Malaysia Children Daycare Association Seeks Increase in Childcare Tax Relief
PETALING JAYA: A daycare group has called on the government to increase childcare tax relief from RM3,000 to RM5,000 in Budget 2026, to help ease the financial struggles of families.
The Malaysia Children Daycare Association has proposed that the tax relief be extended to parents who send children aged seven to 18 to care centers registered under the social welfare department. This move, according to the association, will encourage more parents to choose registered childcare centers, ensuring that children receive quality and safe care.
Current Tax Relief Limitations
The current tax relief is only applicable to parents who send children aged six and below to registered nurseries and kindergartens. According to the association’s president, Simon Ng, this limitation has resulted in many parents opting for unregistered childcare centers, which may not provide the same level of quality and safety.
Increasing Tax Relief to RM5,000
The association believes that increasing the tax relief to RM5,000 will help alleviate the financial burden on families and encourage more parents to choose registered childcare centers. By doing so, the association hopes to ensure that children receive the best possible care and education.
Petition for Change
The association is inviting parents to sign a petition to support the proposed changes. The petition can be accessed [here](here).
Conclusion
The Malaysia Children Daycare Association’s proposals aim to ensure that all children, regardless of age, receive quality and safe care. By increasing the tax relief and extending it to parents of children aged seven to 18, the association hopes to make a positive impact on the lives of families and children in Malaysia.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the current tax relief for childcare?
A: The current tax relief is RM3,000 for parents of children aged six and below who attend registered nurseries and kindergartens.
Q: What is the proposed tax relief amount?
A: The proposed tax relief is RM5,000.
Q: Who can benefit from the proposed tax relief?
A: Parents of children aged seven to 18 who attend care centers registered under the social welfare department can benefit from the proposed tax relief.
Q: How can I support the proposed changes?
A: You can sign the petition [here](here).