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Located in the heart of Southeast Asia, Malaysia is a strategically connected country known for its modern infrastructure, strong economy, and multicultural environment. With direct access to major Asian markets and international transport networks, Malaysia has become a leading destination for business, tourism, education, and long-term residency.
The Malaysia Residence by Business Program allows foreign entrepreneurs and business owners to obtain long-term residency in Malaysia through the establishment and operation of a Labuan company within Malaysia’s internationally recognized business and financial hub.
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Business capital of USD 10,000 or more
Obtain renewable Malaysian work permits and dependent passes through your own Labuan company while benefiting from Malaysia’s strategic location, business-friendly environment, and high quality of life.
Malaysia offers foreign entrepreneurs and internationally mobile business owners the opportunity to establish a Labuan company and obtain two years renewable residency through approved business activities. Labuan International Business and Financial Centre (Labuan IBFC) is a federally regulated international business and financial hub operating under Malaysia’s legal and regulatory framework.
Through a properly structured Labuan company, eligible applicants may apply for Malaysian work permits as directors or key employees of their own business. The program is particularly attractive for digital entrepreneurs, international consultants, trading companies, technology businesses, holding companies, and globally operating service providers seeking regional access and operational flexibility.
Malaysia continues to attract foreign business owners due to its strategic location in Southeast Asia, modern infrastructure, strong banking system, competitive operating costs, and excellent international connectivity. Business owners may reside either in Labuan or in Peninsular Malaysia, including Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru, Penang, and other major cities, subject to immigration approvals and operational requirements.
To qualify for residence by business in Malaysia through a Labuan company, applicants generally must fulfil the following requirements:
Applicants may generally include their spouse, dependent children, and eligible dependents under applicable immigration rules.
The process generally begins with incorporation of a Labuan company together with preparation of the required business structure, operational plan, and supporting corporate documentation.
Once the company structure is established, work permit applications are submitted along with with the supporting business and personal documentationto Labuan FSA, after getting the approval, the application is forwarded to the relevant Malaysian immigration. Upon approval, the applicant receives a Malaysian work permit linked to their Labuan company, while eligible family members may apply for dependent passes.
Work permits and dependent passes are typically issued for two years and the renewable periods subject to continued business operations, compliance, and immigration approvals
After visiting Malaysia on work permit, applicants are required to open Malaysian business bank account, deposit initial capital and fulfil applicable compliance requirements.
The Malaysia Residence by Business Program allows eligible foreign entrepreneurs and business owners to obtain renewable Malaysian residency through the establishment and operation of a Labuan company.
A Labuan company is a company incorporated under the Labuan Companies Act within Labuan IBFC, Malaysia’s international business and financial centre regulated by Labuan FSA.
Yes. Foreign investors are generally permitted to own 100% of a Labuan company subject to applicable regulations.
Labuan companies offer several advantages for international entrepreneurs and globally operating businesses. Key benefits may include up to 3% corporate tax for qualifying trading activities under applicable Labuan tax regulations, 100% foreign ownership eligibility, internationally recognized legal structures, competitive operational costs, and access to Malaysia’s banking and business ecosystem.
No. Under Labuan FSA regulations, foreign applicants are generally required to appoint a trust company to incorporate and administer a Labuan company. The trust company handles the incorporation process, compliance procedures, registered office requirements, and submission of documentation on behalf of the applicant.
Benefits include renewable work permits, dependent pass eligibility for family members, access to Malaysia’s business ecosystem, modern infrastructure, and the ability to operate international business activities through Labuan structures.
Yes. Subject to immigration approvals and operational requirements, many business owners choose to reside in Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru, Penang, Malacca, and other locations within Peninsular Malaysia.
Suitable business activities may include consulting, digital services, IT companies, international trading, marketing services, holding structures, management services, and all other internationally focused business activities.
Yes. Applicants may generally include their spouse, dependent children, and qualifying dependents through dependent pass applications.
Work permits are commonly issued for renewable periods, often up to two years depending on the business structure, approvals, and immigration conditions.
Required documents generally include passports, company incorporation documents, business plans, financial records, proof of address, corporate compliance documents, and supporting civil documentation.
Yes. A professional business plan and operational structure are important parts of the application and compliance process for work permit approvals.
Yes. Eligible Labuan companies are required to open Malaysian business bank accounts and deposit the initial capital subject to Labuan FSA compliance and due diligence procedures.
Applicants establish a Labuan company, prepare the required business and compliance documentation, submit work permit applications to the relevant authorities, and complete the necessary immigration procedures for themselves and eligible dependents.
If you would like a detailed cost breakdown or assistance regarding Malaysia residence by business program, contact us to arrange an initial private consultation.
