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Announcement: SST Expansion on Unit Trust Investments
Effective 1 October 2025, unit trust investment services will be subject to 8% Sales and Service Tax (SST) as part of the Malaysia’s expanded SST framework.
We remain committed to transparency and compliance, and all affected charges will be clearly reflected in your statements.
For further information, please contact:
Client Services: 03-2778 1000
Email: cs.my@eastspring.com
Sales and Service Tax (SST) is a consumption tax in Malaysia, comprising Sales Tax on goods and Service Tax on specific services. As part of the SST Expansion, financial services—including unit trust investments—are now subject to SST starting 1 October 2025.
The applicable SST rate is 8%, and it will be borne by investors on eligible service fees.
SST applies to selected charges including:
- Sales charges on unit trust subscriptions
Dividend distributions and tax penalties are not subject to SST.
For example, if you invest RM5,000 with a 5% sales charge:
- SST on the sales charge would be RM18.98
- Your net investment amount would be RM4,743.83
Yes, if a fee (e.g. sales charge) is imposed during the switch. No SST applies if switching between funds without fees.
Yes, SST applies to all investors investing in unit trusts in Malaysia, including foreigners.
Yes, SST paid will be refunded if you exercise your cooling-off rights.
