- Mandatory E-Invoicing Implementation: The Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (IRBM) announced mandatory e-invoicing for all businesses, starting with a pilot phase on May 1, 2024, and becoming mandatory for all taxpayers by July 1, 2025. This initiative aims to ensure tax compliance and enhance business operations.
- Phased Rollout: E-invoicing will be rolled out in three phases:
- May 1, 2024: Pilot phase allowing businesses to test the system.
- August 1, 2024: Large businesses (annual turnover > MYR 100 million) must comply.
- January 1, 2025: Medium-sized businesses (annual turnover between MYR 25 million and MYR 100 million) must comply.
- July 1, 2025: All other taxpayers must adhere to e-invoicing requirements.
- E-Invoicing Requirements: Electronic invoices must be generated in XML or JSON formats and transmitted through the MyInvois portal or via an API connected to a third-party system. Digital certificates for verification and seven-year archiving of e-invoices are mandatory.
- Support and Compliance: The Malaysian Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) oversees the validation of PEPPOL access point providers to facilitate e-invoicing adoption. The IRBM provides the MyInvois portal for manual invoicing and an API for automated processing, helping businesses comply with the new regulations.
- Benefits and Challenges: E-invoicing offers benefits such as streamlined operations, improved cash flow, enhanced accuracy, better compliance, and cost savings. However, businesses may face challenges like resistance to change, technological transition, cybersecurity risks, and initial setup costs. Proper planning and choosing the right e-invoicing solution provider are essential for a smooth transition.
Source Storecove
See also
- E-Invoicing/Real Time Reporting – What can you find on VATupdate.com
- Worldwide Upcoming E-Invoicing mandates, implementations and changes – Chronological
- Collection of E-Invoicing Guides – Worldwide – VATupdate
- Join the Linkedin Group on Global E-Invoicing/E-Reporting/SAF-T Developments, click HERE
