Company Formation & Secretary
Starting a business in Malaysia is made seamless with GBEConsultants. As a premier business consultancy, we provide end-to-end support for entrepreneurs, local SMEs, and foreign investors wishing to establish a sound corporate presence in Malaysia's thriving economy.
Our company formation services are structured to navigate the regulatory requirements of the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) and the Labuan Financial Services Authority (Labuan FSA) efficiently, ensuring full compliance from day one.
1. SSM Company Registration & Incorporation
Incorporating a private limited company (Sdn Bhd) is the most popular choice for businesses in Malaysia due to its limited liability structure and credibility. We handle the entire incorporation process:
- Name Search & Reservation: Verification of your desired company name availability with SSM to prevent copyright or registration conflicts.
- Incorporation Lodgement: Vetting and submitting incorporation documents, directors' and shareholders' declarations, and capital structures.
- SSM Registration Certificate: Securing the official Section 17 (Certificate of Incorporation) and Section 14 (Super Form) to activate corporate operations.
Compliance Note: A private limited company (Sdn Bhd) in Malaysia requires a minimum of one director who resides in Malaysia and one shareholder. The director and shareholder can be the same person.
2. Company Secretarial Services
Under the Malaysian Companies Act 2016, every company must appoint a qualified Company Secretary within 30 days of incorporation. Our comprehensive secretarial package covers:
- Statutory Registers: Maintaining the register of members, directors, secretaries, and charges at the registered office.
- Board & AGM Resolutions: Drafting, organizing, and recording minutes for Board of Directors meetings and Annual General Meetings (AGMs).
- SSM Filings: Timely filing of Annual Returns, Audited Financial Statements, and updates regarding changes in directorship or share capital to avoid penalties.
3. Labuan Offshore Company Setup
For international trading, digital businesses, shipping, and wealth management, establishing a Labuan International Business and Financial Centre (Labuan IBFC) company offers unique advantages, including attractive tax structures overseen by the Labuan FSA:
- Foreign Ownership: 100% foreign ownership is permitted, with no local director requirements.
- Tax Optimization: Access to a competitive corporate tax rate of 3% on audited net profits for trading activities, or 0% for non-trading activities.
- Substance Compliance: Guidance on fulfilling physical substance requirements, including maintaining a physical office and local employment in Labuan.