In order to obtain a work permit, the passport should have a remaining validity of at least 18 months. The foreign national coming to Malaysia to work must be 27 years and above (exception in IT sector, where required minimum age is 23). The work permits are usually issued for periods between 6 months and 5 years.
Depending on the type of job and skills, different working passes are issued when obtaining a work permit.
Employment Pass - This pass is issued to employees with specific skills, usually for technical or manegerial jobs. The minimum period is usually 2 years.
Temporary Employment Pass - Issued for employment for less then 2 years or for jobs with a monthly salary less than RM 5000.
Professional Visit Pass - Issued to foreign nationals who remain employed by the company in the home country but are required by a Malaysian company to provide certain services for a period up to 6 months.
