E-Invoice Ultimate Guide: The Most Common Questions Businesses Need to Know
Malaysia’s E-Invoice requirements have gone through several updates, with changes involving implementation timelines, exemption criteria and compliance arrangements. For many business owners, Accounting Teams and [...]
Latest e-Invoice FAQ Guide: If Your Revenue Is Below RM3 Million, Can You Stop Issuing e-invoices?
Following the increase of the e-Invoice exemption threshold to RM3 million, many Malaysian business owners have been asking the same questions: If my annual turnover [...]
Accountant vs Auditor: What’s the Difference?
Many business owners and Accounting Teams have the same question: “The accounts are already done — why does the Auditor still keep asking for documents?” [...]
What Are the Differences Between Different Malaysian Residency Statuses and Passes?
In recent years, Malaysia has become an increasingly popular destination for foreigners who wish to work, invest, study, or stay long-term. According to the Department [...]
Lindung24Jam to Be Implemented in 3 Phases: Contribution Rates and Disability Benefit Rates Explained
Lindung24Jam will be implemented progressively in three phases. In addition to changes in the contribution rate, the applicable rates for Temporary Disablement Benefit (FHUS) and [...]
2026 New MyKad: Key Differences, Replacement Locations and Who Needs to Replace It
The new MyKad features not only an updated appearance, but also enhanced security elements, anti-counterfeit technology, chip encryption and digital capabilities. As the replacement programme [...]
E-Invoice Exemption Threshold Expanded to RM3 Million: Can Businesses Below the Threshold Stop Issuing e-Invoices?
Malaysia’s e-Invoice requirements continue to evolve. Under the latest e-Invoice Guideline, eligible taxpayers with an annual turnover or revenue of less than RM3 million may [...]
Are Companies Required to Observe Additional / Special Public Holidays?
When an additional or special public holiday is announced, one common question among employers and employees is: Are private-sector companies required to observe it? Not [...]
Why Is GST Back in Focus? Understanding What GST and SST Really Mean for Businesses
Recently, GST has once again become a topic of discussion within Malaysia’s business community. For businesses, however, the key issue is not simply “what is [...]
Perumahan Kasih Johor 2026 Now Open for Applications
The Johor State Government has reopened applications for the Perumahan Kasih Johor 2026 programme, providing housing assistance to eligible Johor residents. Whether you are buying [...]
Malaysia Employment Services SST Update 2026: Qualifying Disbursements and Salary No Longer Subject to Service Tax
The Royal Malaysian Customs Department (RMCD) has issued an important announcement on 13 August 2026, clarifying the Service Tax treatment for Employment Services in Malaysia. [...]
HASiL Clarifies Employment Contract Stamp Duty Rules
The Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (HASiL) has issued a media statement dated 7 August 2026, providing further clarification on the Stamp Duty treatment for [...]
Malaysia RM40 Electricity Bill Rebate: Who Is Eligible and How to Check Your Eligibility
As the cost of living continues to rise, electricity bills remain one of the major monthly expenses for many Malaysian households. To help ease the [...]
JS-SEZ Commercial Property Stamp Duty Remission
Malaysian Government Introduces New Stamp Duty Incentives for JS-SEZ Commercial Properties To encourage investment and accelerate economic development within the Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), [...]
Malaysian Employers: Failure to Report Job Vacancies May Result in a Fine of Up to RM1,000 for a First Offence
When recruiting new employees or creating new positions, Malaysian employers must pay attention not only to recruitment and onboarding processes but also to their legal [...]
Malaysia RM200 Air Conditioner & Refrigerator Rebate 2026
The Malaysian Government has introduced the NUR@PETRA 2026 Energy-Efficient Appliance Rebate (e-Rebat) Programme to encourage households to purchase energy-efficient home appliances. Eligible Malaysians can receive [...]
LINDUNG 24 JAM Online Guide
PERKESO has introduced the LINDUNG 24 JAM Portal, allowing eligible local employees to voluntarily Opt In or Opt Out of the LINDUNG 24 JAM Scheme [...]
PERKESO Officially Releases the Lindung 24 Jam Opt-Out Form
The Social Security Organisation (PERKESO) has officially released the Opt-Out Form for the Skim Lindung 24 Jam. Employees who intend to withdraw from the scheme [...]
LHDN Extends the Stamp Duty Voluntary Disclosure Special Programme (PKPS)
The Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (LHDN) has officially announced a six-month extension of the Stamp Duty Voluntary Disclosure Special Programme (Program Khas Pengakuan Sukarela [...]
SOCSO LINDUNG 24 JAM Participation Now Voluntary
Following the Cabinet meeting held on 8 July 2026, the Malaysian Government announced that the PERKESO (SOCSO) LINDUNG 24 JAM scheme will no longer be [...]
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