When registering a branch office in Malaysia, several requirements must be met to comply with local regulations. First, the parent company must be a foreign company that is legally established and operating in its home country. The branch office must carry out the same business activities as the parent company.
Key documents required for branch office registration in Malaysia include the parent company’s certificate of incorporation or equivalent, along with a certified copy of the parent company’s latest audited financial statements. These documents must prove that the parent company is legally registered and financially stable.
The registered office address in Malaysia must be provided, where official communications will be sent. A local authorized representative must be appointed in Malaysia to handle legal matters on behalf of the branch office.
Additionally, the parent company must submit a board resolution that authorizes the establishment of the branch office in Malaysia. The branch office must also provide proof of identity for the person appointed as the local representative.
After gathering these documents, the branch office must be registered with the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM), where the registration will be processed, and a business license will be issued.