EFE Label
More than 350 French companies, known as French Companies Abroad (Entreprises Françaises à l’Étranger - EFE), are registered in Malaysia. Created in 2021, EFE International is an initiative of the French Foreign Trade Advisors and the network of French Chambers of Commerce and Industry abroad.
In Malaysia, these companies thrive in various sectors such as culture, technology, aerospace, healthcare, and more. Some have contributed, directly or indirectly, to the expansion of French influence in the country.
EFE International aims to offer companies that promote French influence abroad the opportunity to obtain a label recognizing their efforts in this mission.
Boost Your Visibility and Impact with the EFE Label
- Strong recognition of France and International
- Be part of EFE international community and participate to economic events organized by the French Embassy and Business France
- Eligibility to be part of EFE international to access services such as the employment of VIE
- Eligibility to private future funds in case of an emergency related to the company
- Eligibility to private future funds to help develop companies who contribute to France influence
Requirements for Eligibility to the Label
- Importation of French products or from French origin
- Promotion of France as a destination or French savoir-faire
- Promotion of France’s image and French culture (artistic, cultural, economic, technological, scientific, etc.)
- Development of local production including French component
How to participate?
- Submit your application to the Local Committee, composed of the CCIFM and CCE in Malaysia.
- Your application will then be forwarded to the Strategic Committee in France for a final review.
- You will receive a response within 30 days.
If your application is approved, a contribution of €300 will be required. This covers the administrative costs related to labeling, implementation, and communication. The label is valid for a period of three years and can be renewed if the company continues to meet the eligibility criteria. Applications must be submitted to the following address: efe@mfcci.com, between 01/09 and 26/09.
Who is EFE International?
EFE International, serving French entrepreneurs abroad, was launched in 2021 by the French Foreign Trade Advisors and the French Chambers of Commerce abroad. As a unique initiative, it is dedicated to structuring and promoting EFE through a V.I.E program, financing solutions, a dedicated label, and an active network in more than 70 countries. It positions itself as a key facilitator of international development.
Application Timeline & Key Dates
- 1st September - 26th September Application Period Open
- 30th September Gathering of Local Committee to evaluate applicants