Malaysia•AsiaResidence Pass - Talent (RP-T)
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-56 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
10 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
10-year employer-independent work and residence permit for highly qualified expatriates. Allows work, study, and business setup without converting visas. Multiple entry facility.
The Residence Pass - Talent is designed to attract and retain highly skilled professionals. It offers greater flexibility and independence compared to traditional employment passes, allowing business activities without visa conversion.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
180,000 MYR
per year
Personal
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Education
vocational or higher
Professional
Experience
Minimum of 5 years of total work experience, including at least 3 consecutive years working in Malaysia on a valid Employment Pass at the time of application.+ years
Required Skills
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid travel document
Educational credentials
Bachelor's degree and higher qualifications
Professional experience
Work history and achievements
Employment offer
Job offer from Malaysian company
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Advantages
- 10-year validity
- Employer-independent
- Multiple entry
- Business rights
- Can bring dependents
- Pathway to PR
- Study rights
Considerations
- Requires high qualifications
- Bachelor's degree minimum
- Employment requirement
- Processing time
Application Process
Meet qualifications
Demonstrate high qualifications and expertise
Secure employment
Obtain job offer from Malaysian company
Prepare documentation
Gather qualifications and employment documents
Submit RP-T application
Apply through ESD or employer
Processing
Immigration reviews qualifications
Receive residence pass
RP-T approved and issued
Application Forms
Residence Pass - Talent Application
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