Labuan

Labuan

What is a Labuan Company?

A Labuan company is an offshore entity registered in Malaysia that provides significant financial and operational benefits for international investors. It’s an ideal structure for those seeking efficient tax management, global market access, and flexible business ownership.

Low Tax

3% on trading profits or zero tax for holding activities.

100% Foreign Ownership

No local partner required.

Minimal Compliance

Simple auditing and reporting.

Global Banking Access

Open corporate accounts with international banks.

Family Visa Options

We can help acquire visas for your family under your company.

Strategic Location

Labuan offers easy access to major Asian markets and a stable business environment.

local entities

Important Considerations

Economic Substance Requirements (ESR)

Needed only for tax reduction from 24% to 3%. Not mandatory for company formation or visa purposes.

High Setup & Maintenance Costs

initial and annual expenses are higher compared to local entities.

ESR

Economic Substance Requirements

Effective 1st January 2019, any Labuan entity engaged in the following business activities must meet ESR conditions to qualify for the 3% tax rate

Labuan company

Requirements

Note: Entities that fail to meet these requirements will be taxed at 24% under the Labuan Business Activity Tax Act (LBATA)

Minimum two (2) full-time employees in Labuan

Minimum annual operating expenditure: MYR 50,000 in Labuan

An office in Labuan

Approximate Costs

  • SERVICE ESTIMATED COST (USD)
  • Company Formation $3,500+
  • Labuan Visa $2,550+
  • Other Labuan Fees $2,800+

Labuan

Frequently Asked Question

A legally established Malaysian offshore entity incorporated under the Labuan Companies Act 1990, ideal for international business.

Labuan entities offer a highly competitive 3% tax on net trading profits and 0% on holding activities.

Foreign investors are granted 100% ownership and full absolute control over the enterprise.

To qualify, a company must demonstrate “Economic Substance” by maintaining a minimum of MYR 50,000 in annual operating expenditure and employing at least two full-time staff members in Labuan. Failing this results in the standard 24% tax rate.

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