- Malaysia Service Tax to rise to 8% in March 2024
- The Royal Malaysian Customs Department has provided guidance on the implementation of the 2% rise in Service Tax
- Three scenarios for taxation and how to treat the rise have been outlined
- Existing 6% rate applies for services fully provided before 1 March
- If services have started before 1 March and completed by 31 August, the 6% rate may still be applied
- New 8% rate will apply for services provided after 1 March that do not qualify for the previous scenarios.
Source: vatcalc.com
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