Employers in Malaysia must ensure proper SOCSO and EIS contributions for employees. This guide outlines the types of payments subject to SOCSO/EIS, including wages, allowances, bonuses, commissions, and overtime.

Unpaid leave is an absence from work without salary, typically granted for personal reasons, medical emergencies, or extended leave beyond statutory entitlements. In Malaysia, there are no fixed legal provisions for unpaid leave under the Employment Act.

ePASS (Expatriate Pass) is a digital platform in Malaysia designed to simplify the work permit application process for expatriates. This guide provides employers with an overview of the key benefits of ePASS, the typical processing time, and answers to frequently asked questions.

Domestic inquiries in Malaysia are essential for addressing allegations or disputes in the workplace. Employers must follow the correct procedures to ensure fairness and legal compliance.

If an employee is injured in a workplace accident or while commuting to work, they may be eligible for SOCSO (PERKESO) benefits under the Employment Injury Scheme.

If an employee is diagnosed with a critical illness, they may be eligible for SOCSO (PERKESO) benefits under the Invalidity Pension Scheme or Employment Injury Scheme.

SOCSO and EPF serve different purposes in Malaysia’s employment system—SOCSO provides social security protection, while EPF is a retirement savings fund. This guide explores their key differences, employer obligations, contribution rates, and why the Employment Insurance System (EIS) is crucial for financial security during unemployment.

Employers in Malaysia are required to register foreign workers with SOCSO under the Employment Injury Scheme. This guide provides a step-by-step process for registration, including the necessary documents, employer obligations, contribution rates, and the consequences of non-compliance.

The Social Security Foreign Worker Number (SSFW) is a unique identifier for foreign employees under Malaysia’s SOCSO scheme. Employers must register their foreign workers to comply with social security regulations and ensure workplace protection.

Renewing a foreign worker’s permit in Malaysia is essential to ensure compliance with immigration and labor laws. This guide provides a step-by-step process for employers, covering required documents, renewal fees, processing timelines, and common issues to avoid.