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Registration Of Representative Office (RO) In Malaysia

Keeyaa facilitates in setting up Representative Offices (ROs) for foreign companies and organisations seeking to explore opportunities in Malaysia. An RO is the perfect vehicle for market research, trade promotion, and building bilateral relations—without engaging in direct sales or commercial transactions.

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Minimum Requirements for Establishing a Representative Office

To register a Representative Office in Malaysia, you will need:

  • Parent company’s paid-up capital
    • Must have at least RM1 million (or equivalent in foreign currency).
  • Nature of activities
    • RO cannot conduct commercial or revenue-generating activities.
    • Permitted functions include:
      • Conducting market research and feasibility studies.
      • Promoting the parent company’s products or services.
      • Enhancing bilateral trade relations.
      • Coordinating activities between the parent company and Malaysian businesses.
      • Exploring investment opportunities, especially in manufacturing and services.
  • Application documents
    • Certified copy of parent company’s Certificate of Incorporation.
    • Certified copy of Memorandum & Articles of Association (or equivalent constitution).
    • Latest audited financial statements of the parent company.
    • Detailed company profile and intended activities in Malaysia.
  • Local office address in Malaysia.
  • Appointment of a local representative to liaise with government authorities and manage the office.

Why Choose Us for RO Registration?

  • Cross-Border Expertise for smooth market entry
  • Clear Guidance on compliance with RO activity restrictions
  • Efficient Processing of applications with minimal delays
  • End-to-End Service from documentation to government liaison

FAQs – Registration of Representative Office in Malaysia

Generally 4–6 weeks, depending on the completeness of documents and approval from authorities.

No. An RO is strictly prohibited from engaging in sales or revenue-generating activities.

RO approvals are typically valid for two years, with the option to renew.

Yes, but staff can only perform activities permitted for an RO, such as research, coordination, and promotion.

A branch can conduct business and earn revenue, while an RO is purely for non-commercial functions.