Complete Guide to Downloading Malaysian Tax Forms (LHDN)

Need to download Malaysian tax forms but not sure where to start? Whether you're filing taxes online or manually, understanding which forms you need and how to download them correctly can save hours of frustration.

This complete guide walks you through downloading every type of LHDN (Lembaga Hasil Dalam Negeri) tax form you might need, from the common EA form to specialized business returns.

Understanding Malaysian Tax Forms

Before downloading forms, it's helpful to understand which ones you need.

Most Common Forms for Individuals

Form EA (Statement of Remuneration from Employment)

• Provided by your employer
• Shows your employment income, EPF, and tax deducted (PCB/MTD)
• You don't download this - your employer gives it to you by February 28

Form BE (Individual Tax Return)

• For individuals with employment income only
• Most salaried employees file this form
• Available through e-Filing (don't need to download)

Form B (Individual Tax Return for Business/Professional Income)

• For self-employed, sole proprietors, partnerships
• Business income, rental income, or professional fees
• More complex than Form BE

Business Forms

Form C (Company Tax Return)

• For Sdn Bhd and other companies
• Corporate tax filing
• Requires audited accounts

Form E (Partnership/Hindu Joint Family Return)

• For business partnerships
• Filed separately from individual partner returns

Form P (Tax Estimate for Companies)

• Quarterly tax estimation
• For companies paying installment taxes

Form CP204 (Tax Deduction Notification)

• Notifies contractors of tax deduction on payments
• Required for certain business payments

Method 1: Downloading from LHDN e-Filing Portal

The official e-Filing system provides most forms digitally and is the primary method for tax filing in Malaysia.

Step-by-Step: Access e-Filing

Step 1: Visit the LHDN e-Filing website

Go to: mytax.hasil.gov.my

Make sure you're on the official LHDN website (look for "hasil.gov.my" in the URL).

Step 2: Log in with your credentials

You'll need:

• Income Tax Number (also called Income Tax Reference Number)
• e-Filing PIN (6-8 digits)

Don't have these yet? You'll need to register for e-Filing first.

Step 3: Navigate to the Forms section

After logging in:

• Click on "e-Filing"
• Select your form type (usually Form BE for individuals)
• Choose the Year of Assessment (e.g., YA 2024 for income earned in 2024)

Step 4: Fill or download

You can either:

• Fill the form online directly (recommended)
• Download a PDF version for manual completion

Pro tip: Filling online is much easier - the system auto-calculates tax and validates your input.

Downloading Your Form EA

Your Form EA isn't downloaded from LHDN - your employer must provide it.

How to get your EA form:

1. From employer directly - Most companies email it or provide through payroll portal by February 28
2. Via e-Filing portal - Some employers submit directly to LHDN; you can view it in your e-Filing account under "e-Form"
3. Request from HR - If you haven't received it by early March, contact your HR department

If you worked for multiple employers: You'll receive one EA form from each employer. All must be included in your tax filing.

Pro tip: CukaiMax can automatically fetch your EA form from e-Filing and import all the data - no manual entry needed.

Downloading Previous Year Returns

Need to view or download your past tax returns?

Steps:

1. Log in to e-Filing
2. Click "Requested Form"
3. Select Year of Assessment
4. Click "View" or "Print"
5. Save as PDF

Useful for:

• Applying for loans (banks often request past 2-3 years)
• Reference for this year's filing
• LHDN audit documentation

Method 2: Downloading from LHDN Main Website

For forms not available in e-Filing or if you need blank templates.

Step-by-Step: LHDN Website Forms

Step 1: Visit LHDN's main website

Go to: www.hasil.gov.my

Step 2: Navigate to Forms section

• Click "Borang" (Forms) in the main menu
• Or go directly to: hasil.gov.my/en/forms-residents/

Step 3: Select your form category

Choose from:

• Individual forms (Form BE, Form B, etc.)
• Company forms (Form C, Form P, etc.)
• Withholding tax forms (CP37, CP38, etc.)
• Other tax forms

Step 4: Download the PDF

Forms are available in:

• PDF format (fillable)
• Excel format (some forms)
• Both Bahasa Malaysia and English

Step 5: Save and complete

Save to your computer and fill using Adobe Reader or print to complete manually.

Method 3: MyTax Mobile App

LHDN's official mobile app provides access to tax forms and filing on your smartphone.

Downloading via MyTax App

Step 1: Download the app

Available on:

• Google Play Store (Android)
• Apple App Store (iOS)

Search: "LHDN MyTax" or "HASiL MyTax"

Step 2: Log in

Use the same credentials as e-Filing:

• Income Tax Number
• e-Filing PIN

Step 3: Access forms

• Tap "e-Filing"
• Select your form type
• Choose Year of Assessment
• View or download

Limitations:

• Smaller screen makes complex forms difficult
• Better for viewing than completing
• Great for checking tax status on the go

Pro tip: Use the app to check your tax refund status, but complete actual filing on a computer for better experience.

Common Malaysian Tax Forms Explained

For Individuals

For Employers/Businesses

How to Fill Downloaded Forms Correctly

Once you've downloaded forms, filling them correctly is crucial.

Digital Forms (PDF)

Best practices:

1. Use Adobe Reader - Other PDF readers may not save form data properly
2. Save frequently - Don't lose your work
3. Enable all fields - Some fields only appear when prerequisites are met
4. Validate before printing - Use built-in validation if available

Paper Forms (Manual Filling)

If filling manually:

1. Use black ink only - Required for scanning
2. Write clearly in CAPITAL LETTERS - Prevents misreading
3. Don't leave blanks - Write "0" or "N/A" as appropriate
4. Make copies - Keep one for your records before submitting

Common Mistakes When Downloading/Using Forms

❌ Mistake #1: Downloading the Wrong Year

Each form is specific to a Year of Assessment (YA). Make sure you're downloading the correct year.

Example: For income earned in 2024, you need YA 2024 forms (filed in 2025).

How to avoid it: Always check the "Year of Assessment" clearly stated on the form.

❌ Mistake #2: Using Outdated Form Versions

LHDN updates forms annually. Old versions may be rejected.

How to avoid it: Always download fresh forms from LHDN's official website when you're ready to file.

❌ Mistake #3: Downloading When You Should File Online

Many people download forms thinking they need to print and mail them. For most individual taxpayers, online e-Filing is mandatory.

Who MUST e-File:

• All individuals with employment income
• Anyone with internet access
• Sole proprietors and partnerships (Form B/E)

Who can file manually:

• Seniors 60+ without internet access
• Special circumstances with LHDN approval

❌ Mistake #4: Not Keeping Digital Copies

After filing, many people don't save copies of completed forms.

How to avoid it: Always download and save a PDF of your submitted return. You'll need it for:

• Loan applications
• Next year's reference
• LHDN audits (up to 7 years)

❌ Mistake #5: Downloading Forms You Don't Need

Some people download every form "just in case."

How to avoid it: Use our form selection guide above. Most individuals only need Form BE (available through e-Filing - no download required).

Troubleshooting Common Download Issues

Issue: "Cannot Download Form EA from e-Filing"

Solution: You don't download your EA from LHDN - your employer provides it. If your employer submitted it digitally, you can VIEW it in e-Filing under "e-Form," but you don't need to download it to file your taxes.

Issue: "Downloaded Form Won't Open"

Solutions:

1. Update Adobe Reader to the latest version
2. Check that download completed (file size should be reasonable)
3. Try different browser
4. Download again (may have been corrupted)

Issue: "Form Fields Won't Save"

Solution: Must use Adobe Reader (not Preview on Mac or browser PDF viewer). Download the form to your computer first, then open with Adobe Reader.

Issue: "e-Filing Login Not Working"

Solutions:

1. Verify Income Tax Number (check old returns or LHDN letter)
2. Reset PIN through "Forgot PIN" function
3. Clear browser cache and cookies
4. Try different browser
5. Contact LHDN Hasil Care Line: 03-8911 1000

Issue: "Downloaded Wrong Form Type"

Solution:

• Employment income only? → Form BE
• Business/self-employed income? → Form B
• Company? → Form C

When in doubt, use LHDN's online form selector tool in e-Filing.

Alternative: Let Software Handle Forms for You

Downloading and filling forms manually is time-consuming. Modern tax software eliminates this hassle.

How CukaiMax Handles Forms

Instead of downloading forms:

1. Track expenses year-round - Snap receipts as you spend
2. Review in February - CukaiMax organizes everything
3. Auto-populate - All data flows directly into the correct form fields
4. One-click submit - Information goes straight to LHDN e-Filing

Benefits:

• No form downloads needed
• No manual data entry
• Automatic validation before submission
• All receipts stored securely for LHDN compliance

Most CukaiMax users complete their entire tax filing in 10-15 minutes - no form downloads, no manual calculations.

When You DO Need to Download Forms

Despite e-Filing being the norm, there are times you need downloaded forms:

✓ Reference purposes - Understanding what information you'll need

✓ Planning ahead - See next year's requirements early

✓ Business compliance - Some corporate forms require manual submission

✓ Audit documentation - Printed copies for LHDN audit responses

✓ Third-party requirements - Banks, immigration, visa applications

✓ Prior year amendments - Correcting mistakes in past filings

✓ Special circumstances - Deceased estates, departing residents

Quick Reference: Where to Get Each Form

Step-by-Step: First Time Filing

If you're filing for the first time and unsure about forms:

For Employees:

✅ Step 1: Get Form EA from employer (by Feb 28)

✅ Step 2: Register for e-Filing (if not done)

✅ Step 3: Log in to e-Filing

✅ Step 4: Select Form BE for your Year of Assessment

✅ Step 5: Fill online (system guides you)

✅ Step 6: Submit electronically

No forms to download! It's all done online.

For Business Owners:

✅ Step 1: Organize all business income and expense records

✅ Step 2: Consider using CukaiMax for automatic categorization

✅ Step 3: Log in to e-Filing

✅ Step 4: Select Form B

✅ Step 5: Complete all sections (or have accountant do it)

✅ Step 6: Submit electronically

Again, no manual form downloads needed for most cases.

Make Tax Forms Irrelevant

The truth is, for most Malaysians, you don't need to download tax forms at all. Here's why:

e-Filing handles everything digitally:

• Forms are built into the system
• Data auto-populates from previous years
• Validation happens automatically
• Submission is instant

Tax software makes it even easier:

• CukaiMax tracks reliefs all year
• Organizes receipts automatically
• Fills forms for you
• One-click submission to e-Filing

Time comparison:

• Download + manual fill + submit: 3-4 hours
• Direct e-Filing: 1-2 hours
• CukaiMax → e-Filing: 10-15 minutes

The best tax form is the one you never have to touch.

Action Plan: Getting the Forms You Need

✅ Step 1: Identify if you truly need to download forms (most don't)

✅ Step 2: If you're an employee, get Form EA from employer

✅ Step 3: Register for e-Filing if you haven't already

✅ Step 4: For reference, visit LHDN website and browse available forms

✅ Step 5: Bookmark e-Filing portal: mytax.hasil.gov.my

✅ Step 6: Consider tax software (CukaiMax) to avoid manual form handling entirely

✅ Step 7: File early (before March) for faster refunds

The Bottom Line

Downloading Malaysian tax forms is straightforward:

• Form EA: From your employer
• Form BE: Through e-Filing (file online, don't download)
• Form B: e-Filing or LHDN website if needed
• Other forms: LHDN website (hasil.gov.my)

For most individual taxpayers, you won't need to download anything - e-Filing handles forms digitally. And if you use tax software like CukaiMax, the system handles all forms automatically, letting you focus on maximizing your refund instead of wrestling with paperwork.

The era of downloading, printing, and mailing tax forms is largely over in Malaysia. Embrace digital filing and save yourself hours of frustration.

This article is accurate as of January 2025. Tax laws and LHDN procedures may change. Visit hasil.gov.my for the most current information.