Employment pass matter

marvakmarvak · 2024-08-03T06:35:52+02:00

Discuss the legality and implications of employment passes in Malaysia for foreign job offers, with insights for job seekers navigating visa applications.

marvakmarvak New member

Member since 19 February 2017

marvakmarvakNew member03 August 2024 04:35:52

Hi everyone,

I have received a job offer in Malaysia from a company with fully foreign own company. They have appointed an agency to apply for my visa under the agency's company until the employer can register under ESD.

First of all:

Is this legal in Malaysia?

The agency is not open to discussing the company they plan to use for the application. Should I be aware of any specific issues or things to be mindful of?

Could this cause any problems for me in the future?

I would appreciate any help you can provide with these questions.

Yahya(MA) New member

Member since 05 July 2024

Yahya(MA)New member10 August 2024 19:46:46

It鈥檚 legal for an agency to apply for your visa, but your employer must eventually register with the Expatriate Services Division (ESD). But, your visa validity could be affected if procedures aren鈥檛 followed and probably your employment status might be complicated if the visa is tied to the agency.

Verify the agency鈥檚 reputation Thought!

marvakmarvak New member

Member since 19 February 2017

marvakmarvakNew member12 August 2024 03:14:52

Hi @Yahya(MA), Many thanks for your reply. I'm currently checking with the agency. As you mentioned, this could be critical for release letters, cancellations, or authorized letters.

Anyhow, I sincerely appreciate you stopping by and helping with this. It helps a lot.