Forest City, Johor is rising as Southeast Asia’s next international business hub — strategically located just 50 minutes from Singapore via land connection. Offering world-class infrastructure, integrated commercial zones, and exclusive tax incentives, Forest City is designed for entrepreneurs and corporations looking for an efficient, cost-competitive gateway to Asia.
Whether you’re expanding your fintech operations, setting up a regional HQ, or exploring new global business opportunities, Forest City offers a unique advantage: Singapore-level accessibility, Malaysia-level cost efficiency.
Unlock exclusive tax benefits and bring your business into the Special Financial Zone.
The FC-SFZ Tax Incentive is a government-approved tax scheme designed to attract companies involved in:
Fintech-related activities
Financial Global Business Services (FGBS)
Foreign Payment System Operators (FPSO)
Approved companies enjoy:
✅ 5% special corporate tax rate for 10 consecutive years
✅ Option to extend for another 10 years (subject to requirements)
This initiative positions Forest City as a competitive international financial hub that attracts global companies, investors, high-net-worth individuals, and skilled professionals.
MDEC (Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation) is the appointed agency responsible for processing applications.
Eligible companies must:
Be incorporated under the Companies Act 2016 and be a tax resident in Malaysia
Have minimum paid-up capital of RM50,000
Conduct qualifying activities within Pulau 1, Forest City
Not have issued sales invoices in Malaysia related to that qualifying activity before applying
(Or, if ≥ 60% Malaysian-owned, not issued invoices more than 12 months prior)
Not receive any other tax incentives for the same activity
We provide end-to-end support:
Eligibility assessment
Advisory & document preparation
Submission to MDEC
Application follow-up until approval
Begin your application with confidence — we’ll handle the process for you.
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