Section F · Construction/Activity (5-digit)
43123

Drilling, boring and core sampling for construction, geophysical, geological or similar purposes

This activity involves drilling, boring, and core sampling specifically for construction and geological purposes. It includes the extraction of samples from the earth to assess geological conditions, as well as to gather data for construction projects and geophysical studies.

Open to foreigners

Open to 100% foreign ownership under standard Malaysian policy.

Foreign equity
100%
Fully open
Capital floor
None
Standard Sdn Bhd RM 1
Key licences
1
1 mandatory
Setup timeline
8–12 wk
Foreign Sdn Bhd via Emerhub
Set up for this MSICOne-business-day quote · MSIC 43123 pre-filled
What you'll need to apply for

Licences & permits

Licences & permits

Specific to this activity
Mandatory
Common requirements for most Malaysian businesses6

Have Emerhub file every licence above for you

We'll prepare the forms, liaise with each agency and track approvals — bundled with Sdn Bhd setup. Agency fees are paid to the issuing authority; our service fee is quoted separately.

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Source: MalaysiaBiz / BLESS licence catalog.

Laws of Malaysia

Governing legislation

Federal Acts that regulate this activity

Traced through the business licences these Acts govern.

For SSM registration

Activity details

SST & Withholding Tax

SST Exempt
e-Invoice Required
WHT Applicable

WHT Risk: Payments to foreign sub-contractors subject to 10% + 3% WHT under S109B ITA 1967.

Risk Level

High Risk

e-Invoicing (MyInvois)

MSIC code 43123 is required when issuing e-invoices via LHDN MyInvois. Use this code in the Classification field of your e-invoice.

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