Applications cannot be made individually. They must be made through an MM2H tourism operating company licensed by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture under the Tourism Industry Act 1992 [Act 482]. All applications (new or renewals) must be processed through the MM2H One-Stop Centre.
The Tax Deduction Incentive for Sponsorship (PCP) is a tax deduction from a business’s gross income equivalent to the amount expended on sponsorship activities approved by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC). This is governed under paragraph 34(6)(k) of the Income Tax Act 1967 (Act 53) to encourage private/corporate sector participation in sponsoring…
Based on the National Cultural Policy (DAKEN), the direction of Malaysia’s cultural sector is clearly guided by the core slogan “Negara Maju, Rakyat Berbudaya” (Developed Nation, Cultured People). The sector establishes a solid vision to champion the cultivation of high-value culture within the process of nation-building. To realize this aspiration, the outlined mission focuses on…
Companies or Non-Governmental Associations acting as organizers of programs, activities, or events that elevate and sustain arts, culture, and/or heritage.
Pursuant to paragraph 34(6)(k) of Act 53, the allowable tax deduction limits are as follows: Sponsorship of LOCAL arts, culture, and/or heritage programs/activities/events: Not exceeding RM1,000,000. Sponsorship of FOREIGN/OVERSEAS arts, culture, and/or heritage programs/activities/events: Not exceeding RM300,000. Note: The aggregate total for both sponsorships must not exceed RM1,000,000.
The Geran Sokongan Sektor Kebudayaan (GSSK) is an initiative by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) aimed at supporting the empowerment, preservation and development of the nation’s cultural sector. This is achieved through the implementation of high-quality and high-impact cultural programs and activities.
Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)/Associations centered on arts, culture and heritage that are registered and currently active under the Societies Act 1966; Non-Profit Organizations centered on arts, culture and heritage registered under the Societies Act 1966; Cooperatives centered on arts, culture and heritage registered under the Co-operative Societies Act 1993; Private Companies that incorporate elements of arts,…
Heritage – Language and literature; Gastronomi; Martial arts; Celebrations and festivals; Handicrafts; Traditional attire; Carpentry/Craftsmanship; and Writing. Arts: * Visual arts such as painting, works on paper, sculpture, art objects and new media; and Performing arts such as music, dance, and theatre whether traditional or a combination of traditional and contemporary with priority given to…
