🇲🇾 Malaysia · Employer-sponsored work
Employment Pass — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €1,074 |
| Minimum annual salary | €12,658 (≈ MYR 240,000 · FX 2026-06-22) |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 60 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://esd.imi.gov.my/portal/latest-news/announcement/announcement-266-ep-salary-policy-2026/.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €1,074.
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.
“Category III | Current Minimum Salary RM3,000 - RM4,999 | Revised Minimum Salary (Effective 1 June 2026) RM5,000 - RM9,999 ... Category I ... RM20,000 and above”
“anúncio da política salarial do Employment Pass; silente sobre residência permanente”
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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.