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Professional Visit Pass
Support for eligible short-term professional assignments, training, consulting, and technical knowledge-transfer activity in Malaysia.
Best fit for
Consultants
Technical trainers
Short-term professional visitors
At a Glance
Processing Time
2-4 weeks
Validity
Up to 12 months, single or multiple entry — ESD guidance caps the PVP at 12 months with no renewal beyond that
Estimated Fees
RM50-150 government fees
Document readiness
Applicant, sponsor, company, family, and financial documents are clarified before filing to reduce avoidable delays.
Compliance first
The page avoids guaranteed approval claims and keeps timelines subject to category, sponsor readiness, and authority review.
Overview
About Professional Visit Pass
The Professional Visit Pass (PVP) is designed for foreign professionals visiting Malaysia for short-term professional activities that do not constitute local employment. This includes business consultations, technical training, knowledge transfer, audit work, quality inspections, and similar professional visits. The PVP is ideal for professionals who need to spend limited time in Malaysia without establishing local employment relationships.
Processing Time
2-4 weeks
Validity
Up to 12 months, single or multiple entry — ESD guidance caps the PVP at 12 months with no renewal beyond that
Estimated Fees
RM50-150 government fees
Eligibility
Who Qualifies for Professional Visit Pass
Foreign professionals invited by Malaysian company for specific task
Clear professional purpose (training, consulting, audit, etc.)
Ongoing employment with overseas company (preferred)
Relevant professional qualifications
No intention to seek local employment
Documentation
Required Documents
Valid passport with 18 months validity
Invitation letter from Malaysian host company
Letter from home employer confirming secondment
Detailed itinerary and scope of visit
Professional qualifications and CV
Proof of financial means
Return flight ticket
Process
Application Process
01
Step 1
Host company submits PVP application
02
Step 2
Provide supporting documentation
03
Step 3
Await Immigration Department approval
04
Step 4
Enter Malaysia with approval letter
05
Step 5
Register with Immigration upon arrival if required
Benefits
Advantages of Professional Visit Pass
Quick processing compared to Employment Pass
No local employment contract required
Covers a full short-term assignment in a single pass
Lower cost than long-term visas
Important
Restrictions & Limitations
Cannot engage in local employment
Cannot receive salary from Malaysian source
Limited to stated professional purpose
Maximum 12 months per pass; not renewable beyond that under ESD guidance
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
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