Beginning October 1, 2025, Malaysia’s Employees Provident Fund (EPF) will require all employers to register and contribute on behalf of non-Malaysian citizen employees under a new mandatory coverage policy. This move marks a significant shift in Malaysia’s social protection framework, extending retirement savings benefits to foreign workers for the first time.
Who Is Affected?
The new requirement applies to:
- All non-Malaysian citizen employees under the age of 75
- Individuals holding a valid employment pass (excluding domestic workers) issued by the Immigration Department of Malaysia
Key Contribution Details
- Effective Date: Wages earned from October 2025 (contribution due by November 15, 2025)
- Contribution Rate: 2% each from both Employer and Foreign Employee
- Payment Deadline: Contributions must be paid on or before the 15th of the following month
- Currency: Contributions must be made in Malaysian Ringgit (MYR), rounded to the nearest whole number
Compliance
The EPF is currently streamlining its systems to support:
- Automatic registration of eligible foreign employees
- Real-time status notifications for employers
- A centralized online portal for registration, contribution tracking, and compliance resources
Employers must ensure their companies are registered with the EPF and are encouraged to begin preparations early to ensure a smooth transition
Erickson Insights & Analysis
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