Tax resident status

vpchand · 2018-07-18T06:40:48+02:00

Explore qualifications for Tax Resident status in Kuala Lumpur. Get insights on documentation needs and tips for approaching Malaysian Immigration.

vpchand Member

Member since 30 August 2017

vpchandMember18 July 2018 04:40:48

Hi ,

I have entered in Malaysia on 09.10.2017 and had a personal vacation from 28.06.2018 ( exit from KL) to 09.07.2018 ( Arrival at KL) except business trips . Now I am Tax Resident for both FY 2017 and 2018 as per Malaysian Tax laws. I have two questions in this regard.

1. Do I need to obtain any certificate from LHDN regarding fulfillment of聽聽Tax Resident qualification for 2017 and 2018?
2. As I have used e-Gate ( automated clearance) on three occasions i.e.2 Arrival and one exit, the stamping on my passport is missing. However , I have got printed acknowledgement slips while arriving at KLIA and preserved the same were preserved. But during exit ( one occasion) ) I have not got even printed acknowledgement slips. My HR is telling we need to approach Malaysian Immigration and obtain letter to confirm Arrival and one exit dates on which i have used e-Gate ( automated clearance). Is it correct? if yes where can i get the letter?

Please help.

Gravitas ViP

Member since 02 March 2011

GravitasViP18 July 2018 06:55:23

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Just keep your boarding passes as proof. The company will need to issue a letter detailing your travel absences when you make your 2018 tax return.

Getting a Certificate of Residence from your tax office could be an option (again with letter from employer). At least then you will be prepared for any potential fall-out later on.