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Domestic tourism entrance fees YA2026: RM1,000 limit — what qualifies?

Tickets to museums, zoos, theme parks, national parks and cultural shows — up to RM1,000.

YA2026

RM1,000

YA2027 (Proposed)

RM1,000

What qualifies?

  • Entrance fees to tourist attractions: museums, zoos, theme parks, national parks, marine parks, geoparks.
  • Tickets to cultural and arts programmes.
  • New for YA2026; Budget 2027 proposes extending it to YA2027.

Tips

  • A year-end theme-park trip or show can be claimed.
  • Entrance fees only — not hotels or transport.

Records to keep

Ticket receipts or e-tickets.

What’s changing

  • YA2026: New for YA2026 (Visit Malaysia Year 2026).
  • YA2027: Extended for one more year to YA2027.

How much tax does the full RM1,000 save?

Single, no bonus, basic reliefs only. Tax saved ≈ amount claimed × your marginal rate.

Monthly salary Marginal rate Tax saved
RM4,000 3% RM30
RM6,000 11% RM110
RM8,000 19% RM190
RM10,000 25% RM250
RM15,000 25% RM250
RM20,000 25% RM250

FAQ

What is the limit for domestic tourism entrance fees?

YA2026: RM1,000. YA2027 (proposed): RM1,000.

What records do I keep for domestic tourism entrance fees?

Ticket receipts or e-tickets. LHDN can ask for them within 7 years.

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