Puspakom Introduces TIN Requirement Today: MyKad Sufficient for Private Individuals

Puspokom has come forward to clarify that the deployment of e-invoicing and the implementation of the Tax Identification Number (TIN) are aligned with the national requirements mandated by the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (LHDN).

This initiative aims to streamline tax compliance processes across the country. TIN is the same as the individual tax file number. For companies, their TIN is equivalent to their company tax file number typically used for tax filing purposes.

To assist customers with this transition, Puspokom will implement the requirement of TIN starting today, July 25, 2024. This early implementation aims to ensure a smooth transition and compliance ahead of the official deadline and to address any issues that may arise.

Mahmood Razak Bahman, CEO of Puspokom , assures customers that the implementation of e-invoicing and TIN will not cause any delays or longer queues at Puspakom inspection centres.

"The process of collecting the TIN is seamlessly integrated into the online booking stage through the MyPUSPAKOM website, rather than during the inspection itself. Customers only need to update their TIN details on MyPUSPAKOM once, and future bookings will proceed as usual," added Mahmood.

For individual private customers and non-taxpayers, a TIN is not required to make inspection bookings with Puspokom. Their MyKad (NRIC) is sufficient for booking purposes.

The process of obtaining a TIN for those who require it can be completed online at www.mytax.hasil.gov.my. This includes foreigners as well as individuals who are not registered taxpayers.