Tax

Revision of sales tax rates and expansion of scope for service tax

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On 9 June 2025, the Malaysian Government announced that effective 1 July 2025, the Sales Tax and Service Tax (SST) framework will be updated with revised sales tax rates and expanded scope of service tax.
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Revision of sales tax rates

The rates of sales tax for various goods have been reviewed and effective from 1 July 2025, sales tax will be applied at the rate of 5% or 10% on various types of goods. 

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Expansion of scope for service tax

Effective from 1 July 2025, the scope of prescribed taxable services is expanded to include the following:

  • Commission or fee based financial services
  • Private healthcare services
  • Rental or leasing services
  • Construction works
  • Education services
  • Wellness services

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