Tenancy Cost Calculator Malaysia
Use Tenancy Cost Calculator Malaysia to estimate the total cost of a rental agreement in Malaysia, including stamp duty payable to LHDN and estimated legal fees. This tool helps landlords and tenants understand expected costs before proceeding
For a quotation (including disbursements) and to confirm your tenancy details, please contact The Law Chambers of Gurvin.
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Tenancy Legal Fee (Scale)
- RM1,000/month and below: RM300
- Thereafter: add RM150 per RM500 increment (i.e. RM300 per RM1,000)
Stamp Duty (Tenancy)
- Annual rental = Monthly rental × 12
- First RM2,400 of annual rental is exempted
- Then every RM250 (or part thereof) of the balance is charged at:
- Less than 1 year: RM1 per RM250
- 1 to 3 years: RM2 per RM250
- Exceeding 3 years: RM4 per RM250
- Additional copy/copies: RM10 per copy
Breakdown (After Calculation)
- Monthly Rental Used: RM 0.00
- Annual Rental: RM 0.00
- Exempted Amount: RM 2,400.00
- Chargeable Balance: RM 0.00
- Rate Applied: RM 0 / RM250
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What is Tenancy Cost Calculator Malaysia
This calculator provides a quick estimate of common costs involved:
- Stamp duty payable to LHDN
- Legal fees for drafting or review
- Additional copy charges
Results are for estimation purposes only.
Is Stamp Duty Compulsory for Rental Agreements?
Yes.
Any rental agreement exceeding RM2,400 in annual rent is subject to stamp duty under Malaysian law. Even if the rental amount is below that threshold, proper documentation is still strongly recommended for enforceability.
Late stamping penalties may apply if stamping is not completed within the statutory time frame.
How is Stamp Duty Calculated in Malaysia?
Stamp duty for tenancy agreements in Malaysia is calculated based on the annual rental amount.
The Formula
Stamp Duty = RM1 for every RM250 of annual rent exceeding RM2,400
Step 1: Calculate Annual Rent
Annual Rent = Monthly Rent × 12
Example:
Monthly rent: RM2,000
Annual rent: RM2,000 × 12 = RM24,000
Step 2: Deduct RM2,400 Threshold
RM24,000 – RM2,400 = RM21,600
Step 3: Divide by RM250
RM21,600 ÷ 250 = 86.4
Rounded up = 87 units
Step 4: Multiply by RM1
Stamp Duty Payable = RM87
Important Notes
The amount is rounded up to the nearest RM250 block.
Security deposits and utility deposits are generally not subject to stamp duty.
The calculation applies per year of tenancy.
For multi-year tenancies, stamp duty is calculated based on total rental for the entire term
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