Malaysia•AsiaDependant Pass (Pas Tanggungan)
At a Glance
5 days
Not confirmed
Check the official sourceVaries (Valid as long as sponsor's employment pass is active)
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Not specified
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Overview
Pass for spouse, children under 18, and disabled dependents of Employment Pass holders earning RM5,000+, valid concurrently with principal's pass; no work rights.
The Dependant Pass allows family members of Employment Pass holders earning RM5,000 or more to reside in Malaysia. It covers spouses, children under 18, and disabled children of any age. The pass is tied to the sponsor's employment visa and does not grant automatic work rights; dependents must apply for a separate work permit if they wish to be employed.
The pass is valid for the duration of the principal's Employment Pass and is renewable as long as the sponsor's employment visa remains active. Processing takes 5 working days. No separate visa fees apply for the pass itself, though administrative charges may be involved. Dependents must meet strict documentation requirements, with documents in non-English/Malay requiring certified translation.
This visa is ideal for expatriate professionals in Malaysia who need to bring their spouses and children to live with them during their employment contract, ensuring family unity without requiring independent residency applications.
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Must be a legal spouse, biological/adopted child under 18, or a disabled child of any age.
Principal visa holder must hold a valid Employment Pass, Professional Visit Pass, or Residence Pass.
Dependent must have a passport with at least 6 months validity.
Must be physically present in Malaysia for the application process (in most cases).
Proof of relationship (Marriage/Birth certificate) must be provided and often attested.
KEY CRITERIA
Min. Income
60,000 MYR/yr
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Valid passport
Passport photograph
Marriage certificate
Birth certificate
Health certificate
Valid Employment Pass (sponsor)
Accommodation proof (sponsor)
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Fast-track processing in just 5 working days from application submission
- Enables immediate family reunification without requiring independent employment visas
- Valid for the full duration of the principal's Employment Pass—no separate renewal cycle
- No separate visa fees required; minimal administrative costs for pass holders
- Provides legal residential status for spouse and children under 18 in Malaysia
- Pathway for disabled children to reside with parent regardless of age limit
- Straightforward documentation process with standardized family proof requirements
Worth Knowing
- Does not grant automatic work rights; spouse must obtain separate work permit if employment desired
- Dependent status means pass automatically cancels if sponsor's Employment Pass is terminated or expires
- All supporting documents not in English or Malay require certified translation before submission
- Renewal depends entirely on successful renewal of the sponsor's principal Employment Pass
- Only available to spouses and children of Employment Pass holders earning at least RM60,000 annually
- Restricted to legal spouses, biological/adopted children under 18, and disabled children—no extended family
Application Process
Obtain sponsor status
Primary applicant approved for Employment Pass
Prepare family documents
Gather family member documents
Submit dependant application
Sponsor submits dependant pass application
Receive VAL
Visa Approval Letter issued for family
Apply for visa
Family applies for visa at embassy with VAL
Receive pass
Dependant Pass issued upon arrival
Application Forms
| Dependant Pass Application | — |
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