MALAYSIA – Expat Authorizations Digitized

Malaysia is working to simplify the process for Malaysian companies
hiring expatriate workers by launching an electronic system. The Xpats Gateway is
part of the Malaysia’s ongoing commitment to digitize government functions and
position itself as a business-friendly nation.

One feature of the Xpats Gateway is the ability for employers to apply for a support
letter to facilitate the hiring of expatriate workers. The support letter will come
from the relevant regulatory agency depending on market sector. At launch, 12 market
sectors were available, including manufacturing, financial services, and health
care. A full list of market sectors can be found
here.

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.