DP10 Professional Visa / Employment Visa FAQ’s
What is a Professional Work Permit Visa (DP10)?
Professional Work Permit (DP 10) is an employment pass (EP) which issue by Malaysia Government for 1, 2 and up to 5 years. Professional Work Permit DP10 is for expatriate who is from another country that considered as skilled workers. The initial validity of the pass is 1 or 2 years but it can be extended.
A Company (Sdn. Bhd. i.e. Private Limited) which want to recruit foreign skilled workers under DP 10 visa require to have minimum of paid up capital of RM 250,000 – 1,000,000.
What is an Expatriate Visa / Director Visa?
It is the same as a Professional Visa (DP10) or Employment Pass Visa, used Inter-changeably. An Expatriate has a better option and and bring in spouse to stay together in Malaysia during their employment pass period.
How can I Qualify for a Professional Work Permit?
There are several agencies in Malaysia that are providing consultancy for applying professional work permits. Such Recruiting Agencies play a positive role in providing paper-work consultancy and assist you to obtain the approval of Professional DP10 Visa. Contact us (fill up the contact us form) to assist you to submit and get approval for Professional DP 10 Visa / Employment Pass Visa.
What if I don’t have Malaysian employer, can I still apply?
No, you MUST have a Malaysian employer with appointment letter in order to apply DP10 visa.
What is the minimum and maximum Age Limit for a Professional Work Permit Application?
The minimum Age Limit is 27 years. The maximum is 50 years. In-case you are below 27 years, extra documentation need to apply for an approval.
Which Documents are Required for applying from my Home Country?
1. Color Scanned Passport Copy – All Pages including Back Cover
2. Color Scanned Credentials / Tertiary Education Certificates
3. Curriculum Viate / Resume
4. Passport Sized Photo (Blue Background)
When submitting your documents, make sure that you submit only JPEG or PDF Files format.
How Can I Get An Approval For A Calling Visa (eVDR)?
Upon submitted all documents, the consultant will assist you to submit to Expatriate Service Division (ESD). Depending on the compilation of required documents, you will get the approval in 2-3 months. Once ESD approved your application, a calling visa (eVDR) will issued together with the approval letter.
ESD Registration
Is my company eligible to register with the ESD?
There are two requirements needed before companies can proceed with the ESD registration. Please go through the requirements details below.
1. Company must be registered with:
a. The Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) under Companies Act 1965; or
b. The Registry of Societies Malaysia under the Organisation Act 1966; or
c. Associations/Cooperatives registered under the laws of Malaysia.
2. Company Paid-up capital*
| EQUITY | PAID-UP CAPITAL |
| 100% Local Owned | RM250,000 |
| Joint Venture (maximum foreign owned equity is 30%) | RM350,000 |
| 31% – 100% Foreign Owned | RM500,000 |
| Foreign owned companies running Wholesale, Retail and Trade (WRT) License is compulsory. Refer to the Ministry of Domestic Trade, Co-operatives and Consumerism WRT license application guideline |
RM1,000,000 |
After ESD / Immigration accepting the document submission, issues a reference number which can be accessed online to check the application status at this website url: www.esd.imi.gov.my
In the second stage the ESD will issue approval letter and calling visa (eVDR) for the candidate which allows the candidate to travel to Malaysia from the home country. If the candidate is already in Malaysia then he would apply for an extension (further leave to remain in the country) namely ‘Local Conversion’.
In the third stage, ESD issues a levy (Work Permit Sticker on the passport) for 1 – 2 years, depending on the approval. This is the final stage when the candidate is handed back the passport and he is legally allowed to work in Malaysia. For his i-Card (identity card) he can go to the Immigration Office at Putrajaya, the very next day and receive his card within half an hour.
How much time does it take to apply for a Professional Work Permit?
The whole process from case submission till calling letter takes around 12 – 16 weeks. Upon receiving the calling letter you are liable to clear the agency fee and travel to Malaysia.
Can My Wife / Dependents Follow Me To Malaysia?
Yes, your dependents allow to follow you to Malaysia and are permitted to seek employment.
Can My Wife / Dependents Work In Malaysia?
Yes, they are allowed to seek employment in Malaysia.
Can I Apply For A Malaysian Driving License?
If you have a license from your country of residence, you can convert it to a full Malaysian license.
Can You Assist Me To Apply for A Malaysian Driving License?
Yes, you can.
Can I Register My Own Company In Malaysia?
Yes, you can register your own company in Malaysia. If you haven’t registered a company yet, we can assist you on company formation. For more information, please fill up the contact us form and submit your requirement for us to assist you.
How Can Find A Place To Stay?
We can assist you to find a place to stay nearby your place. You can rent an entire house (with or without furniture & fixings), apartment or condominium. Rental price is depending on the location you stay.
Can I Get A Bank Account In Malaysia?
After receiving your Professional DP10 Work Permit, the agency (company) issues an account opening letter for the candidates to apply for a bank account. You need to present your original passport showing your valid DP10 work permit to the bank officer during the bank account opening process.
Can I Get A Credit Card From Any Malaysian Bank?
You can apply for credit cards from any Bank in Malaysia. The criteria is the same i.e depending upon your monthly income, credit history etc. You may inquire to the bank officers who assist you to open bank account.