Malaysia Digital X-Port Grant (MDXG)

Malaysia Digital X-Port Grant (MDXG)

Funds Malaysian tech companies developing and commercialising digital products and services for global export markets.

The Malaysia Digital X-Port Grant (MDXG) is administered by MDEC (Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation), a government agency under Malaysia's Ministry of Digital. MDXG is a cost-reimbursement grant for Malaysian technology companies that have demonstrated export readiness and want to expand globally. It covers product development, commercialisation, and export promotion activities. Local-owned companies can claim up to 50% of project cost (ceiling RM 1 million); majority foreign-owned companies with HQ in Malaysia can claim up to 30% of project cost (ceiling RM 1 million). The project duration is up to one year.

Eligible applicants must be incorporated in Malaysia under the Companies Act 1965 or 2016. Local-owned companies need a minimum RM 50,000 share capital and at least 51% Malaysian equity. Majority foreign-owned companies need a minimum RM 500,000 share capital with HQ in Malaysia. Both types must be in operation for at least one year, hold Malaysia Digital or MSC Malaysia status, and must not be subject to liquidation or bankruptcy. At least 50% of the project team must be Malaysian, and the project must generate export commercial value.

The 2024 cycle opened on 9 September 2024 and ran until funds were exhausted or the cycle closed. Applications were submitted through the Malaysia Digital Platform. Applicants completed a pitch deck using the MDEC template, provided one year of audited accounts, a Board of Director resolution, and company profile. MDEC reviewed for completeness, then held a pitching session. Approval decisions were made by the MDEC approval authority. The page currently shows APPLICATION CLOSED, with the 2024 cycle briefing sessions having been held in September–October 2024.

Key requirements: the project must create Malaysian jobs, maintain at least 50% Malaysian project team, and result in export commercial value — all three are specific conditions throughout the grant period. Outsourcing to third parties is capped at 20% of grant amount. Marketing costs must not exceed 20% of the grant amount. Retrospective costs are not eligible. The programme is framed as available throughout the year subject to fund availability, suggesting periodic reopening rather than wind-down.