Salary & Benefits
Is a RM500 transport allowance taxable in Malaysia?
by Hamizah Mamat·February 8, 2026
Only the portion exceeding RM6,000/year is subject to income tax. RM500/month equals RM6,000 so it is fully exempt.
by Hamizah Mamat·February 8, 2026
Only the portion exceeding RM6,000/year is subject to income tax. RM500/month equals RM6,000 so it is fully exempt.
Meal allowance has a different threshold, RM2,400/year. Worth knowing if your employer structures it separately.
Get your full breakdown from HR in writing. Many employees do not know what parts of their allowance are taxable.