Updated May 6th 2025

Malaysia - Employer of Record (EOR)

Learn what you need to expand your business and hire compliantly in Malaysia while simplifying HR processes with Justworks EOR.

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Quick Facts on Hiring in Malaysia

Everything you need to know about hiring in Malaysia at a glance.

. million

Population

Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)

Currency

Kuala Lumpur

Capital city

Malay

Languages

. billion (USD)

GDP

Public Holidays

. million

Population

Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)

Currency

Kuala Lumpur

Capital city

Malay

Languages

. billion (USD)

GDP

Public Holidays

Grow Your Team in Malaysia with Justworks EOR

Expanding your team in Malaysia doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Justworks simplifies hiring and managing employees with expert guidance and local support — without the cost or complexity of setting up a local entity.

With Justworks, you can:

  • Handle payroll, contracts, and statutory benefits seamlessly

  • Manage payroll taxes, deductions, and key HR processes with ease

  • Support employees from onboarding to offboarding

  • Streamline global expansion while saving time and resources

Whether you’re looking for payroll, HR compliance, or end-to-end support, Justworks is here to help simplify your growth.

Here’s What You Should Know Before Hiring in Malaysia

Compensation & Benefits

Employers in Malaysia must contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) (12–13%), Social Security Organization (SOCSO) (1.25%), Employment Insurance System (EIS) (0.2%), and, if applicable, the Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF) (1%). They must also withhold income tax, which varies by income.

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Hiring in Malaysia with an EOR

Ready to start hiring talent in Malaysia with Justworks? Here’s how you can expect the process to look: 

  1. You’ve found the perfect new hire in Malaysia

  2. Partner with Justworks EOR to bring them on

  3. Start the onboarding process for employees, including enrollment in local benefits and pension contributions

  4. Manage ongoing tasks such as payroll, benefits administration, compliance, and other HR operations specific to Malaysia

Hiring in Malaysia might seem overwhelming, but Justworks is here to offer tailored support.

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Insights Into the Malaysia Hiring Market

This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, legal or tax advice. If you have any legal or tax questions regarding this content or related issues, then you should consult with your professional legal or tax advisor.
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  • Pay all employees from a single platform
  • Access local employee benefits
  • International compliance support
  • Time Tracking & PTO reporting

Ready to Hire Confidently in Malaysia?

Justworks makes building your global team seamless by helping you hire and onboard talent in Malaysia and beyond. Save yourself the time and hassle of international hiring today.

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