Invest Johor

Spearheading

The Economic Growth of Johor

Unlocking Investment Potential:
The Southern Gateway of Malaysia

We strives to help transform Johor into a regional hub for high-technology, knowledge-based and high investment sectors.

“Johor welcomes investors to see for themselves the opportunities here. Every investment brings us closer to building an inclusive and prosperous state.”

JS-SEZ Joint Investment Forum 2025

YAB Dato’ Onn Hafiz bin Ghazi
Chief Minister of Johor

Why Johor?

STRATEGIC
LOCATION

MATURE
INFRASTRUCTURE

PRODUCTIVE
TALENT

FAST-GROWING ECONOMY

COMPETITIVE COSTS OF DOING BUSINESS

PRO-BUSINESS POLICIES & REGULATIONS

Johor’s High-Growth Landscape

Investment Opportunities

Electrical & Electronic Industry

Life Sciences & Medical Technology

Oil & Gas Industry

Food & Agro Industry

Logistic & Regional Distribution

Healthcare

Financial & Business Services

five stages to get easy started here

Investment Journey

Facts & Information

Investing in Johor, Malaysia, can be an attractive opportunity due to its strategic location,
robust infrastructure, and various economic initiatives.

How to Invest?

Tell us which subsector to invest, location, relevant authorities and stakeholders, potential economic and business growth, process and procedures, and relevant policies and regulations is essential for a well-informed decision.

Need appointment?

Once you have an overview of your intended investment and if you need more information, please email us to set an appointment for a preliminary briefing. The appointment can be in person in Johor or via video conferencing

Frequently asked questions

I am interested in investing in Johor. What should I do?

Knowing which subsector to invest first. If you need more information, please email us for a preliminary briefing.

I already set the appointment for a preliminary briefing. Where should I go?

Don’t worry, representative/s from MIDA or Invest Johor will meet you at the airport, or if you feel more comfortable travelling on your own, you can head directly to MIDA state office or Invest Johor office based on the appointment set. The officer-in-charge is waiting there.

I have decided to invest in Johor. What are the requirements?

You are required to register for business through the Companies Commission of Malaysia (CCM). This can be done online here https://www.ssm.com.my/Pages/Home.aspx#. However, if you are not quite sure or have difficulties registering your business, we are here to help.

What are the relevant approvals I need to apply before commencing my business?

This phase might take a longer time. But don’t worry because officers from MIDA and Invest Johor will facilitate expediting the process for you.

How about the necessary aspects such as hiring workers, licences and permits, connectivity, etc.?

We will help you to fast kickstart your business operation. Please talk to us at MIDA and Invest Johor if you face challenges.

Social Feed

( Scroll for more info)

4 days ago

𝐉𝐒-𝐒𝐄𝐙 𝐈𝐍𝐕𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐁𝐋𝐔𝐄𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐓, 𝐌𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐍 𝐓𝐎 𝐁𝐄 𝐋𝐀𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐃 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐂𝐇 𝟑𝟎 𝐈𝐍 𝐉𝐎𝐇𝐎𝐑 𝐁𝐀𝐇𝐑𝐔The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) investment blueprint and master plan will be launched on March 30 in Johor Bahru.Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir said the decision was made following discussions with his Singaporean counterpart and Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi.“We have agreed to hold the launch in Johor Bahru so that the people of Johor can truly feel the impact,” he said in his speech during the Johor Dialogue 2026 at the Majlis Bandaraya Johor Bahru (MBJB) Tower today.Also present were Onn Hafiz and Johor Economic and Investment Adviser Datuk Seri Hasni Mohammad.Akmal Nasrullah said the blueprint outlines the incentives, opportunities and operational framework of the JS-SEZ.He added that the blueprint is expected to contribute significantly to Johor’s economy, targeting a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of RM260 billion by 2030 and the creation of more than 20,000 high-skilled jobs.The JS-SEZ will also focus on developing an innovation-driven river economy, positioning Johor as a hub for advanced industries and sustainable growth.Akmal stressed that the initiative is aligned with the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), which emphasizes moving from planning to delivery and measurable outcomes.“We want ministries, agencies and stakeholders to act with discipline, speed and accountability. The JS-SEZ is not just about ideas but about execution that benefits the people,” he said.#InvestJohor #MajuJohor #Johor #Investment #MajuJohor2030 #JSSEZ ... See MoreSee Less

Photo

View on Facebook

Invest Johor

5 days ago

𝐉𝐎𝐇𝐎𝐑 𝐌𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐈𝐍𝐕𝐄𝐒𝐓 𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐄𝐎𝐏𝐋𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐈𝐍𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐓𝐔𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐓𝐎 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐈𝐍 𝐁𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐋𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐋𝐃, 𝐒𝐀𝐘𝐒 𝐎𝐍𝐍 𝐇𝐀𝐅𝐈𝐙Johor must invest heavily in human capital and institutional strength to remain competitive in a rapidly changing, borderless world, says Menteri Besar Dato’ Onn Hafiz Ghazi.He added that the Johor Dialogue 2026 forum marked a shift in the state’s mindset, signalling a willingness to think differently, question assumptions and grow through intellectual exchange.“Governance today is more complex; citizens are more informed and expectations are higher than ever before. In such an environment, Johor civil servants cannot remain static,” he said in his speech during the forum held at Menara MBJB here on Monday (Feb 9).Onn Hafiz added that transformation required courage, not just in policy-making but also in culture and mentality, adding that civil servants must constantly renew their knowledge, skills and outlook to stay ahead of the curve.Drawing from his own experience, he said his background in accounting had prepared him well for technical work, but leading Johor required engagement across borders, sectors and disciplines.“With the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), I meet regularly with Singapore’s Prime Minister and senior ministers, not as a federal minister, but as the Menteri Besar, bearing the responsibility to advance our state’s interests,” he said.He added that Johor must elevate itself intellectually, strategically and institutionally to stand confidently as an equal partner on the global stage, while remaining rooted in its identity as Bangsa Johor.Onn Hafiz said the state was facing a once-in-a-generation opportunity to transform its economy and institutions, noting that global challenges such as climate change, geopolitical tensions, transnational crime and the disruptive impact of artificial intelligence were not confined by national borders.Highlighting Johor’s economic performance, he said the state secured RM91.1bil in approved investments in the first nine months of 2025 and was on track to reach RM102bil for the full year, the highest ever recorded by any state.“For 2026, we are targeting about RM140bil in approved investments,” he said.Johor’s strong performance comes as Malaysia recorded RM285bil in approved investments nationwide, with Singapore accounting for 40% of foreign direct investment in the first half of 2025, reinforcing Johor’s role as its natural gateway.Onn Hafiz said Johor had emerged as a regional hub for data centres, artificial intelligence and high-technology manufacturing, driven by momentum from the JS-SEZ, whose blueprint is expected to be announced on March 30.However, he cautioned that investment inflows alone did not guarantee long-term prosperity.“Our economy must remain sustainable and resilient. This places a premium on institutional quality, governance capability and, crucially, human capital,” he said.He said Johor must prioritise upskilling and reskilling so its workforce could move from being operators to value creators, designers of AI-enabled systems and drivers of innovation.Onn Hafiz added that since 2022, the Johor government has placed talent development at the centre of its agenda, working with international and local higher learning institutions including partners in Singapore and China.Calling on the Johor diaspora to return home, Onn Hafiz said the state’s true wealth lay not in resources alone, but in the strength, resilience and innovative spirit of its people.“When our people advance, Johor advances with them,” he said.#InvestJohor #MajuJohor #Johor #Investment #MajuJohor2030 #JSSEZ ... See MoreSee Less

Photo

View on Facebook

Invest Johor

5 days ago

𝐂𝐈𝐌𝐁 𝐃𝐄𝐏𝐋𝐎𝐘𝐒 𝐑𝐌𝟒.𝟐 𝐁𝐈𝐋 𝐓𝐎 𝐉𝐎𝐇𝐎𝐑-𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐄 𝐒𝐄𝐙, 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐑𝐌𝟏.𝟏𝟓 𝐁𝐈𝐋 𝐓𝐎 𝐒𝐌𝐄𝐬CIMB Group Holdings Bhd (KL:CIMB) has channelled over RM4.2 billion into the Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), marking a significant progress in its RM10 billion funding commitment to spur cross-border growth and small and medium enterprise (SME) expansion in the area.Of the disbursement, RM1.15 billion nearly one-third was directed to SMEs, underscoring CIMB’s focus on strengthening the segment as a backbone of the economy and a driver of resilience and inclusive growth.The update was shared at Forward Future SME 2026, a session jointly organised with the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (Mida) and the Iskandar Regional Development Authority (IRDA), according to CIMB in a statement on Friday.The event, the first SME-focused platform of its kind in Johor, drew close to 220 participants from across the JS-SEZ and Singapore, including entrepreneurs, investors and policymakers.CIMB co-chief executive officer of group commercial and transaction banking Ahmad Shazli Kamarulzaman said the initiative reflects the bank’s commitment to enabling SMEs not only to grow domestically, but also to scale regionally and integrate into global value chains.Accelerating access to capital, partnerships and solutions is critical for SMEs to seize opportunities arising from the JS-SEZ, he said.CIMB said its focus on Johor aligns with national priorities under the 13th Malaysia Plan and the National Industrial Master Plan 2030, particularly in advancing high-growth, high-value industries.It also observed that Johor’s economy remains well balanced, with services contributing 37.2% of state gross domestic product (GDP) driven by logistics, trade and business services while manufacturing accounts for 29%, reinforcing its role as a key industrial hub.In 2024, Johor recorded a GDP of RM158 billion, representing 9.6% of Malaysia’s national GDP, ranking it as the country’s third-largest contributor. Its GDP growth was 6.4%, outpacing the national average.CIMB also affirmed that it will continue to play a catalytic role in advancing sustainable and cross-border growth across the JS-SEZ through its funding commitment and collaboration with key development authorities.Shares in CIMB closed six sen lower at RM8.46 on Friday, valuing the group at RM91.32 billion. The stock has gained 2.9% over the past year.#InvestJohor #MajuJohor #Johor #Investment #MajuJohor2030 #JSSEZ ... See MoreSee Less

Photo

View on Facebook