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MALAYSIA – Expansion of ePASS system.
February 24, 2025
By: Patricia Clarino, Senior Manager, Newland Chase Advisory
From March 1, 2025, the Immigration Department of Malaysia will begin using the ePASS system for new and renewal Expatriate Services Division (ESD) applications. ePASS was previously used for renewal applications only.
The ePASS system will apply to the following application categories:
- Employment Pass Categories I, II, and III (new and renewal)
- Professional Visit Pass
- Residence Pass-Talent
- Dependent Pass
- Long Term Social Visit Pass
- Transfer of Endorsement / Balance Endorsement
The changes do not apply to pass endorsement of foreign nationals engaged with public universities and government agencies.
Newland Chase insights.
The ePASS expansion is a positive initiative and supports Malaysia’s broader strategy to modernize administrative processes, with the goal of reducing processing times and improving service efficiency.
Please reach out to your Newland Chase dedicated contact or submit an inquiry should you have any specific questions regarding this announcement.
This immigration update is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for legal or scenario-specific advice. Furthermore, it is important to note that immigration announcements are subject to sudden and unexpected changes. Readers are encouraged to reach out to Newland Chase for any case- or company-specific assessments.
