Malaysia•AsiaPVP — Professional Visit Pass - Industrial Trainee
At a Glance
5 days
MYR RM 800
6 months
Not renewable
Renewal
Not renewable
Family
No dependents
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Overview
Sponsor-hosted training pass for industrial trainees at Malaysian factories or hotels, valid up to 6 months without work authorization.
The Professional Visit Pass (PVP) for Industrial Trainees is a short-term permit enabling foreign nationals to undergo structured training within Malaysian factories or hotels under a specific employer sponsor. Applicants must remain employed by an overseas company and be invited by a Malaysian organization to acquire skills unavailable in their home country.
Valid for up to 6 months, the PVP carries a fee of RM1,200 (excluding 8% SST) and is non-renewable. Dependents cannot accompany the visa holder, and spouses have no separate work rights. Processing takes approximately 5 working days (3 days for Tier 1, Tier 2, and Critical Sector companies as of 1 September 2024).
This visa is ideal for international employees of multinational corporations or hospitality groups seeking cross-border skills development through time-limited training programs.
Stay & Extensions
| Initial grant | 6 months |
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Must be invited by a Malaysian organization (factory or hotel) for training purposes
Must be currently employed by an overseas entity
Application must be submitted by the Malaysian sponsor/host company
Must be outside of Malaysia at the time of application
Training duration must not exceed six months
Must have a valid passport with at least 12 months of remaining validity
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Completed Professional Visit Pass application form
Application letter from the Malaysian host company
Offer letter/internship agreement (IRB stamped)
Acceptance letter from the overseas employer
Detailed training schedule/milestone plan
Updated resume and academic certificates
Copy of passport (complete booklet)
Passport-sized photo
Personal bond or bank guarantee (depending on nationality)
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Structured training program with employer sponsorship enables skill development in professional environments
- Processing completed within 14–30 working days
- Maximum 6-month duration suitable for short-term professional development goals
- Transparent fee structure at RM800 with no hidden costs or additional visa expenses
- Employer-sponsored pathway reduces individual administrative burden and coordination requirements
Worth Knowing
- No work authorization—training must be unpaid or within existing overseas employment
- Spouse cannot work in Malaysia or access associated benefits during trainee's stay
- Strict 6-month maximum limit with no renewal pathway or extension options
- Not a pathway to permanent residency or further immigration in Malaysia
- No dependents permitted—family members cannot accompany or sponsor for visas
Application Process
Sponsor registers on ESD portal
Submit application
Obtain VDR from embassy
Enter Malaysia
Application Forms
| Social Visit Pass Application | — |
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