Extraction of bituminous or oil shale and tar sand
This activity involves the extraction of bituminous materials, including oil shale and tar sand, from the earth. It encompasses the processes of mining and recovering these natural resources, which are primarily used for the production of oil and other petroleum products.
Upstream petroleum operations require Production Sharing Contract (PSC) with Petronas. Foreign participation is structured via PSC terms, not equity.
- Foreign equity
- 100%
- Capital floor
- None
- Setup timeline
- 8–12 wk
Foreign ownership rules
Foreign ownership rules
- Oil & Gas UpstreamconditionalPETRONAS
Upstream petroleum operations require Production Sharing Contract (PSC) with Petronas. Foreign participation is structured via PSC terms, not equity.
Source
Sourced from MIDA sector booklets and respective regulators. Verify the latest rules with the regulator before investment decisions.
Activity details
SST & Withholding Tax
Risk Level
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