First-time Malaysian buyers get a 100% stamp-duty exemption on homes priced up to RM500,000 — on both the transfer (MOT) and the loan agreement — extended by Budget 2026 to 31 December 2027. Every current Shah Alam launch sits under that cap, so eligible buyers pay no stamp duty, a saving that often runs into five figures.
What the exemption covers
For eligible first-time buyers of a home up to RM500,000, stamp duty is waived on both the Memorandum of Transfer and the loan agreement. These are normally two of the largest upfront costs, so the exemption meaningfully lowers your cash-to-key.
The 2026 status
- Extended to 31 December 2027 under Budget 2026.
- Applies to residential property up to RM500,000 for eligible first-time Malaysian buyers.
- Earlier campaigns like i-MILIKI and the HOC have ended — but this exemption continues.
💡 All three Shah Alam launches start under RM500,000 — Sena @ Astrum (RM230k), Bayu @ Mori Park (RM250k) and Aurora Residences (RM316,300) — so they qualify.
How it fits your total costs
Combined with developer packages that often cover legal fees, the exemption means the real cash needed to buy a first home in Shah Alam is far lower than the sticker price implies. Ask us for a full cash-to-key breakdown for your chosen unit.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a stamp duty exemption in 2026?
Do Shah Alam condos qualify for the exemption?
Does the exemption cover the loan agreement too?
Has i-MILIKI ended?
See your real cash-to-key
Ask us for a full cost breakdown after the stamp-duty exemption on any Shah Alam launch.
Information is for general guidance as at 31 July 2026 and may change; eligibility depends on your circumstances. Confirm with your lawyer or bank.
Sources: Ministry of Finance — stamp duty exemption; IQI — exemption update.