Non-Resident Company Tax Rates

Non-resident companies are liable to Malaysian tax when it carries on a business through a permanent establishment in Malaysia and assessable on income accruing in or derived from Malaysia.

Non-resident company tax rates:

Types of income Rates (%)
Business
Rental
25
Dividend (Franked)
Dividend (Single tier)*
25
0
Entertainer’s professional income 15
Interest 15
Royalty 10
Special classes of Income:  
 • Rental of movable property 10
 • Fees for technical or management services performed in Malaysia 10
 • Payment for services rendered in Malaysia in connection with use of property or installation or operation of any plant, machinery or other apparatus purchased from a non-resident person 10
Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT)

 • Other than a resident company
 • Non-resident company
 • Foreign investment institution


10
25
10

Note: Effective from 01/01/2007




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