Understanding Audit Fees in Malaysia: A Professional Guide

While the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) originally issued Recommended Practice Guide (RPG) 7 to standardize audit fees, the guide was formally withdrawn from their website to comply with the Competition Act 2010.

Despite this, the RPG 7 remains the industry benchmark. It helps ensure that audit firms can maintain high professional standards without succumbing to “price wars” that might compromise the quality and integrity of your financial oversight.

Why Quality Auditing Matters

Audit fees have evolved to reflect several modern business realities:

  • Increased Compliance: Higher international auditing standards require more rigorous testing.

  • Rising Operational Costs: The complexity of modern business increases the resources required for a thorough audit.

  • Professional Integrity: Fair pricing ensures your auditors have the time and expertise to provide a truly reliable service.

How Audit Fees are Calculated

Fees are generally determined by the size and activity of your business. Below are the two primary methods used to establish a baseline fee.

A. Based on Gross Turnover or Total Assets

This is the most common metric for active trading companies.

Asset/Turnover Range (RM)RateCumulative Fee (RM)
Dormant CompanyMinimum Fee800
First 100,0001.000%1,000
Next 150,0000.438%1,657
Next 250,0000.313%2,440
Next 500,0000.188%3,380
Next 1.5 Million0.125%5,255
Next 2.5 Million0.100%7,755
Next 5.0 Million0.094%12,455
Next 10.0 Million0.100%22,455
Above 20 MillionNegotiable> 22,455
B. Based on Total Operating Expenditure

Used primarily for organizations where expenditure is the better reflection of activity.

Operating Expenditure (RM)RateCumulative Fee (RM)
Dormant CompanyMinimum Fee800
First 50,0002.500%1,250
Next 150,0001.250%3,125
Next 800,0000.625%8,125
Next 1.0 Million0.250%10,625
Above 2.0 MillionNegotiable> 10,625

Note: All fees are subject to prevailing Service Tax.

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