Key Points
- Malaysia’s MYXpats Centre has updated sample documents for Professional Visit Pass (PVP) applications.
- The new document templates are mandatory for all new PVP submissions through the ESD Online system.
- The updated templates include:
- Application Letter
- Personal Bond Reference Number (PLN 228/63)
- Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) stamped by the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (IRB), if applicable.
- The changes are effective immediately; users can access updated templates in the ESD Online Guidebook.
Overview
Malaysia’s MYXpats Centre, under the Expatriate Services Division (ESD), has introduced new sample documents for Professional Visit Pass (PVP) applications. These updates aim to standardize formatting, enhance compliance, and improve processing efficiency.
As of February 2025, all new PVP applications submitted through the ESD Online system must adhere to these updated templates. The revised documents include:
- Application Letter – Applicants must use the new template to ensure proper formatting and compliance with submission guidelines.
- Personal Bond Reference Number (PLN 228/63) – This updated document is required for financial security purposes.
- Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) – If applicable, this document must be stamped by the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (IRB) to verify legal and financial obligations.
These changes streamline the application process and ensure consistency across submissions. Employers and applicants should ensure they download and use the latest versions of these templates from the ESD Online Guidebook before submitting a PVP application.
Looking Ahead
With ongoing updates to Malaysia’s expatriate visa processes, foreign professionals and employers should regularly review ESD guidelines to stay compliant. Additional policy refinements may occur as Malaysia enhances its immigration system to improve efficiency and security.
Applicants are encouraged to log in to their ESD account to download the latest document templates and review official guidelines before submitting a Professional Visit Pass (PVP) application.
