Freedom Score

Thailand to Malaysia: tax & freedom compared

How does Malaysia score against Thailand? The Freedom Score weighs six dimensions, built on primary government sources.

Net per month€1,467
Per year vs. Thailand+€844

0% foreign income tax · MM2H visa · Asian hub

Tax

100/100

Residency

80/100

Cost of living

85/100

Living environment

65/100

Mobility

59/100

Ownership

85/100

Compared by dimension

On an average Thailand income of €18,000 gross per year, you keep €17,600 net in Malaysia: a difference of €844 per year compared with Thailand.

  • Tax: on this income Malaysia lands at an effective rate of about 2%, against 7% in Thailand.
  • Passport and mobility: from Malaysia you travel visa-free to 180 countries.
  • Residency: on our accessibility scale Malaysia scores 80 out of 100 for obtaining residency.
  • Living environment: banking, internet, safety and healthcare together give Malaysia a living-environment score of 65 out of 100.

Frequently asked questions

How much do I save by moving from Thailand to Malaysia?
On an average Thailand income it differs by roughly €844 net per year. Your own figure depends on your income and situation; calculate it with the free freedom check.
Is this tax advice?
No. Libaros compares on the basis of primary government sources and provides information. For personal decisions, consult a qualified adviser.
What sources is this based on?
The Freedom Score uses the OECD Tax Database, IATA Timatic, the Henley Visa Index and Eurostat, with direct links to primary government sources.
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Figures from primary government sources. Information, not advice.

Sources

OECD Tax Database · IATA Timatic · Henley Visa Index · Eurostat