Stamp duty waived for job contracts signed last year


PETALING JAYA: No stamp duty will be imposed for employment contracts signed before Jan 1 this year while the penalty for late stamping will also be waived for contracts signed this year, the Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) announced.

The move provides temporary relief for employers as the ­maximum penalty is RM100 or 20% of the deficient duty, whichever is higher.

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