Almost every business in Malaysia needs one or more licences to operate legally. We work out exactly which ones you need, prepare and submit the applications, and handle renewals — so you can trade with peace of mind.
A business licence is your company's permit to operate. Trading without the right one can mean fines or closure — but the requirements differ by business type, activity and local council. We make it simple and keep you compliant.
Needed by nearly every business, from your local council (PBT): Business Premise Licence and Signboard Licence — often issued together as a Composite Licence.
Depend on your trade, from the relevant ministry or agency: F&B, retail, tourism (MOTAC), education (MOE), childcare (JKM), construction (CIDB) and more.
Triggered by what you do or who owns the business: WRT licence for foreign-owned wholesale/retail (KPDN), import/export, MOF vendor registration, MDEC status and music licences.
We review your business, premises and activities and list every licence you actually need.
We compile the forms, documents, premises plans and signboard wording (in Malay, meeting the rules).
We lodge with the local council or ministry and liaise with the officers until approval.
We track expiry dates and handle your annual renewals, so nothing lapses.
Illustrative only — your exact requirements depend on your activity and local council.
| Business | Licences typically needed |
|---|---|
| Retail shop | Premise + Signboard (+ WRT if foreign-owned) |
| Restaurant / café | Premise + Signboard + food premises approval |
| Import / export | Premise + Customs registration |
| Travel / tourism | Premise + Signboard + MOTAC licence |
| Tuition / education | Premise + Signboard + MOE / state approval |
| Childcare centre | Premise + Signboard + JKM registration |
Tell us about your business and premises — we'll map out exactly what's required and handle the applications end to end.
