Payroll system with EPF SOCSO PCB
Malaysia payroll involves four mandatory contributions. EPF (Employees Provident Fund) is the largest at 12-13% employer share. SOCSO covers employment injury and invalidity at approximately 1.75%. PCB (Monthly Tax Deduction) is the withholding mechanism for income tax. All contributions are due by the 15th of the following month.
EPF contributions are mandatory for Malaysian citizens and
PRs. Foreign workers are exempt from mandatory EPF but can voluntarily
contribute. The EPF employer contribution increased from 12% to 13% for
employees earning RM 5,000 and below effective February 2024. There is no
contribution cap: EPF applies to total monthly wages.
SOCSO provides two schemes. The Employment Injury Scheme
covers work-related accidents, occupational diseases, and death. The Invalidity
Scheme covers invalidity not related to employment. Combined employer
contribution: approximately 1.75% of insured wages. Employee contribution: 0.5%
of insured wages. SOCSO applies to all employees earning up to RM 6,000/month.
PCB is Malaysia's PAYE (Pay As You Earn) system for income
tax withholding. The employer calculates monthly tax deduction using LHDN's MTD
schedule or the Computerised Calculation method. PCB is remitted to LHDN by the
15th of the following month using Form CP39. Non-residents are subject to a
flat 30% withholding rate on employment income.
Payroll system with EPF SOCSO PCB
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