Can a foreigner own 100% of a Malaysian Sdn Bhd?
A foreign shareholder can own a Malaysian Sdn Bhd, but permissible equity and operating approvals depend on the business sector and activity. Check distributive-trade and other regulated-sector conditions before assuming 100% foreign ownership is acceptable for the proposed operation. The company still needs at least one director ordinarily resident in Malaysia.
Sources: Companies Act 2016 s.196KPDN WRT guidelines
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We check your intended activity against the equity rules before filing, so the structure you incorporate is the structure you can actually operate.
Key facts
- Foreign equity eligibility depends on sector and activity
- Confirm operating approvals before committing to the structure
- At least one ordinarily resident director under s.196
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