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HRDF GUIDE
2D1N HRDF Claimable Team Building Malaysia
Can you claim HRDF for an overnight team building retreat? Yes — but only if the programme is structured correctly. Many 2D1N packages include recreational time that is NOT claimable. This guide explains exactly which parts of a 2D1N programme qualify, how to structure the itinerary for maximum reimbursement, and which providers deliver compliant overnight formats.
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Which Parts of a 2D1N Programme Are Claimable?
| Component | Claimable? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Structured training session (with debrief) | Yes | Must have learning objectives + TTT trainer |
| Facilitated team activities (with structured debrief) | Yes | Activity must link to a defined skill outcome |
| Trainer/facilitator fees | Yes | Trainer must hold TTT cert |
| Training materials + equipment | Yes | Itemise on invoice separately |
| Accommodation | Partial | Only if venue is the training site |
| Meals during training hours | Partial | Working meals only, not dinner banquets |
| Free-and-easy time | No | Recreational time not reimbursable |
| BBQ dinner / bonfire | No | Social events not training |
| Transport (bus) | Partial | Only to/from training venue, not sightseeing |
Sample HRDF-Compliant 2D1N Itinerary
Day 1 (claimable: 6 hours)
- 9:00 AM — Arrive at resort, registration
- 9:30 AM — Opening briefing + learning objectives presentation (claimable)
- 10:00 AM — Structured team activity #1 with debrief (claimable)
- 12:30 PM — Working lunch (claimable)
- 1:30 PM — Structured workshop session (claimable)
- 3:30 PM — Tea break
- 4:00 PM — Structured team activity #2 with debrief (claimable)
- 6:00 PM — End of training day
- 7:30 PM — Dinner (NOT claimable — social/recreational)
Day 2 (claimable: 4 hours)
- 8:00 AM — Breakfast
- 9:00 AM — Reflection + action planning workshop (claimable)
- 10:30 AM — Final team challenge with debrief (claimable)
- 12:00 PM — Closing ceremony + certificates (claimable)
- 1:00 PM — Lunch + depart
Pricing for HRDF-Compliant 2D1N Programmes
- Budget (outdoor camp): RM 400–600/pax — training fee RM 200–300, accommodation RM 100–150, meals RM 100
- Mid-tier (resort): RM 600–900/pax — training fee RM 300–450, resort RM 200–300, meals RM 100–150
- Premium (5-star hotel): RM 900–1,500/pax — training fee RM 400–600, hotel RM 400–700, meals RM 150–200
Typical HRDF reimbursement: 60–100% of training fee component (RM 200–600 back per pax).
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