Tax reliefs
Legal deductions that reduce chargeable income.
Common reliefs include the individual relief, EPF and life insurance/takaful, lifestyle items and qualifying education or medical claims. First-home loan interest relief can reach RM7,000 or RM5,000 a year in the qualifying window.
Why it matters
Reliefs reduce the income on which progressive tax is calculated.
Quick tip
Claim only eligible items and keep the supporting records.