{"id":18199,"date":"2022-03-15T20:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-03-15T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.comparehero.my\/blog\/uncategorized\/income-tax-how-to.html"},"modified":"2026-03-26T15:59:44","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T07:59:44","slug":"income-tax-how-to","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.comparehero.my\/blog\/tax-planning\/income-tax-how-to.html","title":{"rendered":"How To File Your Income Tax In 2022"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It\u2019s tax season and there\u2019s no running away from it. Although some may not earn enough to be required to pay income tax, it\u2019s still mandatory for all of us to file them.<\/p> \n

With different forms, exceptions, and rules, filing your income tax can be tricky and anxiety-inducing for most of us. But fret not, we\u2019ve got you covered with this quick guide to filing your taxes online or your nearest LHDN branch. Let\u2019s get down to business!<\/p> \n

So, how do I file my tax returns?<\/b><\/h2> \n

Register under e-Daftar<\/h3> \n

If this is your very first time, you\u2019ll first need to register with LHDN. If you plan to do this manually, you can visit your LHDN branch<\/strong> and they will guide you accordingly. However, if you want to file your taxes online, follow the steps below.<\/p> \n

Step 1<\/strong>: Visit this link<\/a> and fill in all the required fields. But before that, click on the link that says \u2018Please Check Your Income Tax No. First\u2019 at the top of the page to ensure that you have not already not registered previously.<\/p> \n

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Step 2<\/strong>: Once you\u2019ve filled in all the necessary details, double-check the information and click \u2018Hantar\/Submit\u2019. <\/p> \n

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Note<\/strong>: If you have not attached the required documents such a copy of your MyKad at this point, you can still submit your application, but you\u2019ll need to send in the documents within 14 days of the application. After 14 days, your application will expire and you\u2019ll need to make a new one.<\/em><\/p> \n

Step 3<\/strong>: You\u2019ll then see a page with your tax reference number and LHDN branch<\/strong>. Note these down for reference. A message stating that your application has been received will be displayed. Within 3 working days, you\u2019ll get an e-mail from LHDN stating that you have been registered, and you will receive your tax number.<\/p> \n

Now that you\u2019re registered with LHDN, the next thing you need is a PIN.<\/p> \n

Obtain PIN from LHDN<\/h3> \n

You can get your PIN at an LHDN branch or online. If you\u2019d like to retrieve it online, head over to the LHDN Maklum Balas Pelanggan<\/a> (Customer Feedback) website. <\/p> \n

Step 1<\/strong>: Click on \u2018Permohonan\u2019 or \u2018Application\u2019 (depending on your chosen language).<\/p> \n

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Step 2<\/strong>: Click on \u2018e-Filing PIN Number Application\u2019 on the left, and then click on \u2018Form CP55D\u2019.<\/p> \n

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Step 3<\/strong>: Download a copy of the form and fill in your details<\/p> \n

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Step 4<\/strong>: Go back to the previous page and click on \u2018Next\u2019.<\/p> \n

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Step 5<\/strong>: Fill in the required details and attach your Form CP55D. Click \u2018Submit\u2019 when you\u2019re done. You will then receive your PIN from LHDN within a week.<\/p> \n

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Login to ezHasil<\/h3> \n

You\u2019re just a few steps away from doing your taxes now! ezHasil is where you\u2019ll be doing your e-Filing, and you can click here<\/a> to begin.<\/p> \n

Note<\/strong>: Have your EA form ready<\/strong>. Your EA form will be provided by your employer and it will contain the details of how much income you\u2019ll need to declare as an employee. Each company will issue a separate EA form, so if you have worked for more than one company in one year, you will have to have an individual EA form for each. We will show you how to fill up your tax form if you have more than one EA form later in the guide. <\/em><\/p> \n

Step 1<\/strong>: For first time ezHasil users, you\u2019ll need to click on \u2018First Time Login\u2019.<\/p> \n

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Step 2<\/strong>: Enter your PIN from LHDN and ID number.<\/p> \n

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You\u2019ll then need to fill up a simple form with your particulars and a new password which you\u2019ll use for future logins. Double-check your information and click \u2018Submit\u2019. Voila, you\u2019re all set! Head back to the ezHasil login page to start filing your tax returns.<\/p> \n

Note<\/strong>: As you\u2019re logging in, ensure that the security phrase<\/strong> you see is correct.<\/em><\/p> \n

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Declaring taxes using ezHasil<\/h3> \n

Step 1<\/strong>: Once you\u2019ve logged in, click on \u2018e-Form\u2019 under \u2018e-Filing\u2019.<\/p> \n

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Step 2<\/strong>: Under e-BE, select the Year of Assessment:<\/p> \n

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Step 3<\/strong>: Confirm your particulars on the next page and click \u2018Next\u2019.<\/p> \n

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Step 4<\/strong>: Confirm your other particulars such as your contact details and fill in whichever is applicable to you. <\/p> \n

If you didn\u2019t sell any property in 2021, select \u2018No\u2019 under \u2018Disposal of asset under the Real Property Gain Tax 1976\u2019. If you did, select \u2018Yes\u2019, and then select a relevant answer for \u2018Disposal declared to LHDN\u2019. <\/p> \n

In the second half of the page, you can declare any special incentives<\/b> that you have received. Some examples are: prize money won as a professional athlete, pension given to a judge, or incentives given to Malaysia Airlines pilots\/cabin crew.<\/p> \n

You can see the full list here<\/a>.<\/p> \n

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Step 5<\/strong>: This is where you declare all the income you\u2019ve earned in the previous year. Now, if you\u2019ve worked for more than one employer, enter the number of companies you\u2019ve worked for in the \u2018Number of employer\u2019 column<\/strong>. Enter the total income you\u2019ve received<\/strong> from your company\/companies after EPF deductions<\/strong> in the \u2018Statutory income from employment\u2019 column<\/strong>.<\/p> \n

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Step 6<\/strong>: On this page, you can claim the reliefs and exemptions that we mentioned earlier. You may refer to that section to see what you can claim this year. But what\u2019s great is that this section of your e-Form will already show you the maximum amount you can claim for each item. Be sure to input the exact amount you spent and only claim for what\u2019s applicable to you.<\/p> \n

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Step 7<\/strong>: You\u2019ll be shown a summary of how much income you\u2019ve declared, all the reliefs and exemptions you\u2019re claiming, and how much tax you\u2019ll be paying. Click \u2018Next\u2019 after confirming the details.<\/p> \n

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Step 8<\/strong>: This is the final step. Once you\u2019re sure all the information you\u2019ve entered is correct, click \u2018Sign and Submit\u2019. Congratulations, you\u2019ve just successfully filed your tax returns! You\u2019ll be able to download a copy of your e-Form for your safekeeping.<\/p> \n

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Can I amend my tax form if I made an error?<\/h2> \n

Realised you declared a wrong amount only after you submitted your form? Good news: you\u2019re allowed to fix it. However, how you can make these changes depends on whether you filled in your form online or manually, or whether you amend them before or after the submission deadline<\/strong>.<\/p> \n

Online:<\/p> \n

Login to ezHasil and click on \u2018e-Application for Amended BE\u2019 and follow the instructions shown accordingly.<\/p> \n

Manually: <\/p> \n

For amendments made before the submission date<\/strong>, you only need to submit a letter explaining what the changes are<\/strong> together with relevant proof<\/strong> such as receipts, bills and so on. <\/p> \n

For amendments that are made after the deadline<\/strong>, you must make them within 6 months of that deadline by filling up an Amended Return Form<\/strong>. This can be done online or through the LHDN branch that keeps your tax file.<\/p> \n

According to LHDN\u2019s website<\/a>, you can use the Amended Return Form to make changes on your tax form for the following items:<\/p> \n