PVP — Professional Visit Pass (Pas Lawatan Ikhtisas)

The Professional Visit Pass (PVP) is a specialized immigration facility created to allow foreign experts and professionals to enter Malaysia for short-term assignments without becoming locally employed. It is governed by the Immigration Department of Malaysia to regulate the temporary transfer of knowledge, skills, and expertise. This pass fills the gap for businesses that require foreign specialists for specific tasks—such as machinery installation, technical training, or consultancy—where a long-term employment pass would be unnecessary or inappropriate due to the temporary nature of the work.

This pass is intended for foreign experts, trainers, volunteers, and specialists who are invited by a Malaysian organization to provide services for a limited duration. It is distinct because it is not a standard work permit; the applicant remains under the employment of their overseas entity while performing duties in Malaysia. The applicant must have a Malaysian sponsor, such as a company or institution, to manage the application. It is ideal for professionals delivering workshops, conducting system setups, or participating in industrial training, with a maximum validity of 12 months and no possibility of extension.