Clear ownership
A shareholding and director structure aligned with the intended business, sector conditions and future operational requirements.
Malaysia Corporate and Business Advisory
Malaysia Company Setup for Foreigners | Lim & Ani Partners
Lim & Ani Partners Sdn. Bhd.
Company Registration No. 202501046060 (1647468-V)
Registered Malaysian company · Advisory operations and brand history since 2017
Build a Malaysian company prepared for ownership, banking, compliance and growth.
We support foreign founders with company structuring, incorporation, corporate banking readiness, licensing coordination, accounting and tax alignment, operational planning and eligible Employment Pass pathways.
Foreign-owned structures, including full foreign shareholding, may be available depending on the business activity, sector regulations, licensing conditions and operational requirements.
Current entity
Lim & Ani Partners Sdn. Bhd.
Registered
Selangor, Malaysia
Company number
202501046060 · 1647468-V
Advisory history
Malaysia operations since 2017
More Than Registration
Establish a company designed to become operational
Company incorporation creates a legal entity. It does not automatically provide a corporate bank account, licence, Employment Pass or operational permission.
A workable Malaysia entry structure should align the proposed activity, foreign ownership, directors, paid-up capital, banking narrative, licences, tax, premises, employees and long-term business objectives.
Our role is to help founders connect these workstreams so the company is established around a genuine commercial plan rather than documents alone.
Explore Malaysia business advisoryThe Structured Outcome
One coordinated foundation for entering Malaysia
Defensible banking file
A clear explanation of ownership, business purpose, source of funds, counterparties and expected transactions.
Licence direction
Early identification of relevant sector, premises, trading and local operational approvals.
Compliance continuity
Company-secretarial, accounting, tax, payroll and reporting responsibilities planned beyond incorporation.
Advisory and Execution
Malaysia business services for foreign founders
Company establishment
Sdn. Bhd. incorporation, company secretary, registered office, statutory records, share documentation and TIN coordination.
Company servicesForeign ownership structuring
Activity, ownership, director and capital review for foreign founders, subject to the relevant sector and licensing conditions.
Foreign founder supportCorporate banking readiness
Preparation of ownership records, commercial explanation, source-of-funds evidence and the expected transaction profile.
Banking preparation guideLicensing and operations
Business-activity mapping and coordination concerning licences, premises, trading, local councils and operational preparation.
Licensing advisoryAccounting and tax
Accounting readiness, corporate tax coordination, payroll direction, reporting preparation and ongoing compliance support.
Accounting and taxESD and Employment Pass readiness
Employer and applicant readiness planning for eligible companies and expatriates, subject to current requirements and authority approval.
Explore FastTrack™Private On-Page Planner
Find the right FastTrack™ starting point
Answer three high-level questions to identify the package level that most closely matches your current Malaysia-entry requirements. The result is indicative and remains subject to an advisory review.
Malaysia Launch FastTrack™
Select the level of support your business requires
FastTrack™ is designed for international founders who require a coordinated company foundation and preparation for the next stage of business activity.
FastTrack™ Lite
RM 10,500
A structured incorporation and compliance foundation.
- Sdn. Bhd. incorporation support
- Company secretary for 12 months
- Registered office for 12 months
- TIN and tax-file coordination
- Share certificate and board documentation
- Foundational compliance preparation
Most Chosen
FastTrack™ Pro
RM 16,900
For founders preparing for banking, operations and ESD readiness.
- FastTrack™ Lite foundation
- Corporate banking-readiness preparation
- ESD sponsor-readiness support
- Visa pre-application document planning
- Resident-director coordination where required
- Accounting, audit and tax readiness
- Operational and market-launch support
FastTrack™ Elite
RM 24,900
Advanced direction for technology and expansion-focused founders.
- FastTrack™ Pro support structure
- MDEC and digital-status advisory
- Technology-business positioning
- HR, intellectual-property and data guidance
- Advanced operational structuring
- Long-term expansion advisory
The final scope is governed by the written quotation and service agreement. Government, banking, immigration, licence and third-party charges are excluded unless expressly stated. Applications and approvals remain subject to the relevant institution or authority.
Structured Execution
From business concept to operating foundation
Assess the intended business
Review the activity, ownership, founders, market, budget, banking requirements and Malaysia objectives.
Design the corporate structure
Align shareholders, directors, business activities, paid-up capital and regulatory direction.
Complete company establishment
Coordinate incorporation, company secretary, registered office, statutory documentation and tax-file preparation.
Prepare banking and operations
Build the banking file and coordinate licences, premises, contracts, accounting and employment preparation.
Activate the operating structure
Begin genuine business activity with appropriate records, transactions, premises and compliance controls.
Plan eligible expatriate applications
Assess company sponsorship readiness and individual eligibility under the applicable ESD, MDEC or sector pathway.
International Onboarding
Begin selected Malaysia setup stages remotely
Advisory, document review, company-name planning, activity selection and incorporation preparation may begin remotely. Banking, licensing, premises or identity-verification procedures may still require attendance depending on the institution and business.
Explore remote company setupSector-Focused Support
Business models requiring practical Malaysia planning
Trading
Import, export and distribution
Product classification, sourcing, customs direction, banking and regional transactions.
Food and BeverageCafés, restaurants and food businesses
Company setup, premises, local approvals, staffing and launch preparation.
AgricultureFarming and food supply
Operating structure, land access, technical planning, workers and market direction.
TechnologySoftware, AI and digital services
Technology positioning, MDEC direction, staffing, intellectual property and data readiness.
E-commerceOnline retail and marketplaces
Marketplace onboarding, corporate banking, trading activities and product compliance.
Professional ServicesConsulting and regional services
Management, education, marketing and cross-border service-company structures.
Verification and Transparency
Confirm the firm before beginning your engagement
Clients should verify the contracting company, written scope, quotation, payment details and service agreement before beginning any Malaysia business setup.
Our verification page publishes the current contracting entity, registration details, advisory scope and operational background for client due diligence.
Advisory Locations
Meet our Malaysia advisory team by appointment
Headquarters
SetiaWalk, Puchong
Level 5, Setia Walk, Pusat Bandar Puchong, 47160 Selangor — corporate counselling and advisory centreKuala Lumpur
Menara 3, Jalan Ampang
Level 12, Menara 3, No. 296 Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur — company secretarial and auditVIP Advisory
St. Regis Kuala Lumpur
Level 6, St. Regis, KL Sentral — private meeting chamber, by appointment onlyMeetings are arranged by prior appointment. The appropriate office, VIP location or online meeting arrangement will be confirmed during scheduling.
Malaysia Business Knowledge Hub
Research before making commitments
Foreign Founders
Starting a Business in Malaysia
Company structure, foreign ownership, banking, licensing and operations.
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Corporate Banking
Malaysia Bank-Account Preparation
Understand bank assessments, documentation and common rejection factors.
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ASEAN Market Entry
Malaysia as a Regional Business Base
Assess Malaysia for trading, services, operations and regional expansion.
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Start With a Clear Malaysia Plan
Discuss your company, banking and operational objectives
Send us your proposed activity, nationality, ownership plan, banking requirements and Malaysia business objectives.
WhatsApp / Advisory Hotline
+60 11 2666 4168
Office Landline
+60 3 5885 6648
Client Service Line
+60 17 583 5313
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