Work Permits & Employment Pass

Comprehensive work permit solutions for foreign professionals

Employment Pass Categories

Choose the right Employment Pass category based on your salary and qualifications

Pass Type Min. Salary Duration Processing Time Key Requirements
EP Category I RM 10,000+ Up to 5 years 4-7 weeks University degree + relevant experience
EP Category II RM 5,000-9,999 Up to 2 years 4-6 weeks Diploma/degree + work experience
EP Category III RM 3,000-4,999 Up to 1 year 2-4 weeks Special skills or technical expertise

Employment Pass Requirements

For Employees:

  • ✓ Valid passport (min 18 months validity)
  • ✓ Academic certificates (degree/diploma)
  • ✓ Professional certificates (if applicable)
  • ✓ CV with work experience
  • ✓ Passport-sized photographs
  • ✓ Offer letter from Malaysian company

For Employers:

  • ✓ Valid ESD registration
  • ✓ Company registration documents
  • ✓ Financial statements (latest 2 years)
  • ✓ Organizational chart
  • ✓ Job description and justification
  • ✓ Proof of salary payment capability

Employment Pass Service Package

EP Application Package

RM 3,500

  • ✓ Eligibility assessment
  • ✓ Document preparation guidance
  • ✓ Application form completion
  • ✓ ESD portal submission
  • ✓ Follow-up with Immigration Dept
  • ✓ Pass collection assistance
  • ✓ 6-month support for renewals
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Temporary Employment Pass (TEP)

The Temporary Employment Pass is designed for short-term work assignments, specific projects, or emergency staffing needs. Ideal for contractors, consultants, and project-based professionals.

Key Features:

  • ✓ Validity: Up to 12 months
  • ✓ Quick processing (2-3 weeks)
  • ✓ Renewable based on project needs
  • ✓ Lower salary requirements
  • ✓ Suitable for short-term projects

Who Can Apply:

  • • Technical specialists
  • • Project consultants
  • • Emergency replacement staff
  • • Construction workers (specific trades)
  • • Seasonal workers

TEP Application Package

RM 2,800

  • ✓ Eligibility consultation
  • ✓ Document checklist & review
  • ✓ Application preparation
  • ✓ Submission to Immigration
  • ✓ Status tracking
  • ✓ Pass collection support
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Professional Visit Pass (PVP)

The Professional Visit Pass allows foreign professionals to work in Malaysia for short-term professional activities without establishing permanent employment.

Ideal For:

  • ✓ Business consultants
  • ✓ Technical trainers
  • ✓ Equipment installation specialists
  • ✓ Quality assurance auditors
  • ✓ Short-term project managers

Validity Options:

  • • Single entry: Up to 3 months
  • • Multiple entry: Up to 12 months
  • • Fast processing: 7-14 days
  • • Renewable upon application

PVP Application Package

RM 2,200

  • ✓ Purpose of visit documentation
  • ✓ Letter of undertaking preparation
  • ✓ Application form completion
  • ✓ Immigration submission
  • ✓ Pass collection assistance
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Resident Pass-Talent (RP-T)

🌟 Premium Work Pass
The RP-T offers greater flexibility and privileges for highly skilled professionals

Key Benefits:

  • ✓ Validity: Up to 10 years
  • ✓ Change employers without new pass
  • ✓ Spouse can work in Malaysia
  • ✓ Flexible job mobility
  • ✓ Pathway to PR eligibility

Eligibility Criteria:

  • • Monthly salary RM 25,000+
  • • Specialized skills in key sectors
  • • Minimum 5 years work experience
  • • Advanced degree or certifications
  • • Employed by approved companies

RP-T Application Package

RM 6,500

  • ✓ Comprehensive eligibility assessment
  • ✓ Document compilation & certification
  • ✓ Application submission to TalentCorp
  • ✓ Interview preparation (if required)
  • ✓ Follow-up and status tracking
  • ✓ Pass collection & registration
  • ✓ 12-month advisory support
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ePASS Digital Endorsement

🚀 NEW: Digital Work Pass for Tech Professionals
Streamlined digital application process launched in 2024

The ePASS is Malaysia's new digital work endorsement specifically designed for technology professionals, offering a fully digital application and approval process.

Key Features:

  • ✓ 100% digital application process
  • ✓ Fast processing (7-14 days)
  • ✓ Digital pass (no physical card needed)
  • ✓ Tech sector focus
  • ✓ Validity: Up to 3 years

Eligible Professions:

  • • Software developers
  • • Data scientists
  • • AI/ML specialists
  • • Cybersecurity professionals
  • • Digital marketing experts
  • • UX/UI designers

ePASS Application Package

RM 3,200

  • ✓ Digital platform registration
  • ✓ Profile optimization
  • ✓ Document digitization
  • ✓ Application submission
  • ✓ Status monitoring
  • ✓ Digital pass activation support
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Dependent Pass

Dependent Pass allows the spouse and children (under 21 years old) of Employment Pass holders to live in Malaysia. Spouses can also apply for permission to work.

Who Can Apply:

  • ✓ Spouse of EP holder
  • ✓ Children under 21 years old
  • ✓ Unmarried children
  • ✓ Step-children (with proof)

Requirements:

  • • Valid EP of main applicant
  • • Minimum salary: RM 10,000 (EP holder)
  • • Marriage certificate (for spouse)
  • • Birth certificates (for children)
  • • Valid passports

Spouse Work Permission

Spouses on Dependent Pass can apply for permission to work in Malaysia. We can assist with the separate work authorization application.

Dependent Pass Package

RM 2,500

(per dependent)

  • ✓ Eligibility verification
  • ✓ Document preparation
  • ✓ Application form completion
  • ✓ Immigration submission
  • ✓ Pass collection support
  • ✓ Work permission assistance (if needed)
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Employer Obligations

Important responsibilities for companies hiring foreign workers

Before Hiring:

  • ✓ Register with ESD
  • ✓ Obtain expatriate quota
  • ✓ Justify foreign worker necessity
  • ✓ Ensure salary compliance

During Employment:

  • ✓ Maintain valid ESD registration
  • ✓ Ensure pass renewals are timely
  • ✓ Report any changes to Immigration
  • ✓ Maintain proper employment records

Upon Termination:

  • ✓ Notify Immigration within 7 days
  • ✓ Cancel work pass
  • ✓ Arrange repatriation if required
  • ✓ Update ESD records