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Employment Pass (EP)

Skilled WorkerPath to PR

Work permit for foreign professionals, executives, and skilled workers in Malaysia. Categorized into EP I, EP II, and EP III based on salary and contract duration.

Duration
Up to 5 years (EP I), 2 years (EP II/III), renewable
Processing Time
2-6 weeks
Cost
MYR 360-1,000 depending on category
Requirements
  • EP I: minimum monthly salary of MYR 10,000+; EP II: MYR 5,000-9,999; EP III: MYR 3,000-4,999
  • Valid employment contract with a Malaysian company
  • Relevant qualifications (degree for EP I/II; diploma for EP III)
  • Company must justify hiring a foreign worker
  • Medical screening
Path to Permanent Residence

Can apply for Malaysian PR after 5 years of employment. PR approval is discretionary and not guaranteed.

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