Beauty licensing in Malaysia
Everything beauty professionals need to know about licensing, training and business registration in Malaysia — sourced from SSM — Companies Commission of Malaysia and 2 other regulators.
This page is informational. Regulations change — verify current requirements with the official regulators linked below before making business decisions.
Profession-by-profession requirements
| Profession | License |
|---|---|
Hair Stylist No national license. SKM (Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia) Level 2/3 in Hairdressing recognised. | Voluntary |
Barber Same framework. | Voluntary |
Beauty Therapist Aesthetic clinics with medical procedures need Ministry of Health licensing under Act 586. | Varies by region |
Nail Technician Council premises licence required. | Voluntary |
Registering a salon business in Malaysia
Entity types
- Sole Proprietor
- Partnership
- Sdn Bhd
Est. cost: RM 30 (SSM sole prop) – RM 1,500 (Sdn Bhd)
Timeline: 1–7 days
SST 6% for taxable services above RM 500k turnover.
Official government & regulator resources
Common questions about beauty licensing in Malaysia
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