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Employment Pass — Work pass for expatriates
The work pass issued to expatriates hired by a company in Malaysia, handled by the Immigration Department's Expatriate Services Division (ESD).
The form is downloaded and submitted on the authority's website.
What this form is for
- Allow an expatriate to work in Malaysia for a local company. The expatriate post must first be approved by the relevant agency, then the Immigration Department issues the pass.
- The ESD portal also handles related passes: the Dependant Pass for family members, the Long-Term Social Visit Pass and the Professional Visit Pass.
Documents to have ready
- Your valid passport and a photo meeting ESD requirements (an online checking tool is available)
- The items on the Immigration Department's "Required Documents" list
- From the employer: the company's registration with ESD and the approval of the expatriate post
Where to send it
The employer applies: the company first registers with ESD, then submits the application through ESD Online. You can check the application status on the same portal.
Our tips
- Always download the latest version from the official site.
- Keep a copy of what you send, with the date you sent it.
The information on this page is general. If in doubt, the official source prevails.