Guides
Malaysian HR and statutory payroll, explained
Plain-language guides to the statutory side of employing people in Malaysia: EPF, SOCSO, EIS, PCB, leave under the Employment Act, the EA form, and the HRD Corp levy. Written for owners and HR admins who have to get it right, not for tax specialists.
General guidance only, not legal or tax advice. The official schedules from KWSP, PERKESO, LHDN and HRD Corp always prevail.
EPF
EPF contribution rates in Malaysia, explained for employers
Orbit HR explains Malaysia's EPF schedule, employer and employee shares, the RM5,000 threshold and treatment from age 60.
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SOCSO and EIS contributions in Malaysia, explained
Orbit HR explains SOCSO categories, contribution bands, the RM6,000 wage ceiling and EIS shares for Malaysian employers.
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PCB (MTD) monthly tax deduction in Malaysia, explained
Orbit HR explains PCB, LHDN's computerised method, reliefs, year-to-date figures, bonuses and monthly CP39 submission.
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Leave entitlement under the Employment Act 1955
Annual leave tiers by years of service, sick leave and the hospitalisation cap, maternity and paternity leave, and why gazetted public holidays differ by state.
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The EA form and your year-end obligations in Malaysia
Orbit HR explains the EA form, the end-of-February timing and Malaysian employer duties for Form E and CP8D at year end.
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The HRD Corp levy in Malaysia, explained
Orbit HR explains HRD Corp registration thresholds, levy rates and how Malaysian employers claim approved training costs.
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