Set Up a Manufacturing Operation in Malaysia
Manufacturing with shareholders' funds ≥ RM2.5M or ≥ 75 employees requires a Manufacturing Licence from MIDA. We handle the application.
Relevant MSIC codes
- 10Manufacture of food products
- 13Manufacture of textiles
- 20Manufacture of chemicals
- 26Manufacture of computer, electronic and optical products
- 29Manufacture of motor vehicles
Key licences
- Manufacturing Licence (MIDA, ICA 1975)
- DOSH Factory Registration
- Department of Environment (DOE) — Schedule 4 / EIA where applicable
- Local Authority Business Licence
- Bomba / Fire safety approval
- Possibility of Pioneer Status / ITA — see incentives guide
Need more detail?
Submit the configurator and our Malaysia setup specialists will reach out with a tailored quote, timeline, and document checklist within one business day.
Or use the generic Sdn Bhd configuratorStep 1 of 4
1 — What activity will the business do?
Pick the MSIC industry code so we can attach the right licences, tax rules, and foreign-equity guidance to your quote.
10
We'll attach licence requirements and FDI rules for this code to your quote.