Malaysia tax guide
Planning reference for Malaysia using MYR salary values.
This is not an official government calculation. Confirm final details with Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia or a qualified tax professional.
Model coverage
A source-reviewed simplified salary model is available in the calculator.
Scope: Resident individual below age 60 using the YA 2025 rates and basic individual relief. EPF, SOCSO and EIS employee deductions are included, with tax relief limited to standard EPF and SOCSO caps. Spouse, child, lifestyle, insurance and other personal reliefs are excluded.
Reference details
| Currency | MYR |
|---|---|
| National tax label | Resident Income Tax |
| Personal allowance | 9,000 MYR |
| Employee contributions | Malaysian employee below age 60: EPF 11%, representative SOCSO 0.5% and EIS 0.2% up to RM 6,000 monthly wages. |
| Last source review | 2026-07-23 |
Modeled national brackets
| Band | Rate | Reference threshold |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0% | Up to 5,000 MYR |
| 2 | 1.0% | Up to 20,000 MYR |
| 3 | 3.0% | Up to 35,000 MYR |
| 4 | 6.0% | Up to 50,000 MYR |
| 5 | 11.0% | Up to 70,000 MYR |
| 6 | 19.0% | Up to 100,000 MYR |
| 7 | 25.0% | Up to 400,000 MYR |
| 8 | 26.0% | Up to 600,000 MYR |
| 9 | 28.0% | Up to 2,000,000 MYR |
| 10 | 30.0% | Top bracket and above |
Official source
Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia: https://www.hasil.gov.my/
Tax rules, thresholds, allowances, and contribution limits can change. Use the official source above to verify the current rules before making a financial decision.