Applying for a Work Visa in Malaysia

From the viewpoint of protecting local employment, the hurdles for foreign nationals to apply for work visas are increasing year by year. It is more difficult to obtain a work visa for jobs where there are many locals already working in the occupation, or for jobs that the government considers can be done by locals.

First of all, the applicant must have experience and skills that are beneficial to Malaysia. The applicant’s resume must be convincing enough to convince the immigration officials that he or she has the right skills and experience to benefit Malaysia.

Also, in some industries, foreigners may not be able to obtain a visa unless they employ more local staff than foreign nationals. However, the content of this rule changes frequently, so it is up to the immigration office to make a decision at that time.

Other rules also change frequently. For example, it is interesting to note that the two required photographs for a visa application may not be accepted because the color of the background may change from blue to white before you know it, and the color designation may change from blue to white. Therefore, it is always necessary to check for the latest information.

The visa can take as early as less than one month (you can check the status online at any time), or as long as six months, or it can be rejected. Basically, you will receive a 2-year visa, but recently things have become a bit stricter, and depending on your education and experience, you may only receive a 1-year visa.

In addition to the above points, what is necessary for a smooth visa application process is the skill of a visa application agent and connections with the government. If you try to obtain a visa on your own, it will take a lot of time and effort, and there is a very high possibility that you will not be able to obtain a visa. The key is to find a good visa application agent.