Corporate Immigration — Malaysia increase in sales and service tax for Immigration Services
MYXpats has recently released a notice to confirm that following the announcement from The Royal Malaysian Customs Department (RMCD), the Sales and Service Tax (SST) rate will increase.
Who will be affected?
This applies to the application fee for all types of passes.
Background
As part of Malaysia’s 2024 Budget proposals, there is a proposed increase in the Service Tax by 2%, from 6% to 8%. While food, beverages, and telecommunications are exempted, immigration services fall outside this category. The RMCD has issued a Guide on Transitional Rules to implement the 2% rise in Service Tax from 1 March 2024. Click here for more information.
Impact
All service fees paid to Santa Fe and application fees for all types of passes submitted to government authorities/agencies will be affected by the 2% rise in Sales Service Tax (SST).
Date of implementation
1 March 2024
Santa Fe Analysis
In October 2023, Malaysia’s 2024 Budget was presented to Parliament, introducing significant tax adjustments. The budget included a 2% rise in the Service Tax, increasing it from 6% to 8%, effective 1 March 2024.
Certain essential supplies will maintain a 6% tax rate. Exemptions from the tax increase include food, beverages, car parks, and telecommunications. All Santa Fe invoices sent after 1 March 2024 will reflect the newly imposed 8% SST.
For any inquiries or further clarification, you are welcome to reach out to the designated contacts below:
Samson Prakash Poore
Immigration Manager, Malaysia
Santa Fe Relocation
+60 19 601 6900
samson.poore@santaferelo.com
Robert Day
Group Head of Immigration Operations
Santa Fe Relocation
+44 7990 021125
robert.day@santaferelo.com
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