

Feature

Sole Proprietorship (独资企业)

Private Limited / Sdn Bhd (私人有限公司)

Liability

Unlimited Personal Liability (无限责任)

Limited Liability (有限责任)

Ownership

Malaysians/PRs Only (仅限大马公民/PR)

Local & Foreigners (本地及外籍人士均可)

Continuity

Ceases with Owner (随业主去世而终止)

Perpetual Succession (永久存续)

Credibility

Lower (较低)

High (更高，便于融资和投标)

💡 Recommendation: Most startups and SMEs choose Sdn Bhd for its scalability and legal protection.

💡 建议： 大多数初创公司和中小企业选择 Sdn Bhd，因其具备可扩展性及法律保护。

 

Step 2: Legal Requirements (Sdn Bhd) | 第二步：了解法律要求

To register an Sdn Bhd in 2026, you must meet these minimum criteria:

在2026年注册私人有限公司，需满足以下最低要求：

  •         Directors: At least 1 director (min. 18 years old, ordinarily residing in Malaysia). (至少1名董事，需年满18岁并常住于马来西亚。)
  •         Shareholders: At least 1 shareholder (individual or corporate). (至少1名股东，个人或公司均可。(外国人可100%持股))
  •         Company Secretary: Must appoint a licensed CoSec within 30 days of incorporation. (必须在成立后30天内委任一名持牌公司秘书。)
  •         Registered Office: A physical address in Malaysia for statutory records. (一个位于马来西亚的注册办公地址。)

 

The Paid-Up Capital Strategy | 实缴资本策略

Technically, you can start with RM1. However, this is not recommended for operational reasons:

法律上您可以以 1令吉 注册，但在实际操作中并不建议：

  •         RM1,000 – RM10,000: Ideal for internal startups. (适用于内部初创项目。)
  •         RM50,000+: Recommended for business licenses and banking credibility. (建议用于申请商业执照及提升银行信誉。)
  •         RM500,000+或更高: Often required for hiring foreign talent (EP holders). (通常为聘请外籍员工/工作准证的最低要求。)

 

Step 3: Incorporation Process | 第三步：注册流程

  1. Name Search & Reservation | 名称查册与保留

The name must be unique, non-offensive, and compliant with SSM guidelines.

公司名称必须独特、不具误导性，并符合马来西亚公司委员会 (SSM) 的指南。

  1. Digital Incorporation via MyCoID | 提交注册申请

Your Licensed Company Secretary will submit the necessary documents through the MyCoID portal.

您的持牌公司秘书将通过 MyCoID 门户网站提交必要的注册文件。

  1. Approval Timeline | 时间线

Stage (阶段)

Estimated Time (预估时间)

Name Approval (名称批准)

Within 24 Hours (24小时内)

SSM Incorporation (注册获批)

1 – 3 Working Days (1-3个工作日)

Bank Account Opening (银行开户)

2 – 4 Weeks (2-4周)

 

Step 4: Post-Registration Compliance | 第四步：后续合规事项

Registration is just the beginning. To stay compliant, you must:

注册成功只是第一步，您还必须完成以下事项：

  1. Open a Corporate Bank Account: Requires board resolutions. (开设公司银行账户：需董事会决议。)
  2. Appoint Auditors: Must be done within 30 days. (委任审计师：需在30天内完成。)
  3. Tax Registration: Register with LHDN for corporate and employer tax. (税务登记：向内陆税收局登记公司及雇主税号。)
  4. Licenses: Apply for specific industry licenses (e.g., WRT, Halal, CIDB). (执照申请：根据行业申请特定执照。)

Common Pitfalls to Avoid | 常见错误预警

  • ❌ Using Unlicensed Agents: Leads to compliance risks and delays. (委任无牌代理： 导致合规风险及进度延误。)
  • ❌ Ignoring Statutory Deadlines: Results in heavy fines from SSM/LHDN. (忽视法定截止日期： 导致来自SSM/LHDN的高额罚款。)

Why iComSec? | 为什么选择 iComSec？

Setting up a business in a foreign land or even locally can be complex. iComSec provides end-to-end support to ensure your business starts on a solid legal foundation.

在异国甚至本地创业都极具挑战。iComSec 提供端到端的支持，确保您的业务建立在稳固的法律基础上。

  • Expert Consultation: Tailored advice on capital and structure.
  • (专家咨询： 针对资本与架构提供定制建议。)
  • Efficiency: Fast-track incorporation via digital channels.
  • (高效办理： 通过数字化渠道快速完成注册。)
  • Peace of Mind: We handle the paperwork; you build the business.
  • (省心省力： 我们处理繁琐文书，您专注业务发展。)

📞 Ready to Start Your Business Journey? | 准备好开启创业之旅了吗？

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👉Contact iComSec today for a Free 20-Minute Consultation.

不要让合规成为隐患。立即联系 iComSec 预约 20分钟免费咨询。