CIDB G7 License for Foreign Contractors 2026: Unlimited Project Tendering

Under Malaysian construction regulations, any business entity with foreign equity exceeding 30% is categorized as a foreign contractor. To qualify for a Grade G7 registration (which permits unlimited project tender value), the company must be registered with SSM (either as a locally incorporated Sdn Bhd or an official Branch Office) and possess a minimum paid-up or accumulated capital of RM750,000. Setting up corporate accounts to handle this structure is typically aligned with registering your company's Expatriate Services Division (ESD) credentials.

Foreign contractors must employ a minimum of two (2) Malaysian technical personnel who hold university degrees in construction-related disciplines (such as civil engineering, architecture, or project management). Furthermore, at least one of these individuals must possess a minimum of five (5) years of active construction industry experience with a basic salary meeting professional compliance thresholds. Once the local foundation is set, foreign technical directors and project leaders can be officially integrated using a valid Employment Pass (EP).

No. Unlike local licenses, a Foreign Contractor Registration Certificate (PPKA) is strictly project-specific and non-transferable. It is issued based on an official Job Offer or Letter of Award from your client, and its validity is tied to that specific project's schedule. If you are deploying foreign experts for temporary installation, technical troubleshooting, or short-term advisory on a project site, you can keep them compliant by applying for a specialized Professional Visit Pass (PVP) rather than permanent work visas.