Description
- Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) is a government agency responsible for the development, standardization, and promotion of the Malay language and literature. It plays a vital role in publishing educational materials, dictionaries, and literary works to uphold the national language and cultural heritage.
GOV Department
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Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia - Ministry of Education Malaysia
License Type
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Lesen Penerbitan dan Percetakan - Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka
Details
- DBP provides services such as language standardization, publication of literary and academic works, and the development of Malay language terminology.
- It ensures compliance with national language policies in official publications and communications.
- DBP issues permits for publishing books, magazines, and other printed materials in Malay.
- It serves as a regulatory body to ensure language quality and standardization in educational and public resources.
Important Rules
- All publications must adhere to the language and cultural standards set by DBP.
- Publishers must obtain DBP approval for materials intended for educational or public use.
- Non-compliance with language policies or unauthorized use of the Malay language in publications is prohibited.
Compound & Punishment
- Fines of up to RM10,000 for unauthorized publication without DBP approval.
- Confiscation of materials that fail to meet DBP’s language and cultural guidelines.
- Legal action under the Printing Presses and Publications Act for severe violations.
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Commonly Asked Questions
The DBP Ads Submission Service ensures that your advertisements, publications, and signage comply with the Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) language standards. It includes review, correction, and certification to ensure your content meets the approved Malay language requirements.
Any advertisement or printed material using Bahasa Malaysia must comply with DBP’s official language guidelines. This ensures proper grammar, spelling, and usage in accordance with the National Language Act and maintains linguistic consistency across public and business communications.
Businesses, organizations, or individuals producing advertisements, signboards, banners, publications, or official documents in Malay are required to obtain DBP’s verification or approval before printing or display.
Applicants must submit a copy of their advertisement, publication, or signage design to DBP for review. The submission can be made physically or online, along with the required documents such as the company profile, SSM certificate, and design layout showing the Malay language content.
The DBP approval applies to:
- Billboards, banners, and signboards in Malay
- Printed advertisements and brochures
- Corporate documents and reports in Malay
- Publications, books, and magazines
- Educational and promotional materials
The approval process typically takes 5 to 14 working days, depending on the volume of applications and the complexity of the submitted materials. Fast-track options may be available for urgent cases upon request.
All materials must:
- Use proper Bahasa Malaysia grammar and spelling
- Avoid mixing languages unless approved by DBP
- Reflect national culture and values
- Follow DBP’s official terminology and linguistic standards
If your advertisement fails to meet DBP requirements, you’ll be asked to make corrections before publication or display. Failure to comply can result in fines up to RM10,000, confiscation of materials, or legal action under the Printing Presses and Publications Act.
Yes. Once your advertisement or publication meets the compliance criteria, DBP issues an official language compliance certificate confirming that your material follows the correct linguistic and cultural standards.
Absolutely. Our team provides professional language editing, formatting, and resubmission support to ensure your advertisement or publication complies fully with DBP standards and receives fast approval