🇲🇾 Malaysia VAT Calculator
Calculate Malaysian SST with sales tax at 8% and service tax at 6%.
Quick calculator
RM
Net price-
Tax amount-
Gross price-
How to calculate
Add VAT: net price × 1.08 = gross price.
Remove VAT: gross price ÷ 1.08 = net price.
Calculation Examples — 8%
| Net | VAT 8% | Gross |
|---|---|---|
| RM 100.00 | RM 8.00 | RM 108.00 |
| RM 500.00 | RM 40.00 | RM 540.00 |
| RM 1000.00 | RM 80.00 | RM 1080.00 |
Compare with neighbors
| Country | Std Rate | vs Malaysia |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia ★ | 8% | — |
| 🇸🇬 Singapore | 9% | +1% |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | 11% | +3% |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | 7% | -1% |
| 🇵🇭 Philippines | 12% | +4% |
Key facts
| Registration threshold | RM 500,000/yr |
| Filing frequency | Bi-monthly |
Good to know: Malaysia replaced GST with the Sales and Service Tax (SST) in 2018. The 8% sales tax applies to manufactured goods, while the 6% service tax covers prescribed services.
Official source
Royal Malaysian Customs Department
Reference only. Verify rates and exemptions with the official tax authority before filing or invoicing.
Rates verified May 2026Report incorrect rate →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the VAT rate in Malaysia?
The standard VAT rate in Malaysia is 8%. Reduced rates also apply: 6%.
How do I add VAT in Malaysia?
Multiply the net price by 1.08. For example, RM 100 net becomes RM 108.00 gross.
How do I remove VAT in Malaysia?
Divide the gross price by 1.08. For example, RM 108.00 gross becomes RM 100 net.
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