🇲🇾 Malaysia · Employer-sponsored work

Professional Visit Pass — requirements, costs & how to apply

Official source Updated 2026-06-24 · Government page ↗

Who is eligible

Job offerRequired
Employer sponsorRequired

Costs

Application / consular fee€276

Duration & renewal

Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.

Who can apply

Open to all nationalities.

How to apply

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://esd.imi.gov.my/portal/expatriates/myxpats/key-services/professional-visit-pass/.

Frequently asked

Does this visa lead to permanent residence?

No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.

Sources & verification

Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.

No direct PR path

“... on behalf of an overseas company on a temporary basis, for up to 12 months. ... No longer than 12 months per issuance ... Expatriates may only work for the company named in the Professional Visit Pass”

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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.

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