Where/how is permission obtained when required, and under what important circumstances can a stay be extended or changed?
Use the applicable channel: MIDA-sector applications use MES through Xpats Gateway, while the general PVP-Expert page names ESD and obtain approval before entry, using a VDR or, for visa-exempt nationals, the approval letter. The framework has a maximum twelve-month period; holders must leave at programme or pass expiry except for extension applications, and must return home after the twelve-month period. Sabah and Sarawak applications go through their state committee. No permanent-residence progression is stated. For ESD online rejections, the current appeal deadline is fourteen days from committee rejection; MIDA describes a separate notification and resubmission process. For a host actually within the MIDA delegated channel, the published diagram separates Xpats Gateway, applicable JTK/PERKESO approval, MIDA committee decision and final Immigration approval. The diagram does not make MIDA universal or require a fresh labour approval for every renewal.
See recorded sources
Limits of the record- Confirm the host sector and competent processing channel. General pass limits do not establish host-change or renewal entitlement.
- PVP-Expert requirements and checklist
Professional Visitor Pass-Expert applications must be submitted online through the portal website
- PVP-Expert requirements and checklist
https://esd.imi.gov.my/portal/
- PVP-Expert requirements and checklist
Applicants for the Professional Visitor Pass-Expert must enter after obtaining pass approval using a Visa With Reference (VDR) or an approval letter for countries that do not require a visa.
- PVP-Expert requirements and checklist
The Immigration Department of Malaysia is responsible for processing Professional Visitor Pass-Expert applications from government agencies and private companies to bring in foreign technical experts (Technical Expert) to undertake employment under the Professional Visitor Pass (PVP) for a maximum period of 12 months.
- PVP-Expert requirements and checklist
Professional Visitor Pass-Expert holders must leave the country after the program or the authorized pass duration expires, except for extension applications.
- PVP-Expert requirements and checklist
Professional Visitor Pass-Expert holders whose 12-month approval period has expired must leave the country (return home).
- PVP-Expert requirements and checklist
Professional Visitor Pass-Expert applications for the states of Sabah and Sarawak are evaluated through a Committee designated by the respective state.
- June 2026 PVP procedures E-F
E. EFFECTIVE DATE OF APPLICATION
All applications for PVP received by MIDA will be evaluated through MIDA Expatriate
System via Xpats Gateway System.
F. APPLICATION PROCEDURES
1. Sponsor Registration - Malaysian sponsors (companies registered in Malaysia)
must register on the InvestMalaysia Portal if they have not already done so
(Appendix 1).
Online Application Submission - Application should be made by Malaysian
sponsors online through MIDA Expatriate System via Xpats Gateway
System. Applications must be submitted prior to the applicant's entry into the
country.
2. Requirements – The sponsors must submit the application with complete
information and upload all required documents based on the checklist.
Any incomplete applications will not be considered and the sponsoring
company may resubmit the application with the requested information.
3. Client Charter - processed within 15 working days (including Immigration
work process), subject to application completeness.
4. Approval and Issuance - company will receive the digital approval notification
for the PVP application and is responsible for applying for a visa either through
the Malaysian Embassy/High Commission, Consulate General, or via eVisa (for
countries that require a visa).
5. Entry to Malaysia - The technical experts should only enter Malaysia after PVP
approval to avoid complications and violations of the Immigration regulations.
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6. The final approval and PVP endorsement are subject to the requirements and
conditions of The Immigration Act 1959/1963.
7. Processing Fees (exclude 8% SST):
a) MIDA – RM1,200.00 is applicable for each PVP application;
b) Immigration Department – RM180.00/RM360.00 (pass issuance) + visa
fee (range between RM6.00 – RM50.00).
- MIDA June 2026 FAQ D6
6. Can a company appeal if a Yes. Please refer to A. General Information (No.13)
PVP application is rejected?
- MIDA June 2026 FAQ A13
13 If my application is Yes. For rejected applications, the company may reapply by
rejected, am I allowed to notifying MIDA's Industry Talent Management and Expatriate
reapply? Division through the following channels:
• Telephone: +603-2267 3633 / 3607
• Email: expatriate@mida.gov.my
Upon notification, MIDA will allow the company to resubmit its
application in accordance with the procedures outlined in A.
General Information (No. 3).
Please note that resubmitted applications will be evaluated by
MIDA and treated as appeal cases. The final consideration is
under the purview of the Director General of the Immigration
Department of Malaysia.
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As at 1 June 2026
No Questions Answers
- ESD revised appeal guidelines effective 15 May 2026
Effective 15 May 2026, the following revised conditions apply to online appeal submissions for rejected Employment Pass (EP) and Professional Visit Pass (PVP) applications via the ESD online system:
Important Appeal Submission Guidelines
Appeals must be submitted within fourteen (14) days from the date of rejection at the Expatriate Committee Meeting.
The appeal facility will only be accessible within this 14-day period.
Once an appeal is initiated, the application fee is non-refundable.
Appeals submitted after the 14-day period will not be accepted by the system.
This revision supersedes the previous appeal submission timeline of six (6) months.
Companies are advised to ensure that all supporting documents and justifications are complete prior to submission, as incomplete or late appeals will not be considered.
- Appendix1 visual box labels; left-to-right arrows
PROCESS FLOW FOR PROFESSIONAL VISIT PASS (PVP) APPLICATION
MIDA EXPATRIATE SYSTEM (MES) STRUCTURE
Xpats
Gateway
System
JTK/
PERKESO
Submission for new
or renewal JTK/
PERKESO approval
Submission of
Expatriate
Application
JTPDPS
Committee in
MIDA
Application Decision
Immigration
Approval
