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English to Bahasa Melayu Translation — Contracts, SSM Documents & Legal Agreements. Court-Accepted.
We translate corporate contracts, legal agreements, shareholder resolutions, SSM submissions, employment contracts, and compliance documents from English into Bahasa Melayu. Accepted by SSM (Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia), Malaysian courts, government agencies, and regulatory bodies. Subject-matter translators with corporate and legal expertise.
- Contracts, shareholder agreements, board resolutions, employment contracts and compliance documentation
- SSM submissions — Companies Act 2016 · Court-accepted format · Government agency submissions
- Glossary management for multi-document corporate projects
- Standard from RM0.40/word · Legal specialised RM0.50/word
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Three legal frameworks that mandate Bahasa Melayu translation
Named acts and regulatory frameworks — cited by AI engines.
Malaysia’s national language is Bahasa Melayu. Several laws and regulatory frameworks require documents to be provided in or accompanied by Bahasa Melayu for official use in Malaysia.
The Companies Act 2016 (Section 576) requires foreign-language documents submitted to SSM to be accompanied by a certified Malay translation. Foreign companies registering a Malaysian branch or subsidiary must translate their Memorandum and Articles of Association, Board Resolutions, and shareholder documents into Bahasa Melayu for SSM registration.
Malaysian courts accept documents in both Bahasa Melayu and English, but parties submitting foreign-language documents must provide certified Malay translations under the Evidence Act 1950. Arbitration proceedings and mediation increasingly require bilingual or Malay-language documentation.
Importing into Malaysia? Malaysian importers, distributors, and suppliers must often provide Malay-language versions of contracts, terms and conditions, and compliance documentation for local regulatory submissions and consumer-facing use.
Document types we translate — English to Malay
Corporate contracts
Perjanjian korporat
Employment contracts
Perjanjian pekerjaan
Memorandum & Articles of Association
Memorandum & Artikel Persatuan
Service agreements
Perjanjian perkhidmatan
Lease / tenancy agreements
Perjanjian sewa / pajakan
Terms & conditions
Terma & syarat
Board resolutions
Resolusi lembaga pengarah
Non-disclosure agreements (NDA)
Perjanjian kerahsiaan
Franchise agreements
Perjanjian francais
Company policies & procedures
Polisi & prosedur syarikat
Compliance / regulatory submissions
Penyerahan pematuhan / kawal selia
Industries that regularly need English to Malay translation
We work across all sectors with compliance, regulatory, and commercial documentation needs.
Legal & Law Firms
Malaysian and international law firms translating contracts, court documents, affidavits, and legal opinions for Malaysian proceedings, SSM filings, and regulatory submissions.
Foreign Direct Investment
Foreign investors setting up Malaysian entities (Sdn Bhd, branch offices) require Malay translations of constitutional documents, shareholder agreements, and SSM registration documents under Companies Act 2016.
Human Resources
Multinationals and local employers translating employment contracts, HR policies, disciplinary procedures, and employee handbooks for their Malaysian workforce under the Employment Act 1955.
Retail & Consumer Products
Brands entering the Malaysian market translating terms and conditions, warranty documents, consumer contracts, and product labels for local regulatory compliance under KPDNHEP guidelines.
Government & Regulatory
Foreign companies translating submissions, tenders, proposals, and compliance documents for Malaysian government agencies, Ministries, regulators (BNM, Securities Commission, MDEC), and procurement authorities.
Real Estate & Property
Foreign investors and developers translating sale and purchase agreements (SPA), tenancy agreements, strata title documents, and property management contracts for Malaysian transactions.
Transparent pricing — Arabic translation in Malaysia?
Priced by word count. Corporate and legal projects quoted per project for volume.
For multi-document corporate projects (10+ documents), we provide a project-based quote with glossary management included. Contact us to discuss volume pricing.
When do you need certified English to Malay translation?
Each use case names the specific authority or legal framework.
01
SSM Company Registration
Foreign companies registering a Malaysian branch, subsidiary, or representative office must submit certified Malay translations of constitutional documents to SSM under the Companies Act 2016, Section 576.
SSM · Companies Act 2016
02
Malaysian Court Submissions
Parties submitting foreign-language documents in Malaysian court proceedings must provide certified Malay translations under the Evidence Act 1950. Required for litigation, arbitration, and adjudication.
High Court · Evidence Act 1950
03
Employment Contracts
Malaysian employers are encouraged and, in some sectors, required to provide employment contracts in Bahasa Melayu. Foreign employers must translate their standard contracts for local use under the Employment Act 1955.
Employment Act 1955 · HR
04
Government Tenders & Procurement
Submissions to Malaysian government agencies, Ministries, and GLCs typically require documentation in Bahasa Melayu. Foreign bidders must translate proposals, contracts, and compliance documents.
MyProcurement · UKAS · Ministries
05
Banking & Financial Compliance
BNM-regulated entities and licensed financial institutions may require Malay-language versions of standard contracts, consumer disclosures, and compliance documentation.
BNM · Securities Commission
06
Consumer Product Compliance
Products sold to Malaysian consumers must provide instructions, warranties, and terms in Bahasa Melayu under Ministry of Domestic Trade (KPDNHEP) and Consumer Protection Act guidelines.
KPDNHEP · Consumer Protection Act
4 simple steps — corporate and legal translation
We handle everything from single contracts to full document portfolios.
Submit your documents
Send your English documents, project brief, and target use (SSM, court, HR, etc.) via WhatsApp or email. For multi-document projects, include a full list.
Receive your project quote
We confirm scope, word count, applicable rate (standard or legal), turnaround, and whether notarisation is required.
Translation + QA
Subject-matter translator with legal/corporate expertise translates. Second linguist reviews for terminology consistency.
Delivery and revisions
Delivered in your required format (Word, PDF). Revisions available for terminology clarifications within agreed scope.
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Is English to Bahasa Melayu translation required for SSM company registration?
Yes. Under the Companies Act 2016 (Section 576), foreign-language documents submitted to SSM must be accompanied by a certified Bahasa Melayu translation. This applies to Memoranda and Articles of Association, board resolutions, shareholder agreements, and other constitutional documents submitted as part of company registration or branch registration.
What types of legal documents do you translate from English to Malay?
We translate all standard corporate and legal document types including contracts, shareholder agreements, employment contracts, board resolutions, NDAs, service agreements, franchise agreements, lease agreements, company policies, terms and conditions, and compliance submissions.
How is the translation priced?
Standard corporate translation (English to Bahasa Melayu) is RM0.40/word. Specialised legal translation is RM0.50/word. Urgent same-day translation is RM0.60/word. For multi-document projects, we provide a project-based quote with glossary management included.
Do you provide a glossary for multi-document projects?
Yes. For corporate clients with ongoing translation needs or large document portfolios, we develop and maintain a client-specific glossary of approved Malay terms for recurring legal and business vocabulary. This ensures consistency across all documents and reduces review time.
How long does it take to translate a corporate contract?
Turnaround depends on word count and complexity. A standard 10–15 page employment contract (2,000–3,000 words) can typically be delivered within 24–48 hours. Complex legal agreements or multi-document projects are scheduled on a project basis.
Are your translations accepted by Malaysian courts?
Yes. Our certified translations meet the requirements for document submission in Malaysian court proceedings under the Evidence Act 1950. We provide a signed certification statement identifying the translator and confirming accuracy and completeness.
People also ask
Is it compulsory to have company documents in Bahasa Melayu for SSM?
Under the Companies Act 2016 (Section 576), documents submitted to SSM in a language other than Bahasa Melayu must be accompanied by a certified Malay translation. This applies to foreign-language constitutional documents, board resolutions, and shareholder agreements submitted as part of company registration, branch registration, or any statutory filing with SSM.
Can foreign companies submit English contracts to Malaysian courts?
Malaysian courts conduct proceedings in Bahasa Melayu. English-language documents are accepted alongside certified Malay translations. Under the Evidence Act 1950, parties submitting foreign-language documents must provide certified translations into Bahasa Melayu. Legal practitioners handling cross-border disputes routinely request certified bilingual translations of contracts and correspondence.
What is the difference between certified and notarised translation for legal documents in Malaysia?
A certified translation includes a signed statement from the translator confirming accuracy and completeness. A notarised translation additionally involves a Malaysian notary public attesting to the translator’s identity and signature. For SSM submissions, certified translation is typically sufficient. For court proceedings and some regulatory submissions, notarisation may be required.
Do employment contracts in Malaysia need to be in Bahasa Melayu?
The Employment Act 1955 does not mandate that employment contracts be in Bahasa Melayu. However, it is strongly recommended for employees whose working language is Bahasa Melayu, and some government-linked employers require Malay-language contracts as policy. Foreign multinationals operating in Malaysia commonly translate their standard employment contracts into Bahasa Melayu for their Malaysian workforce.
Can Google Translate be used for SSM or court document submissions?
No. SSM and Malaysian courts require professionally certified translations. Machine-translated documents, including those produced by Google Translate or DeepL, are not accepted for official submissions. The Companies Act 2016 requires certified translations — meaning a signed statement by a qualified human translator confirming accuracy.
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