Can a foreigner own 100% of a Malaysian Sdn Bhd?
Yes — 100% foreign shareholding is permitted in most sectors, with no local partner required. The exceptions are sector-specific: distributive trade (retail, wholesale, F&B) needs WRT approval with substantial capital, and regulated industries like finance, education and oil and gas carry their own equity conditions. At least one director must ordinarily reside in Malaysia.
Statutory figures: Companies Act 2016 s.196 KPDN 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
- 100% foreign equity permitted in most sectors
- WRT/regulated-sector exceptions apply
- ≥1 ordinarily-resident director — s.196
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