What Every Self-Employed Malaysian Needs to Know about  the Self-Employment Social Security Scheme (SESSS)

 

The self-employed economy in Malaysia is booming. Whether you’re a food delivery rider zipping through the city, a Shopee seller managing orders from home, a freelance consultant juggling clients, or even a street vendor with a daily routine, you are the heartbeat of Malaysia’s evolving workforce. But here’s the hard truth: most self-employed individuals aren’t protected when accidents happen on the job. That’s exactly why the government introduced the Self-Employment Social Security Scheme (SESSS) under SOCSO (PERKESO). And now, with new sectors being added and registration becoming mandatory for more categories by 2025–2026, it’s no longer something to ignore.Let’s break it down, what is SESSS, who needs it, and how EasyLaw can help you register stress-free.

 

What Is the Self-Employment Social Security Scheme (SESSS)?

SESSS (Skim Keselamatan Sosial Pekerjaan Sendiri) is a protection scheme under SOCSO that provides self-employed individuals with benefits like:

• Medical coverage for work-related injuries or illnesses
• Temporary or permanent disability benefits
• Funeral benefits and dependents’ support
• Rehabilitation and vocational training, if needed
   

Unlike traditional employees who are covered by their employers, self-employed workers must register themselves and bear the responsibility for their own protection.

 

Who Needs to Register?

Initially, the Self-Employment Social Security Scheme (SESSS) only applied to e-hailing drivers, but now it has expanded to cover over 20 sectors, including:

• Goods & food delivery
• Agriculture, livestock, fisheries
• Construction & manufacturing
• Creative arts & digital content
•  Household services
• Freelancers, IT professionals, consultants
• Health care & rehabilitation
• Online sellers, hawkers, and microbusiness owners
   

If you earn income independently, chances are, this applies to you.

 

 

Why It Matters Now

The government has announced that the Self-Employment Social Security Scheme (SESSS) will be mandatory across more sectors by 2025–2026. If you're self-employed and not yet registered, you risk non-compliance and missing out on vital protection.

More importantly, accidents or health issues don’t wait for deadlines.

 

Real Talk: What Happens Without Self-Employment Social Security Scheme (SESSS)?

• A rider gets into a road accident and can’t earn for 2 months, hence no income, no backup.
• A seller falls sick during peak sales season, causing the business to halt, and bills pile up.
• A freelancer faces work-related burnout and needs a break; hence, no support system in place.
   

The Self-Employment Social Security Scheme (SESSS) covers you in these moments, offering financial and medical support so you can recover without risking everything you’ve built.

 

How EasyLaw Helps

We know registering for the Self-Employment Social Security Scheme (SESSS) can be confusing, especially with the different income categories, supporting documents, and online systems. That’s why EasyLaw offers a dedicated Self-Employment Social Security Scheme (SESSS) registration service designed to help self-employed individuals register quickly and correctly. Here's how we make it simple:

• ✅ Step-by-step guidance
• ✅ Fast processing and submission
• ✅ Customised support by profession
• ✅ No confusing forms or missed deadlines
• ✅ Updates on your status—every step of the way

We’ve helped thousands of Malaysians get protected without lifting a finger beyond providing basic details.

 

Who We Help

• Riders & drivers (e-hailing, p-hailing)
• Online business owners (Shopee, TikTok Shop, Lazada)
• Freelancers (designers, content creators, consultants)
• Street hawkers & microbusinesses
• Part-time gig workers or hybrid earners
• Self-employed professionals (agents, photographers, instructors, Sole prop lawyer)
   

If you earn any income on your own, this applies to you.
 

Final Thoughts: Protect What You’ve Built

You’ve worked hard to earn your income and build your business, don’t let an accident or health issue take it all away. Whether you're on two wheels, behind a screen, or at a street stall, you deserve the same level of protection as any employee. Self-Employment Social Security Scheme (SESSS) is your safety net. EasyLaw is your shortcut to getting covered.