Apply for Your Work Permit Without Getting Stuck in Immigration Paperwork
End-to-end support for employment and work pass applications for foreign professionals in Malaysia. KKHO helps you apply properly — from eligibility and document preparation to submission, renewal and ongoing compliance support.
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Tell us your role and employer. We guide you on the next step.
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Bringing in talent should not stall on paperwork.
Employment passes and work permits involve immigration requirements, supporting documents and timelines that can hold up your business plans.
You need to bring in foreign staff or key personnel.
Documentation requirements are unclear or incomplete.
Timelines are tight and you cannot afford a rejection.
Work Permit • Employment Pass • ImmigrationWork Permit
End-to-end support for employment and work pass applications for foreign professionals in Malaysia.
Bringing foreign professionals into Malaysia means navigating a maze of passes, quotas, Expatriate Committee requirements and Ministry approvals — and a single mistake can mean rejected applications, costly delays or compliance breaches for your company. Whether you're an employer hiring an expatriate or an individual taking up a role in Malaysia, getting the paperwork right the first time matters.
KKHO & Partners assists companies and individuals with the full work permit and employment pass process — from determining the right pass category to securing approvals and completing registration formalities.
Passes We Assist With
The pass types we handle for employers and foreign professionals in Malaysia.
Employment Pass (EP I, II, III)
For expatriates taking up employment with a Malaysian company, based on contract duration and salary thresholds
Professional Visit Pass (PVP)
For foreign specialists on short-term assignments
Dependent Pass & Long Term Social Visit Pass
For spouses, children and parents of pass holders
Visit Pass for Professional Workers
Under the DP10 categories
Internship arrangements
Where they intersect with employment
Our Service Covers
Everything we manage from the first eligibility check through to endorsement and renewals.
Advice on the correct pass category and eligibility criteria
Preparation of the employment contract and supporting documents
Submission to the relevant authorities, including the Expatriate Services Division (ESD) and Immigration
Tracking, follow-up and liaison on your application
Endorsement and i-Kad collection support
Renewals, transfers and cancellations
Compliance guidance
Quota, levy and reporting obligations
Requirements Overview
The core requirements your application is assessed against before submission.
A Malaysian-registered employer with paid-up capital meeting the relevant thresholds
A genuine employment offer meeting the minimum salary for the pass category
Recognised qualifications and experience for the role
Valid travel documents
A passport with adequate validity
Medical examination and required security vetting where applicable
Why Choose KKHO
- One-stop support — incorporation, accounting, tax and work permit services under one roof, so your new hire's payroll, tax and EPF obligations are handled from day one.
- Experienced handling — we manage the documentation and follow-ups so approvals move as fast as the authorities allow.
- Compliance-first approach — you stay on the right side of immigration requirements throughout the employment.
📞 Get in touch for a free consultation — tell us about the role and candidate, and we'll map out the fastest route to approval.
Work Permit & Employment Pass
For employers bringing key personnel into Malaysia.
Everything you need to move forward with confidence.
Clear scope, clear process and proper guidance — you will immediately understand what is included and what happens next.
General Information & Review Status
The information on this page is general in nature and does not constitute legal, tax, audit or professional advice. Statutory requirements may change and should be confirmed for your company's specific circumstances with a licensed professional or the relevant authority.
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