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Malaysia: Local Employer EPF Rate Rises 13% → 14% on 1 October 2026

Malaysia’s employer EPF rate for local workers earning above RM 5,000 rises from 13% to 14% on 1 October 2026. Prepare payroll configurations now.

Jul 20, 2026 1 min read

India: Form 138 Q1 FY 2026-27 Due 31 July 2026

India employers must file Form 138 for Q1 FY 2026–27 by 31 July 2026. Review salary TDS reporting requirements under the Income Tax Act 2025.

Jul 20, 2026 1 min read

Mexico: Standing Monthly Cycle; Next IMSS/SUA Deadline 17 August

Mexico’s next monthly IMSS/SUA deadline is 17 August 2026 for July payroll. Review ISR, INFONAVIT, minimum wage, UMA and SBC requirements.

Jul 20, 2026 1 min read

United Kingdom: Class 1A NIC on BiKs Due Wednesday 22 July 2026

UK employers must pay 15% Class 1A NIC on 2025/26 benefits in kind electronically by 22 July 2026. Review P11D(b) totals and payment requirements.

Jul 20, 2026 1 min read

Japan: September Cutover Prep; Prefectural October Minimum Wage Review Begins

Prepare Japan payroll for the September 2026 Standard Monthly Remuneration update and the upcoming October prefectural minimum wage review cycle.

Jul 20, 2026 1 min read

South Korea: 2027 Minimum Wage Set at 10,700 Won/Hour

South Korea’s 2027 minimum wage will rise by 3.7% to KRW 10,700 per hour, effective 1 January 2027. Review the key payroll requirements.

Jul 20, 2026 2 min read

Malaysia: SKBBK / Lindung 24 Jam Opt-Out Election Window – 13 July 2026

Malaysia confirms the SKBBK Lindung 24 Jam opt-out window for local employees from 13 July to 31 August 2026. Review payroll requirements

Jul 17, 2026 2 min read

Malaysia: SKBBK / Lindung 24 Jam Opt-Out Form Now Available – 13 July 2026

Malaysia’s SKBBK Lindung 24 Jam opt-out form is now available. Review the 0.75% contribution rules and required payroll actions.

Jul 13, 2026 2 min read

Malaysia: SKBBK / Lindung 24 Jam Opt-out for Local Employees – 10 July 2026

Malaysia confirms SKBBK Lindung 24 Jam as an opt-out scheme for local employees, while coverage remains mandatory for foreign workers.

Jul 13, 2026 1 min read

Japan: 定時決定 Window Closed; September Cutover Prep

The July recalculation filing window has closed. New remuneration rates apply from September 2026, with current Health and Kaigo Insurance rates in force.

Jul 13, 2026 1 min read

USA: 1 July Cluster In Force (Oregon, DC, Alaska): Post-Cutover Verification

The 1 July 2026 wage increases are now in force. Confirm payroll updates, workplace posters, wage compression checks, and Alaska sick leave accrual.

Jul 13, 2026 1 min read

Brazil: eSocial June Competence Cycle Closes 15 July 2026

June 2026 eSocial filings are due 15 July, with DCTFWeb/FGTS due 20 July. The INSS ceiling is BRL 8,475.55, and the minimum wage is BRL 1,621.

Jul 13, 2026 1 min read