Malaysia Records Tax Audit Success:
16.95 Billion Ringgit Additional Tax Collected

Malaysia’s Inland Revenue Board (HASiL) announced the collection of 16.95 billion Ringgit in additional taxes following comprehensive tax risk analysis conducted from January 1, 2024 to August 31, 2025. The announcement made on September 12, 2025, revealed tax non-compliance detected in 1,033 companies and 321 individuals.

A groundbreaking success has been achieved in Malaysia’s tax compliance system. In an announcement made in Cyberjaya, HASiL emphasized the effectiveness of audit and investigation processes based on analytical technology and information sources.

Voluntary Disclosure Incentives

HASiL encourages taxpayers to make voluntary disclosures in cases of non-compliance or errors in tax information. Voluntary disclosure attracts lower penalty rates compared to audit or investigation processes:

• Second disclosure within 6 months: 10% penalty
• First voluntary disclosure: 15% penalty (Income Tax Act 1967 subsection 113(2))

Detected Non-Compliance

1,033 companies: 15.20 billion RM additional tax321 individuals: 1.75 billion RM additional taxTotal: 16.95 billion RM (including penalties)

CEO Dr. Abu Tariq Jamaluddin stated that the success resulted from data-based approaches, use of cutting-edge technology, and strategic collaboration with various enforcement agencies.

Fair and Sustainable Fiscal Framework

HASiL aims to build a fairer and more resilient fiscal framework through consistent enforcement and progressive technology use, supporting long-term economic growth and public welfare.

The initiative demonstrates Malaysia’s commitment to strengthening its taxation system integrity while encouraging voluntary compliance through strategic enforcement measures.

https://www.hasil.gov.my/media/g2yekjbw/20250912-kenyataan-media-hasil-hasil-kenakan-cukai-tambahan-rm1695-bilion.pdf