As the year comes to an end, many taxpayers start organizing their receipts and expenses — and often discover that several payments are actually eligible for tax deductions. Here are some commonly overlooked deductible items for YA2025:
- Includes private tuition, learning centres, music, art, and coding classes
- Deduction: Up to RM3,000
- Note: Only valid for registered institutions; receipts must be kept
- Includes job-related training, certification courses, and continuing education
- Deduction: Up to RM1,000
- Note: Courses must relate to your career or professional development; retain proof of payment
- Expenses for vaccinations approved by the Ministry of Health and recommended by a doctor are eligible for tax deduction.
- Deduction: RM1,000
- Note: Receipts must be issued by a registered medical institution or pharmacy.
- Expenses for work-related travel (flights, accommodation, transportation, and meals) are deductible.
- Deduction: Based on actual expenses, must be related to income.
- Note: Must be directly related to income or business, and keep all receipts and travel records; personal vacations are not claimable
- Annual medical check-ups + doctor-recommended home health monitoring devices (blood pressure monitor, glucometer, oximeter, thermometer)
- Deduction: Up to RM1,000
- Note: Devices must be registered under the Medical Device Act 2012; keep all receipts
**data updated on 18.11.2025
(201706002678 & AF 002133)