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"name": "How can I get a work visa for Malaysia?",
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"text": "To get a work visa for Malaysia, you must first obtain a job offer from an employer in Malaysia, along with approval from the Malaysian Immigration Department. Once you have secured a job, your employer in Malaysia will apply for a work permit on your behalf and submit the requirements to the Malaysian Immigration Department for approval."
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"name": "Can I get a job in Malaysia from India?",
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"text": "Yes, you can get a job in Malaysia from India. The country has a huge demand for skilled Indian professionals in top sectors such as IT, finance, and banking. However, to work in Malaysia, you must meet the required eligibility criteria and have a valid job offer from a Malaysian employer.
You can follow these steps to get a job in Malaysia from India:
Step 1: Analyze and research the job market in Malaysia.
Step 2: Assess and evaluate your skills based on your research.
Step 3: Create an updated resume that aligns with the Malaysian job market.
Step 4: Connect with industry experts and professionals in Malaysia via official job portals and websites or by attending virtual interviews or events.
Step 5: Get a job in Malaysia.
Once you have secured a job in Malaysia, your employer will apply for a work permit."
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"name": "How much money is required for a Malaysia work visa?",
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"text": "The money required for a Malaysia work visa depends on the type of work permit you are applying for. However, the Employment Pass, Malaysia's most common work permit, costs around MYR 2,000."
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"name": "Is Malaysia visa free for Indians in 2025?",
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"text": "Yes, Malaysia is visa-free for Indians until December 31, 2026. Indian nationals can visit Malaysia without a visa and stay there for 30 days. This entry program is only applicable to tourists."
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"name": "How can an Indian settle in Malaysia?",
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"text": "To settle in Malaysia as an Indian, you must apply for a PR (permanent residency). Some benefits of settling in Malaysia as an Indian include increased employment opportunities, long-term stays without renewals, education and healthcare benefits, and tax benefits.

The eligibility criteria for Malaysia PR are as follows:

Through investment: You must make a minimum investment of USD 2 million. The funds must remain in the account for at least five continuous years.
High-skilled professionals: Highly skilled professionals can apply for Malaysia PR if they have been employed in a Malaysian company for at least three years and maintain good conduct with a good employment record.
As experts with exceptional skills: Foreign nationals with extraordinary sports, academia, or business skills can apply for PR through this category.
As the spouse of a Malaysian citizen: You can qualify for PR if you are legally married to a Malaysian citizen and have been residing in the country for at least five years.
Through a points-based system: Malaysia's points-based system assesses candidates based on factors such as age, language proficiency, educational qualifications, duration of stay, investment value, etc. Individuals must score at least 65 points to qualify for Malaysia PR."
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"name": "How much is the work visa fee in Malaysia?",
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"text": "The work visa fee in Malaysia differs depending on the type of work visa you are applying for. The fee for an Employment Pass (EP) is around RM 2,000, while a Professional Visit Pass (PVP) costs around RM 800."
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"name": "Who is legally eligible to work in Malaysia?",
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"text": "Individuals who fulfill the work visa requirements are legally eligible to work in Malaysia. The requirements for a Malaysia work permit are as follows:

An original passport with at least six months of validity
A filled application form
A valid job offer from a Malaysian company or employer
Copies of recent passport-sized photographs
Educational qualifications
Proof of prior work experience
A work permit approval letter from the Malaysian Immigration Department"
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"name": "How to apply for a Malaysia work permit visa online?",
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"text": "You can apply online for a Malaysian work permit after your Malaysian employer applies for a work permit approval at the Malaysian Immigration Department.
You can follow the steps below to apply for a Malaysia work permit online:

Step 1: Secure a job offer from an employer or company in Malaysia.
Step 2: Get your employer to apply for work permit approval from the Malaysian Immigration Department.
Step 3: Arrange the work visa documents as per the checklist.
Step 4: Receive a Visa Approval Letter.
Step 5: Apply for an entry visa at the nearest Malaysian consulate or embassy.
Step 6: Arrive in Malaysia and acquire your work permit card."
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"name": "With a Malaysian work visa for Indians, can you bring your family?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
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"text": "Only those holding Employment Passes are permitted to bring their families to Malaysia. You can bring the following family members with the Malaysia Dependent’s Pass if you have an EP:
Your spouse
Children under the age of 21 who are dependent on you"
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"name": "What is the difference between an Employment Pass and a work permit in Malaysia?",
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"text": "The major difference between an Employment Pass (EP) and a work permit in Malaysia is that the Employment Pass is specifically for highly skilled foreign nationals in technical or managerial roles, whereas a work permit is an umbrella term for all the different types of work visas that allow foreigners to work in Malaysia.

The table below highlights the key differences between an Employment Pass (EP) and a work permit in Malaysia:

Factors
Employment Pass (EP)
Work Permit

Who can apply?
Highly skilled professionals
Anybody who wants to work in Malaysia

Skill Level
Requires a high level of skills with specialized expertise
Requires a wider range of skills based on the work visa type

Education & Experience
High level of education and experience
Does not require a high level of education and experience

Validity
Up to 60 months
Up to 12 months or more depending on the type of work visa"
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