SKBBK (Lindung 24 Jam) is No Longer Mandatory for Local Employees

Modified on Fri, 10 Jul at 9:09 AM

Overview

The Malaysian Government has announced that contributions to the Skim Kemalangan Bukan Bencana Kerja (SKBBK) / Lindung 24 Jam are no longer mandatory for local employees. The scheme is now voluntary with immediate effect following the Cabinet's decision.

However, foreign employees are not affected by this change. SKBBK contributions remain mandatory for foreign workers in accordance with the existing regulations.

What Has Changed?

Employee Category	SKBBK Status
Local Employees (Malaysian Citizens & Permanent Residents)	Voluntary (No longer mandatory)
Foreign Employees	Mandatory

Effective Date

The change takes effect immediately following the Government's announcement on 9 July 2026.

What Should Employers Do?

Local Employees
- Employers are no longer required to deduct SKBBK contributions automatically.
- Since the scheme is now voluntary, employers should wait for PERKESO's detailed implementation guidelines before processing voluntary participation, if applicable.
Foreign Employees
- Continue deducting and submitting SKBBK contributions as required under the existing PERKESO regulations.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Is SKBBK cancelled?

No. The scheme has not been abolished. It has only changed from mandatory to voluntary for local employees. It remains mandatory for foreign employees.

2. Does this affect existing PERKESO (SOCSO) contributions?

No. This change only affects the SKBBK (Lindung 24 Jam) contribution. Other mandatory PERKESO contributions continue to apply according to existing legislation.

3. Should employers stop deducting SKBBK for local employees immediately?

Yes. As the Government has announced that SKBBK is now voluntary for local employees, employers should no longer treat the contribution as mandatory. Employers should also monitor further announcements from PERKESO regarding the operational process for voluntary participation.

Note

For the latest information on the Skim Kemalangan Bukan Bencana Kerja (Lindung 24 Jam), including eligibility, contribution rates, benefits, and implementation updates, please refer to the official PERKESO website:

PERKESO – Skim Kemalangan Bukan Bencana Kerja (Lindung 24 Jam)
https://perkeso.gov.my/skim-kemalangan-bukan-bencana-kerja-lindung-24-jam.html

PERKESO is expected to release additional guidance regarding the implementation mechanism and voluntary enrolment process for local employees. Employers are advised to stay updated with the latest announcements before implementing any voluntary SKBBK contribution process.