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Non-Resident Individuals

An individual is considered a non-resident under Malaysian tax law if they are present in Malaysia for less than 182 days in a calendar year, regardless of nationality or citizenship. Non-resident individuals are taxed only on income earned or received within Malaysia.

Non-resident individuals are exempt from tax if they:

  • Work in Malaysia for less than 60 days in a calendar year.
  • Work on board a Malaysian ship.
  • Are aged 55 years or above and receive a pension from Malaysian employment.
  • Receive bank interest.
  • Receive tax-exempt dividends.

Non-resident individuals subject to tax are required to file Form M.

To know more, view here.

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