6-Month Grace Period For E-Invoicing Implementation Has Announced

Goldsoft Marketing • August 5, 2024

Businesses are given additional time to smooth out the transition to e-invoice.

6 month grace period e-invoice

On July 26, 2024, the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (IRBM) announced a six-month grace period to allow businesses to adjust to the new e-invoicing system and requirements. At the time of publication, the 1st phase of e-invoicing has officially commenced for companies with an annual turnover of more than RM100 million.

 


What is the purpose of the grace period?


1.     This allows businesses to transition to the new e-invoicing requirements without being prosecuted under Section 120 of the Income Tax Act 1967 for failure to comply with the e-invoicing provisions.


2.     It is expected that this grace period will allow taxpayers sufficient time to ensure a complete transition to an electronic invoicing system. It addresses all aspects, including system availability, seamless business operations and management changes in businesses.


3.     This allow IRBM to stabilize and optimize its system as it has received an overwhelming e-invoice submissions during the first day. It is clear that it needs more time for a stable e-invoice system throughout the country.

 


What’s Next?


1.     All activities or transactions can issue consolidated e-invoices, including self-billed e-invoices.


2.     Any transaction description must be included in the "Product or Service Description" area, and if the buyer requests an e-invoice, the seller can only issue a consolidated e-invoice instead of an e-invoice for each transaction.


3.     Taxpayers who successfully implement e-invoicing within the specified timeframe will be able to reduce their capital allowance claim period from 3 years to 2 years for the purchase of ICT equipment and computer software packages, effective from Assessment Year (AY) 2024 to 2025.

 

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Conclusion


The implementation of e-invoicing in Malaysia is a significant step forward in modernizing the tax system and improving business transactions. The 6-month grace period is a valuable and necessary time to allow businesses to adjust to these changes and ensure they can comfortably comply with the new regulations. As the e-invoice system starting to implement across the country, companies are urged to prepare for the switch to e-invoicing to fully capitalize on the advantages it brings.




Sources:

https://www.nst.com.my/business/corporate/2024/08/1085598/e-invoicing-delays-amid-over-766000-registrations-first-day

https://assets.kpmg.com/content/dam/kpmg/my/pdf/e-invoicing-irb-media-release-29-july-2024.pdf

https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2024/07/26/govt-gives-six-month-grace-period-for-e-invoice-implementation-from-aug-1

https://www.bernama.com/tv/news.php?id=2322309



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