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Professional Visit Pass in Malaysia
Essential pass for foreigners working on short-term projects and students joining training/internship programs in Malaysia.
About the Professional Visit Pass Malaysia
The Professional Visit Pass (PVP) is issued to foreign individuals possessing specialized professional qualifications or skills. It allows them to engage in work or practical training with a Malaysian organization on behalf of an overseas entity for a temporary period.
Moore Bzi’s professional services assist employers in navigating the application process correctly, facilitating a seamless experience for foreign talents associated with any company.
Validity:
- 12 months maximum with no extensions allowed
- 6 months for those attending training
- PVP can only be applied once in a lifetime
Eligibility
Professional Visit Pass Malaysia Eligibility
Foreign Artist (Filming and Performance)
- Stage artist (singing, music, dance, theatre, acrobatics, circus, etc.)
- Filming (in Malaysia, but with an overseas company)
- Producing (filming)
- Performance (in hotels, cultural centers, stadiums, etc.)
- Expert in arts management and screen-related arts
Islamic Missionary
- Islamic Teacher
- Al-Quran Teacher
- Arabic Teacher
Other Religious Workers
- Gurukkal
- Granthi
- Priest
- Guru Dharma
- Religious musicians & sculptors
Others
- International students attending religious courses studies with the Malaysia Bible Seminary
- Government officials travelling for official purposes (government to government program/governmental purposes)
- Jockey expert
- Volunteer
- International student under a mobility program or industrial training
Required Documents for a Professional Visit Pass Malaysia
When arriving in Malaysia, you must meet certain requirements depending on your career:
a. Passport (a minimum of 6 months of validity from the time you intend to enter). A complete copy of your passport.
b. Passport-size picture of yourself.
c. Malaysia visa application forms (IMM. 12 and IMM. 38).
d. Letter of offer from Malaysian company/institution (your sponsor), including the reason for your employment/training.
e. A copy of your sponsor’s company profile (if applicable).
f. If you’re an international student, additional documents may be required.
g. If you are a religious missionary: Letter of approval from the Department Of Religion and the Islamic Religious Department.
h. If you are a Chinese citizen: Bank guarantee/personal security bond.
Keep in mind: This is not an exhaustive list of requirements. You and your sponsor should enquire with the Immigration Department of Malaysia regarding the full list of documents your sponsor must submit with the Professional Visit Pass application.
Professional Visit Pass Malaysia Application Process
1. Fill out the application.
2. Have a sponsor (the company/institution you’ll be working/training in) submit the application before your arrival in Malaysia.
3. Submit your Professional Visit Pass application to the Malaysian Federal Government Administrative Centre (Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration Department) in Putrajaya.
Only related to the filming industry:
1. Submit the application to the Central Agency for Filming and Performance by Foreign Artistes (PUSPAL) who will work with the Immigration Department to issue an approval.
2. Approval letter from FINAS (National Film Development Corporation Malaysia).
Why Choose Moore Bzi for Malaysian Professional Visit Pass Applications?
Having accumulated almost 20 years of expertise, we possess in-depth knowledge of the legal and application procedures in Malaysia. This proficiency enables companies and foreign employees in obtaining proper legal approvals to conduct their operations in compliance with Malaysian laws and regulations, ensuring a secure and lawful environment.
