Malaysia VAT calculator 2026
Add or remove 8% VAT for Malaysia.
- Net (excl. VAT)
- MYRย 100.00
- VAT
- MYRย 8.00
- Gross (incl. VAT)
- MYRย 108.00
How VAT works in Malaysia
The standard VAT rate in Malaysia is 8%, applied to most goods and services. For example, adding VAT to a net price of MYRย 100.00 adds MYRย 8.00 in tax for a gross price of MYRย 108.00; removing VAT from MYRย 108.00 gives back the MYRย 100.00 net price. Malaysia also applies reduced rates of 6% to certain categories such as food, books or medicine.
| Rate type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Standard rate | 8% |
| Reduced rate | 6% |
Frequently asked questions
What is the VAT rate in Malaysia?
The standard VAT rate in Malaysia is 8%. Reduced rates may apply to specific goods and services.
How do I remove VAT from a gross price?
Switch to remove mode and enter the gross amount. We divide it by 1 plus the VAT rate to get the net price.
How do I add VAT to a net price?
Use add mode and enter the net amount. We multiply it by 1 plus the VAT rate to get the gross price including VAT.
Are reduced VAT rates included?
The calculator uses the standard rate of 8% by default. Many countries apply reduced rates to food, books or medicine, so check the rate for your specific category.
Is the VAT rate up to date?
We use the current standard rate for Malaysia (8%). Rates change only when the law changes, and we update them when that happens.
Approximate 2026 estimate. Simplified model, verify before relying on it. Not tax advice.
Rates updated June 2026