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MyInvois E-Invoicing Complete Guide 2026: Compliance & Setup

MyInvois E-Invoicing Complete Guide 2026: Compliance & Setup

Complete MyInvois e-invoicing guide for Malaysia 2026. Covers Phase 1 (RM100M+), Phase 2 (RM25M-100M), Phase 3 (RM5M-25M), registration, required fields, API vs portal, and penalties.

May 2, 2026
9 min read
De Rantau Nomad Pass: Tax Obligations for Digital Nomads in Malaysia 2026

De Rantau Nomad Pass: Tax Obligations for Digital Nomads in Malaysia 2026

Malaysia's De Rantau programme offers digital nomads a 12-month renewable pass to live and work remotely from one of Asia's most affordable tech hubs. But what are your tax obligations? This guide covers everything from residency rules to foreign-sourced income exemptions.

April 23, 2026
8 min read
Gig Workers Act 2025: SESSS Mandatory Contributions Explained for Malaysian Freelancers

Gig Workers Act 2025: SESSS Mandatory Contributions Explained for Malaysian Freelancers

Malaysia's Self-Employment Social Security Scheme (SESSS) is now mandatory for gig workers under the Gig Workers Act 2025. Learn who is affected, contribution rates, and how to comply.

April 16, 2026
9 min read
MyInvois RM1M Threshold 2026: Who Must Comply & How to Prepare

MyInvois RM1M Threshold 2026: Who Must Comply & How to Prepare

Malaysia's e-invoicing Phase 4 brings new requirements for businesses earning RM1M–RM5M annually. Here's what changed, who's affected, and how to prepare.

April 9, 2026
6 min read
Malaysia Foreign-Sourced Income Exemption Extended to 2036: What Remote Freelancers and SMEs Need to Know

Malaysia Foreign-Sourced Income Exemption Extended to 2036: What Remote Freelancers and SMEs Need to Know

The exemption on foreign-sourced income for individuals has been extended to 31 December 2036. Here's what that means for Malaysian freelancers working with overseas clients, digital nomads, and SME owners earning income from abroad.

April 2, 2026
8 min read
Filing Tax on Multiple Platform Income in Malaysia 2026: Upwork, Fiverr, Shopee & Local Work

Filing Tax on Multiple Platform Income in Malaysia 2026: Upwork, Fiverr, Shopee & Local Work

Malaysian freelancers and SME owners increasingly juggle income from Upwork, Fiverr, Shopee, Grab, TikTok Shop, and direct clients. Here is how to aggregate every stream for Form B, convert foreign currency correctly, and stay compliant with MyInvois and LHDN record-keeping rules.

March 26, 2026
9 min read
Home Office Deductions Malaysia 2026: How to Calculate Proportionate Rent, Utilities, and Internet

Home Office Deductions Malaysia 2026: How to Calculate Proportionate Rent, Utilities, and Internet

Working from home as a Malaysian freelancer or SME owner? Here is exactly how LHDN expects you to calculate the home office portion of rent, electricity, broadband, and more — with worked examples.

Deduction Guide
March 19, 2026
9 min read
20 Deductible Business Expenses in Malaysia: 2026 Tax Guide

20 Deductible Business Expenses in Malaysia: 2026 Tax Guide

Discover which business expenses you can claim as tax deductions in Malaysia. This guide covers 20 major categories with worked examples and real RM amounts to maximize your 2026 tax filing.

Deduction Guide
March 12, 2026
8 min read
Malaysia Income Tax Rates 2026: Progressive Brackets Explained for Freelancers

Malaysia Income Tax Rates 2026: Progressive Brackets Explained for Freelancers

Complete guide to Malaysia's 2026 income tax rates (YA 2025) for freelancers and SMEs. Includes full bracket table, worked examples, key reliefs, and tips to reduce your tax bill.

March 5, 2026
8 min read