ringgitplus2026-05-0610 min read

How To Check If You Need To File Taxes In Malaysia

Check out the link for the RInggitPlus + ThinkTx curated Article by Our Tax Professionals. This guide simplifies the criteria for filing income tax in Malaysia. For salaried employees, the mandatory filing threshold is an annual income of RM37,333 after EPF deductions. Conversely, those with business or freelance income must declare their earnings regardless of the amount. Crucially, if you already possess a registered tax file, you should file even with zero taxable income to remain compliant. Beyond legal requirements, the article stresses that filing is the only way to claim various tax reliefs and reclaim overpaid Monthly Tax Deductions (PCB), potentially securing a refund through the MyTax portal.
How To Check If You Need To File Taxes In Malaysia
Curated by Steffi Manisha Arokiam, Associate Director, both at ThinkTx Consultants Sdn Bhd.