Who Does This Apply To?
📌 Note:The voluntary participation option applies only to Malaysian employees.
✅ Action Required for Employees
📤 If You Wish to Opt Out
Employees who do not wish to participate in the scheme must complete the following steps:
Log In to the SOCSO Portal
Access the SOCSO portal and select your preferred participation option.
Login to SOCSO Portal →Download the Declaration Form
After submitting your participation choice, download the Declaration Form from the SOCSO portal. Refer to page 6 of the official user guide.
Submit the Form to HR
Submit a copy of your Declaration Form to your HR Department.
✅ If You Wish to Continue
Employees who wish to remain covered under the SOCSO LINDUNG 24/7 Scheme do not need to take any action through the SOCSO Portal.
Important: Automatic Enrolment After the Deadline
Employees who do not submit an opt-out application by 31 August 2026 will be automatically enrolled in the SOCSO LINDUNG 24/7 Scheme, and contributions will continue.
💼 What HR Needs to Do
📩 SOCSO will notify employers when an employee successfully submits an opt-out application.
After receiving the employee's Declaration Form, HR should update the employee's payroll profile. For employees who opt out of the SOCSO Lindung 24/7 scheme:
This ensures the employee's SOCSO contribution is calculated according to their selected participation status.
To maintain proper employment records, HR is encouraged to request employees who choose to continue participating to sign a declaration form confirming their decision for management records.
💻 Managing the Update
in SQL Payroll
SQL Payroll makes it simple for HR teams to manage the latest SOCSO Lindung 24/7 changes. Once an employee's declaration has been received:
Keeping employee records up to date helps reduce payroll errors and supports compliance with the latest PERKESO requirements.
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Video
Navigating the Update:
Expert Software Guidance
Watch this quick video to understand the SOCSO Lindung 24/7 voluntary participation update and its exact impact on your payroll.
Learn practical tips on leveraging SQL Payroll to easily manage opt-in and opt-out records for each employee.
📋 Quick Summary
| 👤 Employee Type | 📌 Required Action |
|---|---|
| Malaysian Employees | Submit the opt-out application on or before 31 August 2026 via SOCSO Portal. |
| Foreign Workers | No action required. The compulsory SOCSO scheme remains unchanged. |
| HR Department | Update the employee's SQL Payroll profile based on the submitted Declaration Form before processing the July payroll. |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- SOCSO Lindung Faedah Portal
- 1Best System (at any SOCSO/PERKESO office)
- Liability Release Notice (Notis Pelepasan Liabiliti Skim LINDUNG 24 Jam) if the online system is unavailable
⭐ Stay Compliant with SQL Payroll
Employment regulations continue to evolve, and payroll systems need to keep pace. With SQL Payroll, HR teams can efficiently manage statutory changes, employee records, and payroll calculations — helping reduce manual work while improving payroll accuracy and compliance.
By updating employee profiles based on the latest PERKESO requirements, businesses can process payroll confidently while maintaining proper employee records.
💡 Using SQL Payroll? Simply update the employee's Non-Employment Injury Scheme setting based on the submitted Declaration Form before running your July payroll.
"Every employee now makes their own choice.
Shouldn't your payroll system keep track of it for you?"SQL Payroll