Category: Digital Transformation

As businesses across Malaysia adapt to the mandatory e-invoicing system, a common operational challenge has emerged: What do you do when the other party in a transaction—be it a member of the public, a foreign entity, or a government body—does not have or provide a Tax Identification Number (TIN)? Since the TIN is a mandatory […]

With the nationwide implementation of e-invoicing, a critical question for many Malaysian businesses is: “How do I handle transactions with my international suppliers and customers?” The standard e-invoicing process applies between two Malaysian entities, but the rules are different for cross-border trade. The Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (LHDN) has released specific guidelines to clarify […]

While Malaysia’s e-invoicing system offers conveniences like issuing a “consolidated e-invoice” to summarize multiple B2C transactions, this is not a universal rule. The Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (LHDN) has specified eight key industries and transaction types where consolidation is strictly prohibited. For these specific cases, businesses are legally required to issue a separate e-invoice […]

The nationwide implementation of e-invoicing is more than just a technological shift; it represents a fundamental change in how the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (LHDN) will assess and audit businesses. For the first time, LHDN will have a near real-time view of your company’s core financial transactions. This new level of transparency means the […]

As Malaysia moves towards a full-scale digital economy, the mandatory implementation of the national e-invoicing system is transforming how businesses transact. Governed by the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (LHDN), this new framework is designed to enhance tax administration efficiency, and compliance is no longer optional. For many business owners, this transition can seem daunting. […]

While the e-invoicing system offers conveniences like issuing a “consolidated e-invoice” to summarize multiple transactions into one, this is not a universal rule. The Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (LHDN) has specified certain industries and transaction types where consolidation is strictly prohibited. For these specific cases, businesses are required to issue a separate e-invoice for […]

As the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (LHDN) continues to centralize all tax matters onto its MyTax portal, one of the most powerful features for business owners is the “Permohonan Peranan” (Role Application) function. This system is the key to managing multiple tax responsibilities—your personal tax, your company’s tax, and your duties as an employer—all […]

As Malaysian businesses adapt to the mandatory e-invoicing system, many are encountering specific, complex transaction types. One of the most common questions is: “How do I issue an e-invoice for payments made to individuals who are not running a business, like freelancers, agents, or members of the public?” The answer lies in a “self-billed e-invoice”—an […]