Short-term assistance for those left vulnerable


THE Employment Insurance System (EIS) Bill is going back to Parliament this month.

This is after discussions with stakeholders reached a consensus that the contribution rates will be reduced from the initial 0.5% of monthly wages each from employers and employees.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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