SIGNBOARD LICENCE - KEDAH & NORTHERN AREA
Don't put up your signboard without a licence.
Here's how to get one.
Every business signboard in Malaysia requires a licence from your local council — and a DBP approval before that. Without it, you risk fines of up to RM 30,000 and a council order to remove your signboard entirely. GS LED Display handles the full process for you: design, DBP approval, and council submission — so you open your business with confidence.
Operating a business without a valid signboard licence is an offence under the Local Government Act 1976. Fines can reach RM 30,000 and councils conduct unannounced inspections — especially in Kedah town centres.
What is DBP approval — and why does it come first?
Before your local council will accept your signboard licence application, your signboard design must be approved by Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP). DBP ensures that Bahasa Malaysia is correctly and prominently used on all commercial signboards in Malaysia. This is a mandatory step most business owners don't know about — and the most common reason applications get rejected.
One-stop service: GS LED Display is the only provider in Sungai Petani combining signboard design, DBP submission, council licence application, fabrication, and installation under one roof. No running between separate designers, agents, and contractors.
The 6-Step Process
From initial design consultation to final installation, here's how we guide you through the signboard licensing journey.
Design & Consultation
Work with our team to design your signboard and ensure compliance with local regulations.
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Discuss your branding and location
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Create compliant design
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Plan materials and dimensions
DBP Language Approval
Submit your signboard design to Dewan Bahasa & Pustaka (DBP) for language verification.
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Submit design to DBP
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Receive apprval certificate
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Typically 5-7 working days
Prepare Documents
Gather all required documents for your local authority application.
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Business registration
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Tenancy agreement
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Signboard specifications
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DBP certificate
Submit Application
Submit your complete application to the relevant local authority (MPSPK, MPKK, etc.).
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Submit to local PBT office
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Pay application fee
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Receive reference number
Site Inspection
Local authorities may conduct a site inspection to verify compliance.
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Prepare site for inspection
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Ensure accessibility
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Respond to any queries
License Approval & Installation
Receive your signboard license and proceed with installation.
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Receive license certificate
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Install signboard
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Notify authority upon completion
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about signboard licenses, DBP approval, and the application process.
Do I need signboard license for my business?
Yes, any business displaying a signboard or sign in Malaysia must obtain a license from their local authority (PBT). This includes shop signboards, LED displays, and outdoor advertising. Operating without a license can result in fines or forced removal of your signage.