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When will my tax refund arrive?
Short answer: under LHDN's Client Charter, refunds are processed within 30 working days after a return is submitted by e-Filing, and 90 working days for returns sent by post or by hand — provided the information in the return is correct and complete.
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Why you get a refund
PCB is deducted every month from an estimate. When your annual return counts all your reliefs — lifestyle, medical, insurance, children — the real tax is often lower, and the difference is paid back.
How to get it faster
- File by e-Filing — 30 working days versus 90 for paper forms.
- Make sure the bank account number you enter in the return is correct.
- Fill in every relief accurately and keep the receipts — incomplete information can trigger a review.
Still nothing after that period?
LHDN advises taxpayers to contact the HASiL office handling their file if there is no response after the periods above.
Estimate your refund now
ListBelanja's PCB calculator and tax calculator compare the PCB deducted with your real YA2026 tax — you know the estimated refund before you file.
Official source
- LHDN — Overpaid tax — refund timelines in the Client Charter
Frequently asked questions
How long does an e-Filing tax refund take?
30 working days after the return is submitted by e-Filing, under LHDN's Client Charter — provided the information in the return is correct and complete.
Why is my refund late?
Usually because the form was sent on paper, the bank or relief details were incomplete, or the return was picked for review. Contact the HASiL office handling your file if the charter period has passed.
Is a tax refund counted as income?
No. A refund is your own tax that was over-deducted — it is returned to you, not new income.