Business License
Once you have registered your company in Malaysia, you must apply for the business licences that are relevant to your operation. If you run your company without the necessary licences or permits, the government may suspend your company and/or levy harsh penalties.
Types
General licenses
General licenses are the necessary licenses you will need when you decide to establish a business in Malaysia.
Types
Sector/industry-specific licenses
The sector/industry-specific licenses are licenses that are needed for a specific industry or sector specified by the Malaysian government.
Types
Activity specific licenses
This type of license regulates specific activities and can be applied to more than one industry or sector.
Business Premise License
Lesen Premis
If you want to operate your business from a business premise, you must apply for a business premise license, often known as a trade license.
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These are some the most common and straightforward business premise licenses in Malaysia.
Office License
F&B Restaurant License
Flower Shop License
Barber Shop License
Shoe Store License
For certain less straightforward commercial operations, the local town council will review and determine whether a business falls within the applicable licensing category when an application has been filed.
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Certain enterprises must additionally get supporting documentation from the proper ministry and/or other relevant governmental entity before applying for a business premise license.
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