MIDA Document Translation — Accepted for InvestMalaysia & Manufacturing Licence Applications
We translate your company incorporation, financial, and investment documents into certified English for MIDA and InvestMalaysia submissions.
What Is MIDA?
MIDA (Malaysian Investment Development Authority) is the Malaysian government's principal agency under MITI for promoting and coordinating investment. Applications to MIDA — including manufacturing licences, tax incentives, and expansion approvals — are submitted through the InvestMalaysia portal. A certified translation is not the same as a plain translation: MIDA and SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia) require translations to carry a signed accuracy statement from the translator.
Company Document Fields We Translate
| Bahasa Melayu | English |
|---|---|
| Nama syarikat | Company name |
| Nombor pendaftaran syarikat | Company registration number |
| Tarikh diperbadankan | Date of incorporation |
| Jenis syarikat | Company type |
| Alamat berdaftar | Registered address |
| Modal saham | Share capital |
| Nama pengarah | Director's name |
| Pemegang saham | Shareholders |
| Aktiviti perniagaan | Business activity |
| Tarikh resolusi lembaga pengarah | Board resolution date |
| Nombor rujukan MIDA | MIDA reference number |
| Pegawai berdaftar | Registering officer |
When Do You Need This Translation?
Manufacturing Licence Applications
MIDA requires supporting financial and corporate documents in English or Bahasa Malaysia when applying for a manufacturing licence via InvestMalaysia.
MIDA · INVESTMALAYSIAForeign Company Registration
Foreign companies registering with SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia) must submit certified English translations of their Certificate of Incorporation.
SSM · MIDATax Incentive Applications
Applications for Pioneer Status, Investment Tax Allowance, and other MIDA-administered incentives require certified translations of supporting financial documents.
MIDA · LHDNJoint Venture & Shareholder Agreements
Cross-border joint ventures and shareholder agreements submitted as part of an investment application must be provided in certified English translation.
MIDA · LEGAL FIRMSExpansion & Investment Proposals
Business plans, board resolutions, and expansion proposals submitted to support larger investment applications require certified translation.
MIDA · INVESTORSExpatriate Employment Pass Applications
Supporting personal documents for expatriate staff — including educational certificates and employment records — often require certified translation.
MIDA · IMMIGRATIONTransparent Pricing — No Surprises
Standard corporate document translation. Pricing depends on document length, language pair, and formatting. Corporate documents (incorporation certificates, financial statements) are typically 1–5 pages.
| Service | Rate | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|
| Certified translation | RM120/page | 24–48 hours |
| Certified translation (urgent) | RM160/page | Same day |
| Certified True Copy (CTC) coordination | RM170/page | 24–48 hours |
| Notarised translation | RM160/page | 2–3 working days |
What Does Your Document Type Require?
| Document Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Certificate of Incorporation | Certified English translation with signed accuracy statement. CTC from company secretary or notary often required. |
| Financial Statements | Certified translation of audited financial statements for the application period specified by MIDA. |
| Memorandum & Articles of Association | Full certified translation of the company's constitution, including all amendments. |
| Manufacturing Licence Application Forms | Certified translation of any supporting forms or declarations not originally in English or Bahasa Malaysia. |
| Board Resolutions | Certified translation authorising the investment or application, signed and dated. |
| Joint Venture Agreements | Certified translation of the full agreement, including all schedules and annexes. |
| Passport / ID (Expatriate Staff) | Certified translation of identification documents not already in English. |
| Tax Incentive Supporting Documents | Certified translation of project proposals and supporting evidence for Pioneer Status or Investment Tax Allowance applications. |
4 Steps to Your Certified MIDA Translation
Upload your documents
Send clear scans or PDFs of your corporate or investment documents via WhatsApp or our quote form.
Receive your confirmed quote
We confirm price, turnaround, and whether CTC or notarisation is required for your specific MIDA submission — usually within a few hours.
Approve and pay
Via bank transfer. We begin work immediately on confirmation. No surprises, no scope creep, no hidden fees.
Receive your certified translation
Delivered by email as a PDF. Physical certified copy with original translator stamp and signature available by courier.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a certified translation for MIDA submissions?
A certified translation for MIDA is a complete English translation of your corporate or investment document, accompanied by a signed statement from the translator confirming accuracy and completeness. For some submissions, a Certified True Copy (CTC) endorsed by an embassy, notary public, or company secretary is also required.
Is notarisation required for MIDA document translations?
Not always. Standard MIDA submissions typically accept a certified translation with a signed accuracy statement. Notarisation or CTC endorsement is usually required specifically when the underlying document itself needs authentication — for example, a foreign Certificate of Incorporation.
How long does MIDA document translation take?
Most standard corporate documents (1–5 pages) are translated and delivered within 24 to 48 hours. Same-day urgent delivery is available for an additional fee.
How much does MIDA document translation cost?
Certified translation starts from RM120 per page. Most incorporation certificates and financial statements are 1–5 pages. We confirm an exact quote before you commit — no hidden fees.
Can my company documents be submitted in Bahasa Malaysia instead of English?
Yes. MIDA and InvestMalaysia accept documents in either English or Bahasa Malaysia. We translate from any source language into whichever of the two you need.
What if my company documents are in Chinese, Japanese, or another language?
We translate from over 30 languages into certified English or Bahasa Malaysia, including Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, and all major European and Southeast Asian languages.
Does the translation need to be a Certified True Copy (CTC)?
It depends on the document. Foreign incorporation certificates and constitution documents typically require a CTC from an embassy, notary public, or company secretary. We advise on the exact requirement for your specific submission and can coordinate the CTC process.
People Also Ask
Can you translate financial statements and audited accounts?
Yes. We regularly translate audited financial statements, management accounts, and supporting schedules for MIDA and InvestMalaysia submissions, preserving all figures, formatting, and footnotes exactly as they appear in the original.
Is machine translation accepted for MIDA submissions?
No. MIDA and MITI-linked applications require certified translation by a professional human translator with a signed accuracy statement. Machine-translated documents including Google Translate or DeepL output are not accepted.
Do you translate manufacturing licence application forms?
Yes. We translate manufacturing licence application forms and any accompanying declarations required for submission through InvestMalaysia, ensuring full accuracy of technical and regulatory terminology.
What is the difference between MIDA and SSM document requirements?
MIDA oversees investment and manufacturing licence approvals, while SSM (Companies Commission of Malaysia) handles company registration. Some documents — like a foreign Certificate of Incorporation — may need to satisfy both, so we ensure translations meet the stricter of the two standards.
Can you handle urgent MIDA submission deadlines?
Yes. Same-day urgent delivery is available for most standard corporate documents. Let us know your deadline when requesting a quote and we’ll confirm if urgent turnaround is possible.
What happens if my translation is rejected by MIDA?
If your certified translation is rejected for any reason related to the quality or format of our work, we will correct and resubmit at no additional charge.
Get Your MIDA Documents Translated Today
Send us your incorporation, financial, or investment documents and we'll confirm the price and turnaround within a few hours.