Tax reliefs · YA2025
Child 18+ in higher education tax relief — YA2025
Each unmarried child of 18 years and above receiving further education (diploma or higher in Malaysia; degree or equivalent outside Malaysia)
- YA2025 cap
- RM8,000
- Receipt needed
- No purchase receipt needed
LHDN has not published YA2026 caps yet; YA2025 caps are shown and this page updates itself as soon as the new table is out.
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Who qualifies & what counts
Unmarried child aged 18 years and above subject to the following conditions: 1. pursuing full-time higher education (excluding matriculation / pre-degree / A-Level courses) at a university, college or similar educational institution in Malaysia; or
Official source: Full conditions on LHDN's website
How to claim it with ListBelanja
- Mark this relief in the Tax tab if it applies to you.
- ListBelanja adds it to your tax calculation within the RM8,000 cap.
- At e-Filing time the value is ready in the right box with a Copy button.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Child 18+ in higher education relief cap for YA2025?
The Child 18+ in higher education relief cap for YA2025 is RM8,000, according to LHDN's official table.
Do I need to keep receipts for Child 18+ in higher education relief?
This relief doesn't depend on purchase receipts, but keep supporting documents (for example certificates, OKU cards or birth certificates) where relevant.