QUICK BENEFITS
One structure. Business + residence.
Live in Malaysia
Obtain a Malaysian Employment Pass sponsored through your Labuan company.
Own Your Company
Set up a Labuan company with 100% foreign ownership.
Run an International Business
Use your Labuan company for qualifying international activities.
Bring Your Family
Assistance with dependent visas for eligible family members.
THE ROUTE
How the Labuan Employment Pass works
Establish your Labuan company
We incorporate your company through a licensed Labuan corporate service provider.
Build your Employment Pass application
Business plan, company documents, office arrangements and supporting documents are prepared.
Apply for Employment Pass
Your company sponsors your application through the relevant Labuan authorities.
Receive your Malaysian visa
Once approved, complete the required immigration formalities.
Relocate to Malaysia
Live in Malaysia while operating your business through your Labuan company.
WHO IS THIS FOR
Is the Labuan Employment Pass right for you?
This route is built for founders and operators who run their business internationally and want a legitimate, structured base in Malaysia.
International Consultants
Consulting, advisory, professional and international service businesses.
Online Business Owners
Entrepreneurs operating businesses with customers outside Malaysia.
Agency Owners
Marketing, technology, design, development and other service companies.
Global Entrepreneurs
Founders looking for a Southeast Asian base from which to manage an international business.
Remote Business Owners
Business owners who want to relocate without relying on a traditional Malaysian employer.
Not every business activity or applicant automatically qualifies. SetupHero reviews your proposed activity and profile before proceeding.
WHY LABUAN
Why Labuan for your business and residence
Labuan pairs a recognised international business centre with a practical, company-led route into Malaysian residence.
100% Foreign Ownership
Foreign entrepreneurs can establish and own a Labuan company without a Malaysian shareholder.
Established Financial Centre
Labuan operates as Malaysia's international business and financial centre under the Labuan Financial Services Authority.
Competitive Taxation
Qualifying Labuan trading activities can potentially access a 3% corporate tax regime on audited net profits, subject to meeting applicable requirements.
Malaysia Residence
The structure can combine your company with an Employment Pass, giving entrepreneurs a practical route for establishing both their business and residence.
International Banking
A Labuan company can establish corporate banking subject to bank onboarding and approval.
PACKAGES
Company + Employment Pass, one package
Transparent, all-in pricing that covers your company, your visa and your first year of compliance.
Labuan Company + 1 Visa
- Labuan company incorporation
- Company name reservation
- Incorporation documents
- Resident secretary & registered office
- Tax registration & due diligence processing
- Employment Pass application
- Labuan FSA visa-related fees & immigration levy
- Business plan preparation
- Office lease agreement
- Visa application coordination & ongoing support
Labuan Company + 2 Visa
- Everything in the 1 Visa package
- 2 Employment Pass applications
Government approval, immigration approval and banking approval remain subject to the respective authorities and institutions.
Watch, learn, then
launch your company
Featured
A business-friendly
international structure
Qualifying Labuan trading activities can potentially access a 3% corporate tax regime on audited net profits, subject to meeting applicable substance and tax requirements.
Qualifying Activities
Applies to trading activities under the applicable framework.
Economic Substance
Requires audited accounts and satisfying substance requirements.
Annual Compliance
SetupHero coordinates your filings to keep the company eligible.
Personal Tax Distinction
Your personal tax position is separate from the company structure.
Corporate Tax Framework
Based on Labuan international structure
THE PROCESS
How your application moves forward
Eligibility Call
20 minutes. Review business activity, applicant profile, visa objectives and family requirements.
KYC & Company Setup
Passport and supporting documentation are collected and the Labuan company is established.
Business Plan & Visa File
Prepare company documentation and supporting Employment Pass file.
Employment Pass Application
Application submitted through the appropriate Labuan process.
Approval & Immigration
Complete the required Malaysian immigration formalities.
Banking & Compliance
Assist with corporate banking, company administration, accounting, annual compliance and renewals.
LIFE IN MALAYSIA
Build your business from Malaysia
Your company may be incorporated in Labuan, but your Malaysian lifestyle does not necessarily have to revolve around Labuan.
Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia's main international business hub with excellent infrastructure and regional connectivity.
Penang
Popular with international residents looking for a smaller city and strong quality of life.
Johor Bahru
Strategic location situated immediately across the border from Singapore.
FAMILY
Moving with your family?
Your residence plan doesn't have to stop with you. We make it simple to bring your loved ones along with comprehensive dependent visa support.
Spouse
Full coordination and dependent visa assistance for your husband or wife.
Children
Dependent visa applications and processing for your children under 21.
Renewals
Ongoing immigration support and streamlined renewal filings for the whole family.
Family-friendly
Seamless dependent integration
COMPARISON
Labuan Employment Pass vs other Malaysia residence routes
| COMPARISON | LABUAN EMPLOYMENT PASS | MM2H | LOCAL EMPLOYMENT PASS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Designed for entrepreneurs | Yes | No | Usually no |
| Own company | Yes | Separate | Employer dependent |
| Work through company | Yes | Restricted / depends | Yes |
| Foreign ownership | 100% possible | N/A | N/A |
| Malaysian residence | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Employer required | Your own Labuan company | No | Usually third-party employer |
| Business + visa package | Yes | No | No |
END TO END
Why SetupHero
Company Formation
Complete Labuan company establishment and corporate documentation handled from start to finish.
- Incorporation & Registration
- Statutory Documentation
- Resident Secretary Services
Employment Pass
End-to-end coordination and management of your Labuan Employment Pass application process.
- Executive Visa Processing
- LFSA Submission & Liaison
- Immigration Approval Support
Banking Assistance
Dedicated support with multi-currency corporate banking applications and introductions.
- Multi-Currency Accounts
- Bank Compliance Guidance
- Application Dossier Review
Accounting & Tax
Ongoing Labuan bookkeeping, corporate tax preparation, and audit compliance coordination.
- Annual Financial Returns
- Substance Requirements
- Tax Filing & Liaison
Immigration Services
Ongoing Employment Pass renewals and dependant visa assistance for your family members.
- EP Renewal Filings
- Dependant Pass Applications
- Re-entry Permit Handling
One Point of Contact
Deal directly with SetupHero rather than managing multiple fragmented service providers.
- Dedicated Account Advisor
- Streamlined Management
- Transparent Communication
WATCH FIRST
Before you move, understand the structure.
Watch our complete explanation of Labuan companies, Malaysian residence and how the Employment Pass route works.
How to Move to Malaysia as an Entrepreneur (MM2H & Labuan Routes)
FAQ
Common questions
Everything you need to know about the Labuan Employment Pass.
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