2 Chinese nationals in Malaysia face US$392,000 tax bills after employer fraud

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by The StarJanuary 20, 2026 at 02:44 AM

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Two Chinese nationals working in Malaysia, Li Juan and Chen Bi Ling, face substantial income tax bills totaling approximately US$392,000 due to alleged fraud by their employer. The employer, identified as Mr. Yu, a Chinese national operating businesses in Kuchai Lama, is accused of misusing their identities and passports to file inflated salary information with the Inland Revenue Board (LHDN). Li Juan discovered the discrepancy when attempting to renew her work permit, while Chen Bi Ling found out during her spouse's visa extension. The Malaysian Chinese Association's (MCA) Public Services and Complaints Department is assisting the women, highlighting the employer's alleged practice of inflating salaries on tax returns. The incident occurred in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and came to light recently.

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Kuchai Lama 40% Kuala Lumpur 50% Malaysian Chinese Association (MCA) 60% Michael Chong ×260% China 70% Mr. Yu ×270% Li Juan ×380% Chen Bi Ling ×380% Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) ×490% Malaysia ×290%

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tax fraud 90% false salary information 80% employer fraud 80% inland revenue board 70% tax returns 60% chinese nationals 60% visa extension 50% work permit 50%

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Malaysia

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