Citing economic concerns, the Malaysian government reversed itself and agreed to extend the work permits of more than 350,000 foreign workers who are registered under the 6P program. The government
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Global Employers Take Note: Changes to Malaysia Visitor Pass Program
By Rebecca B. Schechter ‡ on
Posted in Global Immigration
Beginning October 1, Malaysia will require e-filing for its Professional Visit Pass (PVP) applications. PVP holders may work in Malaysia for up to 12 months while remaining on foreign payroll, but they must be sponsored by a registered Malaysian company.
This filing change also applies to companies under Malaysia’s Multimedia Development Corporation (MDeC) that have MSC Malaysia status. These companies had previously been able to file PVP applications with the e-Xpats Service Center and must now register with the Expatriate Services Division (ESD).…
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Cancellation of Malaysian Employment Pass at Conclusion of Work Assignment
By Greenberg Traurig on
Posted in Visas
Employers are reminded to cancel Malaysian work permits in a timely manner upon completion of a work assignment or face possible adverse consequences, including difficulty getting new work permits for…
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