Malaysia Tax Calculator (2026)
Income tax rates and take-home pay for Malaysia
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Malaysia Income Tax Brackets (2025)
| Bracket | Income Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| No tax | MYR 0 - MYR 5,000 | 0.0% |
| 1% bracket | MYR 5,000 - MYR 20,000 | 1.0% |
| 3% bracket | MYR 20,000 - MYR 35,000 | 3.0% |
| 6% bracket | MYR 35,000 - MYR 50,000 | 6.0% |
| 11% bracket | MYR 50,000 - MYR 70,000 | 11.0% |
| 19% bracket | MYR 70,000 - MYR 100,000 | 19.0% |
| 25% bracket | MYR 100,000 - MYR 400,000 | 25.0% |
| 26% bracket | MYR 400,000 - MYR 600,000 | 26.0% |
| 28% bracket | MYR 600,000 - MYR 2,000,000 | 28.0% |
| 30% bracket | MYR 2,000,000+ | 30.0% |
Personal allowance: MYR 9,000
Employees' Provident Fund (EPF)
| Bracket | Income Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| EPF employee contribution (below age 60, income > MYR 5,000) | MYR 5,000+ | 11.0% |
Employment Insurance System (EIS)
| Bracket | Income Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| EIS employee contribution (0.2%) | MYR 0+ | 0.2% |
Capped at MYR 143 per year
Key Facts
Tax Year
2025
Currency
MYR
Top Rate
30.0%
Brackets
10 brackets
Allowance
MYR 9,000
Social Contributions
2 items
Assumptions
- · Model assumes resident individual taxpayer with Malaysian citizenship or permanent resident status.
- · EPF contribution modeled at mandatory rates for Malaysian citizens/permanent residents below age 60 with income > MYR 5,000.
- · SOCSO contributions included at statutory EIS rates (0.2% employer and employee, capped at MYR 11.90 each monthly).
- · Personal reliefs (self MYR 9,000) applied as income deduction before tax calculation.
- · Tax rebate of MYR 400 applied for single taxpayer with chargeable income ≤ MYR 35,000.
- · Non-resident individuals taxed at flat 30%; special rates (15%) for knowledge workers and other schemes excluded as not representative of standard employee.
- · Medical and other itemized reliefs excluded from standard model; only personal relief deductions included.
- · No local/subnational income taxes in Malaysia.
- · Model does not include voluntary contributions or optional schemes.
Frequently asked questions
How much income tax do I pay if I move to Malaysia as a resident?
Malaysia has a progressive tax system with 10 tax brackets ranging from 0% on income up to MYR 5,000, to 30% on income above MYR 2,000,000. Most employees also benefit from a MYR 400 tax rebate if their chargeable income is MYR 35,000 or less. The actual tax you owe depends on your total income and applicable deductions like the MYR 9,000 personal relief.
What are EPF and EIS contributions in Malaysia?
EPF (Employees' Provident Fund) is a mandatory retirement savings scheme where employees contribute 11% of their gross income if they earn over MYR 5,000 and are below age 60. EIS (Employment Insurance System) is a separate mandatory contribution of 0.2% of gross income, capped at MYR 142.80 monthly. Both contributions are deductible from your gross income before income tax is calculated.
Do I pay income tax on my EPF and EIS contributions?
No, both EPF and EIS contributions are deducted from your gross income before income tax is calculated, so you do not pay income tax on these amounts. This means your taxable income is reduced by these mandatory contributions, lowering your overall tax liability.
What tax rate do non-residents pay in Malaysia?
Non-resident individuals in Malaysia are taxed at a flat rate of 30% on their income. This is significantly higher than the progressive rates for residents, which start at 0% and go up to 30% only for very high earners.
Are there state or local income taxes in Malaysia?
No, Malaysia does not have state or local income taxes. Income tax is only collected at the federal level, so your total income tax obligation depends solely on the federal brackets and your resident status.
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