TAX ADVISORY

Stamp Duty Advisory

Structuring and reviewing transactions to reduce stamp duty costs

Stamp duty planning & transaction review


Stamp duty is often an overlooked cost in business transactions, yet it can significantly affect deal economics.

The self-assessment system for stamp duty will be introduced in phases on 1 January 2026, 1 January 2027 and 1 January 2028. With the 2025 Stamp Duty Audit Framework now in effect, businesses must ensure that instruments and agreements are properly structured and documented. We help you identify exemptions, assess duty implications and structure transactions to legally reduce this burden.

Our advisory not only lowers costs but also ensures compliance during audits.

Our services include


  • Stamp duty impact analysis
  • Transaction structuring to minimise stamp duty
  • Review of instruments and agreements

How can we help?

Contact us to learn more about how our experienced tax specialists can help solve your biggest tax problems and uncover new opportunities.

Understanding RPGT and Stamp Duty in the Self-Assessment Era

Stay ahead of Malaysia’s shift to the self-assessment system for Real Property Gains Tax and Stamp Duty.

Learn what the changes mean for property owners, investors and businesses, and discover practical steps to ensure accurate filings while maximising tax efficiency.

Read now

Related services

Accounting advisory

Complexity is our specialty. Work with teams that understand all facets of your accounting needs – from complex reporting requirements to strategic transactions to finance transformation.

Explore more

ESG services

Sustainability is our focus. Partner with experts offering tailored ESG solutions, from strategy to compliance and reporting to helping your business meet its goals and drive value.

Explore more

Family office

Preserve and grow family wealth. Our tailored solutions ensure smooth succession, tax efficiency and alignment with your values.

Explore more

Accounting advisory

Complexity is our specialty. Work with teams that understand all facets of your accounting needs – from complex reporting requirements to strategic transactions to finance transformation.

Explore more

ESG services

Sustainability is our focus. Partner with experts offering tailored ESG solutions, from strategy to compliance and reporting to helping your business meet its goals and drive value.

Explore more

Family office

Preserve and grow family wealth. Our tailored solutions ensure smooth succession, tax efficiency and alignment with your values.

Explore more

Our latest thinking and news

loading gif
Businessman signing and stamping official document at desk, concept of legal contract approval, authorization or business agreement confirmation in corporate office background. stamp approval
BREAKING NEWS!!! - Six-Month Stamp Duty Penalty Amnesty
IRBM grants a six-month stamp duty penalty amnesty from 1 Jan 2026 to 30 Jun 2026 for unstamped instruments.
The inscription Stamp Duty made of wooden cubes on a plain background
Redefining Compliance: Stamp Duty under Malaysia’s Self-Assessment Regime
Key changes to Malaysia’s stamp duty under the self-assessment regime effective 1 January 2026, including compliance risks, audits and penalties.
tax
Key “Tax-Aways” for the Year 2025
Key Malaysia tax updates for 2025 covering corporate, individual, payroll, transfer pricing and indirect tax changes.
Businessman signing and stamping official document at desk, concept of legal contract approval, authorization or business agreement confirmation in corporate office background. stamp approval
BREAKING NEWS!!! - Six-Month Stamp Duty Penalty Amnesty
IRBM grants a six-month stamp duty penalty amnesty from 1 Jan 2026 to 30 Jun 2026 for unstamped instruments.
The inscription Stamp Duty made of wooden cubes on a plain background
Redefining Compliance: Stamp Duty under Malaysia’s Self-Assessment Regime
Key changes to Malaysia’s stamp duty under the self-assessment regime effective 1 January 2026, including compliance risks, audits and penalties.
tax
Key “Tax-Aways” for the Year 2025
Key Malaysia tax updates for 2025 covering corporate, individual, payroll, transfer pricing and indirect tax changes.

We are here to help

Working together we can help you successfully adapt and overcome the challenges you may face, both today and in the future.
Foo Meng Huei
Meng Huei Foo
Head of TaxKuala Lumpur
Chong Mun Yew
Mun Yew Chong
Partner, TaxKuala Lumpur