Kedah investment performence
- Foreign Investment (82%)
- Domestic Investment (18%)
Year 2025
MANUFACTURING
RM 24.619 B
PRIMARY
RM 1.876 B
SERVICES
RM 1.305 B
Total Approved Investemnt: RM 27.8 B
“With continued innovation, sustainable practices, and strong government support, Kedah is well-positioned to be a competitive and attractive investment destination.”
YAB Dato’ Seri Haji Muhammad Sanusi Bin Md Nor
“We welcome you to explore the opportunities in our state, collaborate with local partners, and contribute to building a prosperous and innovative Kedah for the future.”
YB. Prof Dr. Haim Hilman Bin Abdullah
Discover Kedah
Established in 2006, Invest Kedah is a Government-Linked Company (GLC) entrusted to attracting, facilitating and supporting business investments in Kedah. Invest Kedah plays the key role of working with government agencies and local authorities to ensure a seamless set up process for local and international investors.
Cost Of Doing Business
Business Setup & Registration
- SSM incorporation fee: RM1,000
- Name reservation: RM50
- Source: MIDA – Registration of Business Entity
- Estimated: RM1,500 – RM5,000
- Includes incorporation documentation, constitution drafting, company secretary retainer, annual compliance filing
- Source: 3E Accounting Malaysia – Company Secretary Fees
- Estimated: RM1,500 – RM6,000 initial setup
- Includes bookkeeping setup, payroll setup, tax registration and advisory
- Source: Tetra Consultants – Accounting Services Malaysia
- Estimated: RM300 – RM5,000+ depending on industry and local authority requirements
- Includes business premise license, signboard license, manufacturing approvals
- Source: MIDA – Business Licenses in Malaysia
- Estimated consulting rates: RM150 – RM800/hour
- Source: MIA – Recommended Practice Guide on Professional Fees
Features
Latest
Potential Green Energy Investor Visit to Invest Kedah
Invest Kedah Berhad welcomed a potential investor in the green energy sector as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen
Highstar Energy Tabless Battery Base Commissioning Ceremony, Kulim
The Tabless Battery Base Commissioning Ceremony by Highstar Energy (M) Sdn. Bhd. marked another significant milestone in Kedah’s high-technology industrial
Kedah Students Grand Iftar Ceremony 2026
The Chief Operating Officer of Invest Kedah Berhad, Mr. Noor Ikhsan bin Abd. Aziz, attended the Kedah Students Grand Iftar
Awareness Campaigns for Bumi Entrepreneurs in the Northern Region
Invest Kedah Berhad participated in a strategic discussion session on the proposed “Awareness Campaigns for Bumi Entrepreneurs in Northern Region,”
Kedah Leads Malaysia’s Manufacturing Investment Performance for 2025
Kedah recorded outstanding achievements in Malaysia’s investment landscape following the announcement of the Malaysia Investment Performance Report 2025 during the
Launch of Menicon Malaysia Manufacturing Facility
Menicon Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. officially launched its new RM1 billion manufacturing facility at Kulim Hi-Tech Park, marking another milestone in