Part-Time Work

Tax Guide for Part-Time & Side Income

Complete guide to declaring and calculating tax on part-time income, side hustles, and gig work in Malaysia.

Calculate Your Tax

Important: ALL part-time income MUST be declared even if the amount is small!

Who Needs to Pay Tax?

If your total income (main salary + part-time) exceeds:

RM37,333 /year

(After 11% EPF deduction)

Important Tips

Must Declare All Income

Including part-time, side jobs, and all additional income. LHDN can check your bank records.

Keep Income Proof

Keep payslips, invoices, or payment receipts for all part-time work.

Claim Related Expenses

If you have expenses related to your part-time work, you can claim them to reduce taxable income.

Which Tax Form to Use?

Form BE

Employment Income Only

If your part-time work is paid via salary/wages with EA form

Form B

Business/Freelance Income

If you receive invoiced payments, commissions, or project-based income

Note: If you have BOTH employment income AND business/freelance income, use Form B to declare everything.

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