KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- The individual income tax relief limit has been raised to RM12,000 from the previous rate of RM9,000, which was last reviewed in 2010.
General : Budget 2027: Individual Tax Relief Raised To RM12,000 - PM Anwar
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Malaysia raised individual tax relief to RM12,000 and reduced tax rates for middle and high earners in Budget 2027.
- Individual tax relief increased from RM9,000 to RM12,000 in 2027 budget.
- Tax rates for income between RM70,000 and RM150,000 were reduced to 18% and 24% respectively.
- Expanded tax relief includes medical care, AI subscriptions, pet adoptions, and more.
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