Franchises in Malaysia: costs and what to compare
A franchise in Malaysia starts from about RM 15,000 for the franchise fee, and most franchises need roughly RM 100,000 to RM 1,000,000 to open (approximately, according to franchise websites, November 2026). The quickest way to see current options and terms for your budget is to describe what you are looking for in a request on BlaBlaPrice.
Approximate franchise costs in Malaysia, November 2026 (sellers' websites)| Cost | Amount |
|---|
| Franchise fee to apply | RM 15,000 to RM 1,000,000 |
| Typical start-up cost | RM 100,000 to RM 1,000,000 |
| Registration of a franchise, each registration | RM 1,000 |
| Renewal, local franchisor | RM 1,000 |
| Renewal, foreign franchisor | RM 5,000 |
Registration and renewal rules
Published Malaysian franchise rules set a current fee of RM 1,000 for each franchise registration, and renewals cost RM 1,000 for local franchisors and RM 5,000 for foreign ones. A licence agreement is different: no registration is mandatory, but recording the agreement with the Malaysia Intellectual Property Office (MyIPO) is strongly advisable. Ask which of the two you are being offered before you pay anything.
Franchise or licence: what to compare
Licensing may need lower upfront fees and fewer ongoing payments, so the two options differ in cost and in the level of control you get. Compare the franchise fee, the royalty and the franchisor's support in writing, and check how much premises, equipment and signage cost in your city. Ask for the total figure, not only the entry fee.
Climate, premises and location
Malaysia has no winter; the climate is hot all year, with wet and dry seasons. For a food outlet with outdoor seating or a drive-through, that weather changes footfall and needs to be in your plan, while an indoor unit is less exposed. Give the floor area in square metres (m²) and the city, since premises are described in metric units.
What to put in your request
Describe the franchise sector you want, your investment amount, the opening city (Kuala Lumpur, George Town, Johor Bahru, Ipoh or Shah Alam), and whether you need premises. Add the payback period you expect, the royalty and franchise fee limits you can accept, the support you need from the franchisor, and your own experience in business. Sellers can then reply with their terms.
Describe the franchise on BlaBlaPrice and the AI asks for any missing details, then looks through websites and price lists for franchises in Malaysia and shows the prices and businesses it found. Sellers registered on BlaBlaPrice reply in the chat with their own offer and terms, and your contact details stay hidden until you choose to share them. See also Businesses for sale.
Questions and answers
How much does it cost to buy a franchise in Malaysia?
The franchise fee is quoted from about RM 15,000 up to RM 1,000,000, and most franchises cost roughly RM 100,000 to RM 1,000,000 to start. Big fast food brands can run into the millions.
Is franchise registration mandatory?
Each franchise registration carries a current fee of RM 1,000. For a licence agreement no registration is mandatory, but recording it with MyIPO is strongly advisable.
How much are the renewal fees?
Renewal costs RM 1,000 for local franchisors and RM 5,000 for foreign ones.
Which franchise is the most profitable?
There is no single answer, because profitability depends on the sector, the city and the premises. Describe your budget, for example RM 200,000, and the sector you want, and sellers can reply with their terms.
