Malaysia legislation

Section 3

of TOURISM TAX (AMENDMENT) ACT 2021

Section 3

Section 2 of the principal Act is amended—

(a)

by inserting after the definition of “operator” the following definition:

‘ “digital platform service provider” means any person who provides service relating to online booking accommodation premises to a tourist whether such person is in Malaysia or outside Malaysia;’; and

(b)

by inserting after the definition of “accommodation premises” the following definition:

‘ “service relating to online booking accommodation premises” means any online service relating to the booking of accommodation premises that is delivered automatically over the internet or any other electronic network;’.

Tourism Tax (Amendment)

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Amendment of section 9