Employment Pass

PR pathway

Malaysia · EP

Employer-sponsored pass for skilled professionals. From 1 June 2026 the salary floors rose sharply: Category III RM 5,000 a month (RM 7,000 in manufacturing), Category II RM 10,000-19,999, Category I RM 20,000+.

Job offer requiredDegree required
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4 wk - 10 wk
Processing time
typical decision
$610
Government fee
per applicant
$14,500
Minimum salary
per year
70/100
Popularity
route volume

Eligibility requirements

  • Job offer from a Malaysian employer
  • Basic salary of at least RM 5,000 a month (Category III, up to 5 years with one employer)
  • Relevant qualifications/experience

Who this route suits

EngineerIT SpecialistManagerAcademic

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