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| How do I apply for a business license? | - Business and advertising licenses have 3 categories, namely:
i. Online Immediately (OSM) i. Six Month Temporary (SM6B) iii. Regular Application - Customers can check business activities on the MBSJ portal www.mbsj.gov.my to identify premises in the same category.
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| How do I apply for a license to hold a roadshow/concert/festival (with entertainment elements)? | - Applicants must submit a Proposal Paper to the Licensing Department
- The proposal paper information should include:
i. Applicant Information ii. Company Information iii. Location Proposal iv. Suggested Activities v. Proposed Date and Time vi. List of Equipment Used (If Any) vii. Area of Premises |
| How do I apply for an outdoor advertising permit? | - Outdoor advertising permit applications are online through the E-License System.
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| How much is the bunting/banner permit fee in the MBSJ area? | - Referring to the Advertising Act 2007, the bunting/banner permit fee is RM20.00 per unit and the security deposit is RM40.00.
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| Do I need to apply for a license to run a food festival/promotional sales/temporary kiosk/vending machine ? | - Yes, you need to apply for a Temporary Business Permit at the Licensing Counter.
- Fee Rate : RM 250 for each 1 booth/canopy unit.
- Collateral and advertising fees are subject to the type of activity and time period.
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| How do I check the status of my license application? | - Can be done through 3 methods:
i. Make a check through the Ezy MBSJ System. ii. Contact the Licensing Department at 03-8026 4052. iii. Deal at the Licensing Counter, Level 1 MBSJ. |
| Do I need to apply for a license to hold religious/crowded activities? | - Activities carried out indoors are not under the jurisdiction of the Licensing Department.
- Need to make a reference to the relevant Department. (Building Department and Urban Planning Department)
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| Can I employ foreign workers? | - Referring to the License Compliance Conditions, licensees are not allowed to employ or hire foreign assistants/workers who do not have a valid pass.
- Failure to comply with the above conditions may result in compound action, license revocation and may be prosecuted in court.
- Licensees are not allowed to place any foreign workers at the front counter of business premises as cashiers.
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| Can I hawk on the roadside? | - Approval considerations depend on the suitability of the location.
- Please deal with the Micro Entrepreneur Division officer, MBSJ Licensing Department.
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| Why do I have to pay RM0.20 to get plastic at a convenience store? | - MBSJ has implemented the Selangor State Plastic-Free Campaign since 2017 where all premises such as grocery stores, clothing stores, and large supermarkets have charged a plastic-free collection charge of RM0.20 to all customers who want to get plastic.
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| When can I apply for the MBSJ Ramadan Bazaar Permit? | - Normally, MBSJ Ramadan Bazaar Permit applications will be opened one month before Ramadan begins. Subject to any date changes.
- For more information, please visit the MBSJ portal at www.mbsj.gov.my
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| Can I sell fireworks during the festive season? | - Yes, you need to apply for a Temporary Business Permit.
- Need to get support from PDRM.
* approval is dependent on compliance with the specified conditions
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| How to renew a license online? | - Business license renewal is online through the MBSJ Ezy System.
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| Until what time are restaurants/eating establishments allowed to operate? | - Approval of the operating hours for restaurant premises is subject to the grading of the cleanliness level of the premises which is regulated by the Health Department, MBSJ.
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| Why was my business license revoked? | - The licensee does not comply with the specified license compliance conditions.
- For more information, please contact the MBSJ Licensing Department at 03-8026 4052 or come to the Licensing Counter, Level 1, MBSJ.
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