Seller guide · Perlis
Selling your property in Perlis
What you receive depends on the agent fee, legal fee, Real Property Gains Tax and what is still owed to the bank. This guide sets out each cost, the usual timeline and the recorded prices in Perlis, so you can price with evidence.
Seller costs
What comes off the sale price
| Cost | Typical amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Agent fee | Up to 3% plus 8% SST | Maximum allowed by the Board of Valuers, Appraisers, Estate Agents and Property Managers; agreed in writing. |
| Your lawyer’s fee | 1.25% of the first RM500,000, 1% of the next RM7 million, plus SST | Solicitors’ Remuneration Order 2023; minimum RM500. |
| RPGT | 0% to 30% of the gain | Depends on how long you have owned it; see below. |
| Loan redemption | Outstanding loan plus any early settlement fee | Check your loan’s lock-in period. |
| Outstanding bills | Maintenance, sinking fund, quit rent, assessment | Settled or apportioned to completion. |
Tax
RPGT: how long you have owned it matters
| Year of disposal | Citizen or PR | Malaysian company | Foreigner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Within 3 years | 30% | 30% | 30% |
| 4th year | 20% | 20% | 30% |
| 5th year | 15% | 15% | 30% |
| 6th year onwards | 0% | 10% | 10% |
Real Property Gains Tax on the chargeable gain. Individuals also get an exemption of RM10,000 or 10% of the gain, whichever is higher.
At the SPA the buyer’s lawyer holds back 3% of the price (7% if the seller is not a Malaysian citizen or PR) and pays it to LHDN towards your RPGT. You file the RPGT return within 60 days of the SPA; any balance is refunded.
Perlis rules
What applies to foreign buyers and sellers in Perlis
State rules as summarised on the Perlis property page; confirm the current position with your lawyer before you sign.
Minimum price: RM500,000 (sources differ)
iProperty (Feb 2026), PropertyGuru (May 2026) and HousingWatch (2026) give RM500,000 for both strata and landed homes. Low & Partners’ table gives RM1 million. We found no official Perlis guideline online, so confirm with a Perlis lawyer.
State Authority consent
Every purchase by a non-citizen or foreign company needs State Authority consent, applied for through your lawyer at the Perlis Land and Mines Office (PTG Perlis).
Application fee: RM500 per title
Perlis Land Rules 2024, Schedule item 80, in force from 1 January 2025.
Ownership fee: 5% of the JPPH valuation
For residential, commercial and agricultural land, per title (item 81). It is worked out on the government valuation, not your price. Industrial land pays a flat RM5,000 (individual) or RM20,000 (company).
8% stamp duty on homes from 1 January 2026
Federal rule: transfers of residential property to non-citizens and foreign companies (not permanent residents) pay a flat 8% stamp duty, up from 4%.
Land law: National Land Code
Perlis is a Peninsular state, so the National Land Code 1965 applies; the Perlis Land Rules 2024 are made under it.
Price evidence
What units sell for in Perlis
Recorded transactions for projects on this site, as cited on each project page. A price set on evidence sells faster than one set on portal asking prices.
| Project | Figure | Source and date |
|---|---|---|
| Taman Hijrah 5 | RM260,000 · about RM197 psf, 9 Aug 2025 Taman Hijrah terrace, 1,320 sq ft | irumah.co, viewed Oct 2026 |
Transacted figures from EdgeProp, Brickz or NAPIC as cited on each project page.
Timeline
Steps to sell
- Valuation and pricing (1–3 days): recorded prices, an asking price and the agent fee agreed in writing.
- Marketing and viewings (typically 1–3 months, depending on price and condition).
- Offer and earnest deposit (2–3%) from a buyer whose loan eligibility has been checked.
- SPA signed within about 14 days; the buyer pays the balance of the 10% deposit and the RPGT retention is held.
- Completion usually 3 months from the SPA or state consent, plus a 1-month extension if needed; your loan is redeemed and the balance released.
Straight answers
Frequently asked questions
How much RPGT do I pay if I sell in Perlis?
RPGT is a federal tax and the same in every state: 30% of the gain within three years, then 20%, 15% and 0% for Malaysian individuals from the sixth year. Foreigners pay 30% within five years and 10% after.
How long does it take to sell a property in Perlis?
Marketing usually takes one to three months for a well-priced unit, then about three months from the SPA to completion, longer if the buyer needs state consent.
Can a foreign owner sell to another foreigner?
Yes, if the buyer meets the Perlis rules for foreign buyers (Minimum price: RM500,000 (sources differ)) and obtains state consent; check any minimum holding period in the state rules above.
Should I sell or rent out?
It depends on your loan, the rent the unit can achieve, how long you have owned it (RPGT) and whether you need the cash. Jason can compare both for your unit.
General information by a registered agent, not legal or tax advice. Rates as published for 2026; your lawyer and LHDN have the final figure. Checked October 2026.
What is your Perlis property worth?
Send the project and unit size. I reply with recorded prices for similar units, a realistic asking price and what you would receive after costs.