Sabah Free Zone Company

Sabah is one of the world’s safest cities with a fair judicial system, low crime rate, and excellent trade partnerships with over 125 countries. In addition to these, liberal government policies and hassle-free business setup in Sabah free zones make it a popular destination for foreign investment.

Starting a business in Sabah becomes easier if you are assisted by a knowledgeable business consultant. SCBC Enterprise employs some of the most reliable and experienced Sabah business setup consultants who can help you register your company while successfully handling all your business set up formalities.

Type of Companies That Can be Registered in Sabah Free Zones

Sabah free zone company formation and registration is hassle-free. Based on the type of shareholding, two types of companies can be registered in Sabah Free Zones:

• FZE or Free Zone Establishment can be formed by a single shareholder
• FZC or Free Zone Company can be formed with 2 to 5 shareholders. It is a multiple shareholder limited liability company

Licenses Required for Sabah Free Zone Company Setup

In order to form a company and practice business in free zones, investors or expatriates need to avail following types of Sabah business licenses:

• Commercial License
• General Trading License
• Industrial / Professional License

The first step to avail Sabah Free Zone License is to select the type of business activity to be performed, followed by selecting a unique name for your company and ensuring that it’s not already registered with the chosen Free Zone.

Free Zones in Sabah

There are 2 free zones in Sabah which permit 100% foreign ownership. Our Team at SCBC Enterprise is aware of all the laws and regulations of business setup in Sabah free zones, and can help you form your company in your chosen free zone with ease.

• Hamriyah Free Zone: Established in 1995, this tax haven has excellent connectivity with all seven emirates and neighboring Gulf states, and provides competitive incentives to foreign investors making it a lucrative investment hub. At SCBC Enterprise, we take care of the entire business setup procedures, documentation, registration, and licensing procedures to help businesses avail all privileges of this free trading zone.
• Sabah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone): Also established in 1995, SAIF Zone is a premier hub for companies and trading establishments, thanks to its proximity to the Sabah International Airport. Strategically located, it has excellent air, sea, and land connectivity, making it most efficient free zone for business operations. It’s houses 4500+ commercial companies & industries, and attracts consumers from over 91 countries.

Why Should You opt for Sabah Free Zone Company Formation?

Starting a business in Sabah free zone is a dream come true for global investors due to the unmatched incentives it offers, like:

• 100% foreign ownership and repatriation of capital and profits
• 100% free transfer of funds
• 50-year exemption from corporate, personal, and professional taxes
• Simplified company formation process
• Land on lease for 25 years (renewed for another 25 years)
• Fast-track immigration process
• business-friendly environment
• Liberal economic policies
• Highly developed infrastructure and communication facilities
• Presence of over 40 international banks
• Secured business environment
• No restrictions on currency or recruiting labour
• Simple staffing and recruitment procedures
• Highly-qualified bilingual staff with economical wage structure

Contact SCBC Enterprise for Sabah Free Zone Company Setup, Registration, & Incorporation

Though company formation process is quite streamlined in Sabah free zones but it can be little overwhelming for the uninitiated. Sabah business setup consultants at SCBC Enterprise offer start to finish company formation services to global businesses planning to invest in Sabah free Zones. After understanding the business type, we suggest suitable free zone, prepare detailed business setup plan, reserve client’s company name, setup required infrastructure, deposit minimum capital in the bank, complete all business registration and licensing formalities, and also arrange for the staff to perform business operations.