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RP-T — Residence Pass-Talent (RP-T)
VisasMalaysiaRP-T — Residence Pass-Talent (RP-T)
MalaysiaMalaysia•Asia
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RP-T — Residence Pass-Talent (RP-T)

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

3 weeks

Estimated Cost

Free

Stay Duration

10 years

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

Yes

Sponsor

Job offer required

Work

Remote not required

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Overview

10-year renewable residence pass for skilled expatriates with 3+ years Malaysia employment, RM15,000+ monthly salary, and unrestricted work authorization.

The Residence Pass-Talent (RP-T) is a prestigious 10-year residence pass for high-achieving expatriate talent in Malaysia. Employer-independent, it allows holders to work without company ties and change employers freely. qualification requires 3 years Malaysia employment, RM15,000+ monthly salary, 5+ total work years, a bachelor's degree or equivalent, and 2 years of paid income tax.

The pass is renewable via RP-T renewal or post-10-year programs. Spouses have unrestricted work rights, and children under 18 qualify as dependents. Fees total RM6,000 (RM500 application, RM5,000 processing, RM500 immigration). Processing takes 21 working days for complete applications, with notification within 10 working days.

This visa is ideal for highly skilled expatriates already in Malaysia who seek long-term career mobility and family stability without employer constraints.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant10 years

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must have worked in Malaysia for at least 3 consecutive years at the time of application

Must hold a valid Employment Pass with more than 3 months of validity at the time of application

Must earn a minimum basic monthly salary of RM15,000 (excluding allowances and bonuses)

Must possess at least 5 years of total work experience

Must hold a PhD, Master's, Bachelor's Degree, or Diploma in any discipline from a recognized university, or a professional/competency certificate from a recognized professional institute

Must have a Malaysian income tax file number and have paid income tax for at least 2 years

KEY CRITERIA

Education

bachelor or higher

Experience

5+ years

Min. Income

180,000 EUR/yr

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Completed Residence Pass-Talent (RP-T) application form

Copy of passport (all pages)

Updated resume

Copies of educational certificates

Passport-sized photos with blue background

Employment contract stamped by the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (IRBM)

Latest 2 years of tax declaration slips (e-BE & EA Form) with proof of tax paid

Latest 3 months of salary slips

No Objection Letter from current employer (in Bahasa Malaysia)

Copy of local contact person's MyKad

Testimonials on company letterhead

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • 10-year residence pass renewable indefinitely without employer sponsorship
  • Employer-independent status allows job-switching within Malaysia without reapplication
  • Spouse can work without separate permit; dependents under 18 qualifying
  • Direct path to permanent residency (PR) after meeting RP-T tenure requirements
  • Full work authorization with unrestricted professional mobility across sectors
  • Covers unrestricted work, study, and business rights within Malaysia
  • Multiple-entry residence pass with flexible re-entry privileges

Worth Knowing

  • Requires 3+ consecutive years of Malaysia employment history before application
  • Minimum RM15,000 monthly salary threshold may exclude lower-income professionals
  • Must hold Bachelor's degree or higher; professional certificates also accepted
  • Requires 5+ years total work experience and 2+ years of Malaysian tax payment history
  • Mandatory no-objection letter from current employer in Bahasa Malaysia required
  • Processing timeline varies; no fixed approval window specified

Application Process

1

Check qualification: Confirm you meet the RP-T criteria (3 consecutive years on Employment Pass, RM15,000/month salary, 5 years work experience, relevant qualifications, 2 years tax paid)

2

Create account: Register on the RP-T portal at rpt.talentcorp.com.my

3

Prepare and upload documents: Gather required supporting documents and upload to the portal

4

Pay application fee and submit: Complete the online form, pay RM500 application fee (excl. SST), and submit

5

Review and notification: Application reviewed; notification by email within 10 working days after 21-working-day processing window

6

Shorten Employment Pass: After approval, shorten your Employment Pass validity to 30 days maximum

7

Endorsement stage: Submit endorsement application within 6 months of approval date

8

Pay processing fee and immigration fee: Pay RM5,000 processing fee (excl. SST) and RM500 immigration fee

9

Download RP-T ePASS: Download your electronic pass from the RP-T portal

Verified Claims (10)

Last verified Jun 27, 2026
Application Steps
Check eligibility: Confirm you meet the RP-T criteria (3 consecutive years on Employment Pass, RM15,…
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Forms
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Application Portal
https://rpt.talentcorp.com.my/applications/new-applications/how-to-apply/
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Official Info
https://rpt.talentcorp.com.my/
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Max Stay
10 years per grant; renewable
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Max Stay Estimate
type: years, initialDays: 3650, notes: 10 years per grant; renewable via RP-T Renewal or Post-10-Yea…
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Processing Estimates
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Processing Time
Within 21 working days for complete applications; applicant notified by email within 10 working days…
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