🇲🇾 Stamp Act 1949 • Solicitors’ Remuneration Order 2023

Malaysia Stamp Duty & Legal Fees Calculator

Calculate your exact property transfer stamp duty (Memorandum of Transfer - MOT: 1% to 4%), loan agreement stamp duty (0.5%), and legal conveyancing fees under SRO 2023 in Malaysian Ringgit (MYR).

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Property & Financing Details

RM
Total Closing Fees (Stamp Duty + Legal)
RM 26,085.00
MOT: RM 13,500.00 | Legal: RM 7,750.00 | Loan Duty: RM 2,925.00

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Frequently Asked Questions (Statutory FAQs)

What are the tiered stamp duty rates for property transfer (MOT) in Malaysia?

Under the Stamp Act 1949: First RM 100,000: 1%; RM 100,001 to RM 500,000: 2%; RM 500,001 to RM 1,000,000: 3%; Amount exceeding RM 1,000,000: 4%.

How are legal conveyancing fees calculated under SRO 2023?

Under the Solicitors Remuneration Order 2023 (SRO 2023): First RM 500,000: 1.25% (subject to a minimum of RM 500); Next RM 7,000,000 (RM 500,001 to RM 7,500,000): 1.00%.

What is the stamp duty on housing loan agreements in Malaysia?

Loan agreement stamp duty is charged at a flat rate of 0.50% (RM 5 per RM 1,000) of the total loan financing amount.

Are first-time homebuyers exempt from stamp duty in Malaysia?

Yes. First-time Malaysian homebuyers purchasing residential properties priced up to RM 500,000 enjoy 100% full stamp duty exemption on both the MOT and loan agreement under statutory government homeownership orders.

Is Service Tax (SST) charged on legal conveyancing fees?

Yes. Legal fees charged by law firms are subject to statutory 8% Service Tax (SST) on professional legal services.