The Government of Malaysia prohibits any form of fireworks or firecracker burning, except for the Happy Boom and Pop-pop brands.

However, exceptions are granted for the burning of pyrotechnic materials at official government events, certain concerts, and events that have received special permission from the Minister of Home Affairs.

Approval from the Ministry is a policy decision, and applications are subject to directives from other agencies such as the Royal Malaysia Police (security), the Fire and Rescue Department (safety), and the Civil Aviation Authority (airspace management) during the display.