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The Process of EP Application in Malaysia

Here are 3 steps to complete your Malaysia EP application.

1. Document preparation

Before starting your EP application, you need to prepare 5 necessary materials.

Full scanned colour copy of ALL passport
Scanned colour of passport photo
Copy of the Highest Educational Certificate

(certificate issue in Bangladesh, Iran, North Korea, Pakistan & the People's Republic of China (PRC) must do notarization.)

A detailed resume / CV
Position title, Duration of EP to applied, Monthly basic salary offered, current resident.

(the Immigration Department may request for an additional documents)

After done prepared document, we will issue to candidate to sign an offer letter. The signed paperwork will be sent for Stamping at the Inland Revenue Board.

2. Application process

After your EP is approved, you will receive approval letter and VDR letter, then you can start the application of Single Entry visa (SEV) through online (Attached approval letter and VDR letter when apply SEV. It will take around 7 working days). Next step, you need go to the nearest Malaysian Mission (Consulate/Embassy) as per stated in the VDR letter to collect the Single-Entry visa (SEV). Bring along the original passport, approval letter and VDR letter. This must be done within 6 months from the date on the approval letter. The (SEV) will be issued on the applicant's passport within the duration stated in the Embassy.

If you are already in Malaysia, you are required to exit (apply SEV by following step 2 above) and re-enter Malaysia.

If the SEV application is failed, it required applicant(s) to visit Malaysia Embassy in their country. (For Manual process via Embassy its can take up to few weeks. still subject to the embassy.)

Applicant(s) can then travel to Malaysia within the validity period of the SEV.

3. Endorsement Process

After you entered Malaysia, it is neccessary to furnish the required documents for the endorsement process.

Send colour scan copy of entry stamp & Single Entry visa (if any)
Original passport and go to immigration for sticker printing

Conclusion

Above are the 3 steps of Malaysia EP application, from ducument preparation to endorsement process. Remoly has a very professional team which is ready to offer you assistance to your EP application. You can contact us for more information.

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Reference Sources

Korn Ferry — Future of Work / Talent Crunch Research
World Bank — Ease of Doing Business Reports
International Labour Organization (ILO) — Global Employment Trends
Local Government and Labor Ministry Publications (country-specific)

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Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional advice. Employment laws and regulations vary by jurisdiction and are subject to change. For specific guidance on your situation, please consult with a qualified legal professional or contact Remoly.

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