Led by practicing lawyers, we help foreign entrepreneurs and international businesses establish and manage their presence in Labuan — from company incorporation to compliance, licensing, and wealth structuring. Tell us your goals — we ensure your business is structured legally, efficiently, and at the best possible value.
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AAE was established in 2018 by two lawyers with a strong background in Labuan laws and corporate advisory through their law firm Andrew, Jye & Co. Over the years, AAE has grown into a trusted Labuan Trust Company providing company incorporation, compliance, licensing and international structuring services.
Beyond business, AAE believes in contributing back to Labuan by supporting local talent development and creating opportunities to train and empower people from Labuan, Malaysia.
From company incorporation to licensing and compliance, we provide a full range of Labuan corporate and advisory services. Our team combines legal knowledge with practical business solutions to support clients at every stage of their journey.
Complete incorporation process including advisory on suitable structures, director and shareholder qualification, share capital, business nature, documentation preparation, and ongoing Labuan law updates.
Assist foreign entrepreneurs in securing Malaysian work permits through proper Labuan business channels. We manage both LFSA and Immigration tiers of the application process from start to finish.
End-to-end advisory for Labuan financial services licences including money broking, insurance, fund management, and digital banking — from business plan to LFSA submission.
Ongoing secretarial support including annual return preparation, statutory form lodgment, LFSA fee management, and corporate advisory throughout the financial year.
Licensed third-party custody and escrow services for transactions, M&A deals, and cross-border agreements — protecting both buyer and seller under Labuan law.
Asset protection and wealth growth through Labuan foundations, trusts, and investment holding structures designed for international entrepreneurs and families.
Labuan is a Malaysian federal territory strategically positioned in the South China Sea — a well-regulated, OECD-compliant international business and financial centre that bridges Asia's major economies.
Corporate tax rate on trading activities
One of the lowest in Asia
Tax on investment holding income
Full exemption available
Double Taxation Agreements
Extensive treaty network through Malaysia
Qualifying business activities
From admin services to legal & payroll
Every member of our team brings deep expertise in Labuan laws, corporate governance, and practical business solutions — so you always work with someone who understands your needs.
Trust Officer & Founder
Licensed trust officer and practising lawyer since 2012. Andrew runs his own legal firm, Andrew, Jye & Co, and is well known as a trusted property lawyer. He helps clients solve tricky business issues through smart Labuan structures and is passionate about mentoring young graduates into confident trust officers.
Trust Officer & Co-Founder
Licensed trust officer and practising lawyer since 2009. Esther holds a degree in Software Engineering and completed her law studies through University of London. As the engine room of AAE, she oversees operations — organising the team, chasing papers, and making sure nothing slips through the cracks.
Head of Operations
Over 13 years of expertise in corporate governance, compliance, trust administration, and Labuan entity management. Oversees compliance, company secretarial, wealth management, and custodianship functions while ensuring adherence to LFSA and AML/CFT regulatory requirements.
Junior Executive
The go-to person for work permit applications. Ayisha supports daily administrative and client servicing processes while undergoing structured training in trust company operations, compliance procedures, and regulatory practices — being groomed towards a future managerial role.
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Labuan, Malaysia
Licensed Labuan Trust Company
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Thought leadership from licensed Labuan trust officers — straight-talking guides on company setup, compliance, structuring, and tax.
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LFSA annual fees, Annual Return filings, audit obligations, and tax lodgment deadlines — a practical compliance calendar every Labuan company director should bookmark.
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A step-by-step guide covering company structure selection, document requirements, and the full incorporation process under LFSA.
Everything you need to know about the Labuan Expatriate Visa — eligibility, required documents, Tier 1 & 2 process, and timelines.
Andrew breaks down the Labuan tax framework, who qualifies for the 3% rate, and how to structure your business to benefit legally.
Use a Labuan IHC to hold foreign assets, receive foreign-sourced income, and manage international property — explained in plain terms.
A practical overview of how Labuan serves as a gateway for international businesses looking to establish a legitimate Asian presence.
LFSA fees, Annual Returns, audit requirements, and tax lodgments — what every Labuan company director needs to know.
End-to-end guide on Labuan financial services licences — money broking, insurance, fund management, and digital banking.
How to use Labuan foundations and trusts for asset protection, succession planning, and international wealth management.
An overview of the different Labuan entity types and which structure best suits your business goals and tax planning needs.
Meet the team behind AAE International Trust Ltd. — licensed Labuan trust officers and practicing lawyers since 2018.
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Clear answers about Labuan company incorporation, compliance, licensing, and more.
A Labuan Work Permit, also known as an Expatriate Visa Category 1, is a work permit issued through Labuan Immigration allowing eligible foreigners to live and work in Malaysia under a Labuan company.
The Labuan Work Permit is generally valid for two years.
Yes. The Labuan Work Permit is renewable every two years subject to compliance with tax laws such as payment of personal income tax and approval by LFSA and Immigration, Labuan branch.
Applicants must have a valid passport, meet minimum salary requirements, possess a university degree, and maintain a personal bank account for salary payment purposes.
The minimum salary requirement is RM10,000 per month.
Applicants are generally expected to hold a university degree. In certain cases, applicants without a degree may still qualify with additional supporting documents and professional references.
The process generally involves 2 tiers — Tier 1: document collection and submission to LFSA, followed by Tier 2: submission to Labuan Immigration for approval and endorsement.
Processing timelines vary depending on document readiness and authority review timelines. LFSA processing may take between 7 to 21 working days depending on track selection, followed by Immigration processing.
Required documents generally include passport or NRIC copies, proof of address, and additional corporate documents where applicable.
Incorporation timelines vary depending on document readiness and authority processing. Name reservation, signing, and incorporation are generally completed within several working days.
AAE assists with name reservation, preparation of incorporation documents, scheduling signing meetings, and submission of incorporation applications.
After incorporation, AAE will provide incorporation documents and may assist with bank account opening and work permit applications.
Yes. AAE can assist clients with the bank account opening process after incorporation.
Yes. AAE may assist eligible clients with Labuan work permit applications following incorporation.
Two main annual compliance: Pay annual fee to LFSA for the company, and file Annual Return of the company. Other obligations include payment of AAE's annual fees, audit of management accounts, lodgment of audit report with LFSA and LHDN.
Companies are generally expected to appoint an auditor and determine their financial year end exactly at the one year anniversary date. Corporate tax submission to be made 6 months after the end of the financial year.
Appointment of a tax agent may be required when the tax submission is due, i.e., 6 months after the end of the financial year.
The employer must be a Labuan company with a physical office, payroll arrangements, human resource support, and a corporate bank account.
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