Apply Trading License for Private Limited or Limited Company (Sdn Bhd) (For Pub / Bar Lounge)
License Details
Pre Requisite
- Complete the application form for Business license and DBKK License.
- Aged 18 years and above, local/permanent resident of Sabah or have a work pass for residents of Sarawak and Peninsular Malaysia. For foreign nationals must go through a registered company establishment and have a work pass.
- Applicants and employees must undergo a medical examination and have a health certificate before a license is issued and also follow a food handler course within 3 months after the license is issued.
- Applicants are required to submit a premise renovation plan to the City Planning Department,if there are any modifications made.
- Permitted operating hours are 6.00 pm to 1.00 am on Monday to Friday and 2.00 am on the day Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.
- Do not allow customers under the age of 18 to enter the business premises.
Supporting Document Required
Step 1
Tenancy agreement / Sales & purchase agreement (SPA)
Responsible Body
Rent / own a commercial property
Step 2
Photo copy Malaysian IC (applicant) –
Type of Certification
Must be certified true copy for the applicant
Step 3
Form 9
Responsible Body
SSM
Type of Certification
Certificate of incorporation of private company
Step 4
Form 49
Responsible Body
SSM
Type of Certification
Return giving particulars in register of directors,managers & secretaries and changes of particulars
Step 5
Work permit
Responsible Body
Sabah imigration department
Type of Certification
Work Pass if the applicant is not a permanent resident of Sabah
Step 6
Letter of appointment
Type of Certification
If applicant is not the owner of the company.
Step 7
7. Assessment tax (cukai pintu) Receipt
Responsible Body
DBKK
Type of Certification
Latest receipt
Step 8
Fire & Safety Report – Safety Report

