Malaysian business licence·Local Authority

Premises Licence (LP)

Issued by Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur (DBKL)Hotel Act (WPKL) 2003; Cyber Cafe and Internet Centre Rules (WPKL) 2012; Licensing By-Laws for Trade, Business and Industry (WPKL) 2016; Food Establishment Licensing By-Laws (WPKL) 2016

Overview

The Premises Licence is required for conducting various business activities at a legitimate business location. It permits the operation of specific activities as outlined by local regulations. Businesses must obtain this licence to ensure compliance with local laws.

Key details

Governing Act

Hotel Act (WPKL) 2003; Cyber Cafe and Internet Centre Rules (WPKL) 2012; Licensing By-Laws for Trade, Business and Industry (WPKL) 2016; Food Establishment Licensing By-Laws (WPKL) 2016

Agency fees

Varies by local authority

Validity

1-3 years

Issuing authority

Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur (DBKL)

Fees shown are government / local-authority fees payable to the issuing agency. Emerhub charges a separate service fee for handling the application end-to-end.

Eligible applicants

Sole proprietorships, partnerships, limited liability companies, government agencies, consultants, cooperatives, associations or institutions.

Application requirements

- Composite Form (DBKL-JPL-KP-01-A) for Premises Licence and Signboard Advertisement Licence (this form is free). - Copy of Company/Business/Organization Registration (Form 9 & 49 or Form D along with business and owner information). - 1 copy of the applicant's identity card/passport. - 1 colored visual of the signboard advertisement and a picture of the installation location (if applicable). - 2 exterior photos of the premises from different angles (including adjacent premises, above and below) and 2 interior photos from different angles. - Visual advertisement certified by Dewan Bahasa & Pustaka.