Salary & Benefits
SOCSO contribution — what it actually covers
by Ruslan Nordin·January 2, 2026
Covers employment injury, permanent disability, and dependants in case of death. Also covers occupational diseases.
by Ruslan Nordin·January 2, 2026
Covers employment injury, permanent disability, and dependants in case of death. Also covers occupational diseases.
SOCSO invalidity scheme is almost never talked about. Worth knowing if you are in a physically demanding field.
Self-employed people should voluntarily contribute to SOCSO as well. The protection for minimal cost is worth it.