Overview
Appointment of a Malaysian resident as your company’s compliance director, satisfying the Section 196 requirement of the Companies Act 2016 that at least one director ordinarily resides in Malaysia — provided as an ongoing annual service with proper legal safeguards.
What's included
- Resident director appointment & consent (Section 201)
- Nominee agreement & indemnity safeguards
- Section 58 lodgement to SSM
- Annual review & renewal
Required documents
- Proposed company name (1–3 options)
- Directors’ & shareholders’ IC / passport copy
- Residential address proof of each director
- Business nature / activity description
- Proposed paid-up capital & shareholding split
Good to know
- At least one director must ordinarily reside in Malaysia (we can advise on nominee arrangements).
- The company name is subject to SSM availability and approval.
- 100% foreign ownership is allowed for most sectors.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Resident Director Service take?
Typical timeline: 3–5 working days (annual service). We confirm the exact schedule in your free consultation before any work starts.
What documents are required?
Proposed company name (1–3 options); Directors’ & shareholders’ IC / passport copy; Residential address proof of each director; Business nature / activity description; Proposed paid-up capital & shareholding split.
Who needs this service?
Foreign founders without a Malaysian-resident director.
How much does it cost?
We work on fixed quotes — you receive the full price in writing after a free consultation, before any work begins. No hidden fees.