You will be incorporating a Sdn Bhd (Sendirian Berhad), a private limited company under Malaysian law. It has its own legal entity, limits shareholder liability, and is the most common structure for businesses in Malaysia.

• Limited liability for shareholders
• Stronger business credibility
• Easier to secure funding, government grants, and bank loans
• Access to tax incentives
• Perpetual succession (the company exists beyond founders)

• Minimum 1 director (aged ≥18, residing in Malaysia)
• Minimum 1 shareholder (can be local or foreign)
• One person can be both director and shareholder
• Maximum 50 shareholders

Legally, RM1 — but practically, most banks and partners prefer RM2,500 or more.

• Company name reservation with SSM
• Digital preparation & submission of incorporation documents
• Appointment of directors and shareholders
• Use of Great CFO office as registered address
• Appointment of Company Secretary (mandatory by law)
• Bank board resolution for first account
• First board meeting minutes
• Certified company documents

• Name approval: ~1 working day
• Full incorporation: ~3–7 working days
• Bank account opening: ~1–2 weeks (depends on bank)

• Easier to raise venture capital or angel investments
• Founders’ personal assets are protected
• Eligible for government grants & startup incentives (e.g., Cradle Fund, MDEC)
• Formalizes founder agreements, equity splits, and IP ownership
• Looks credible to partners, customers, and investors

Yes! Great CFO offers fully virtual incorporation services — you can register remotely, saving time and cost.

Yes — we offer support on:

• Choosing financial year-end
• Setting up basic accounting and compliance systems
• Guidance on employee equity plans, ESOS
• Connecting you to tax incentives and grants

Yes, in most industries (except restricted sectors like telecommunications, oil & gas, education, etc.)

At least one director must be a resident in Malaysia (Malaysian citizen or foreigner with valid work pass)

We can assist you in finding a nominee director arrangement or advise on hiring a local director to meet legal requirements.

Yes — after incorporation, you can apply for a work permit or director visa (such as Employment Pass) under your company.

We can connect you to immigration professionals to assist.

• Prepare certified incorporation documents and board resolution
• Director(s) and authorized signatories typically must be physically present at the bank
• We assist in preparing all necessary paperwork and bank referrals

Yes, within 30 days of incorporation — Great CFO includes this in all packages.

• File Annual Return with SSM
• Submit audited financial statements (unless exempt)
• Pay corporate tax
• Maintain proper statutory records

Eligible businesses (especially in technology, biotech, manufacturing, green energy) may qualify for:

• Pioneer Status (tax exemption up to 5–10 years)
• Investment Tax Allowance
• MSC Malaysia Status (for IT companies)

Great CFO can guide you on applications.