Starting from 1 January 2023, the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (IRBM / HASiL) officially introduced the electronic Withholding Tax (e-WHT) system. This initiative allows taxpayers to conveniently submit and pay withholding tax online. From 1 September 2023 onwards, the use of e-WHT has been gradually enforced in stages. 1. Background and Implementation 2. How… Continue reading Comprehensive Guide to Malaysia’s Electronic Withholding Tax (e-WHT)
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No More Confusion: Payment to Deceased Agent is No Longer Subject to 2% Withholding Tax
When an agent, distributor, or dealer passes away, businesses often wonder: Do we still need to withhold tax on payments made to them? The good news is things have become much simpler now. What Changed? Starting from 1 August 2025, under Section 107D of the Income Tax Act, payments made to a deceased individual (EPP… Continue reading No More Confusion: Payment to Deceased Agent is No Longer Subject to 2% Withholding Tax