Announced in Budget 2027
Gig Worker Income and Protection Package 2027
RM160 million package; SOCSO matching of 35% to 70%
From 2027, a RM160 million package shared by the government and Grab raises the minimum income rate for e-hailing and delivery workers and helps with vehicle, insurance and SOCSO costs. The government also matches part of SOCSO contributions.
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Check my eligibilityWho Qualifies
E-hailing drivers and delivery (p-hailing) riders get 35% SOCSO matching, or 50% if their platform also contributes. Self-employed people in 17 non-mandatory sectors get 70% matching, for 200,000 people. BSN and Agrobank offer RM270 million in financing for gig workers to start a business or buy a first home.
Other conditions: E-hailing driver, delivery rider or self-employed in a covered sector.
How to Apply
Expected through SOCSO, the platform companies, BSN and Agrobank.
History
- Budget 2027New
Checked on 13 October 2026
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