What are the requirements for the Malaysia Temporary Employment Pass?

The requirements we have on record are: a job offer from an employer in Malaysia. Amounts are USD equivalents verified for Bangladeshis; the official source lists the full document set.

How much does the Malaysia Temporary Employment Pass cost?

The government fee is about $400 (USD equivalent). Translations, apostilles, insurance, and courier costs come on top.

What is the Malaysia Temporary Employment Pass processing time?

Typical processing takes 8–16 weeks after applying, plus the time needed to gather documents.

Do I need a job offer for the Malaysia Temporary Employment Pass?

Yes. A job offer from an employer in Malaysia is required before applying.

Can family members join on the Malaysia Temporary Employment Pass?

It does not directly cover accompanying family members.

Does the Malaysia Temporary Employment Pass lead to permanent residency?

No. On its own it does not lead to permanent residency.

Is the PLKS the same as the Malaysia Temporary Employment Pass?

Yes. PLKS, Visit Pass (Temporary Employment), and foreign worker permit are other names people use for the Malaysia Temporary Employment Pass.

🇲🇾 Malaysia Temporary Employment Pass

Also known as: PLKS, Visit Pass (Temporary Employment), foreign worker permit

Last verified: October 1, 2026

What is the Malaysia Temporary Employment Pass?

The main route for manufacturing, construction, plantation, agriculture and services work. Recruitment of Bangladeshi workers was frozen in mid-2024 over exploitation and inflated fees, and only reopened for all sectors in late August 2026 — so treat everything about this corridor as newly restarted. Your Malaysian employer must hold an approved quota through the FWCMS eQuota system, and you must be recruited through an agency on the FWCMS-published list: 25 directly selected Bangladeshi agencies plus 250 associates and 62 operating under the state-owned BOESL. Anyone recruiting outside that list, or asking for fees far above the official schedule, is the exact problem that caused the freeze. BMET clearance is mandatory before departure. The pass does not allow family and does not lead to residency.

Malaysia Temporary Employment Pass requirements, cost, and processing time

Government fee	$400
Processing time	8–16 weeks
Minimum annual income	No fixed threshold on record
Minimum savings	No fixed threshold on record
Job offer	Required
Degree	Not required
Family can join	No
Path to permanent residency	No

Amounts are approximate US dollar equivalents of figures set in local currency, verified against official sources for Bangladeshis.

Malaysia Temporary Employment Pass cost and processing time by nationality

Applicants	Gov. fee	Processing	Min. income	Min. savings
🇧🇩 Bangladeshis	$400	8–16 weeks	—	—

Each row links to the full guide for that nationality, with the document checklist.

Documents needed for the Malaysia Temporary Employment Pass

Verify your recruiting agency appears on the FWCMS list
Confirm the official fee schedule and refuse to exceed it
Confirm your employer holds an approved FWCMS quota
Obtain the employment contract and calling visa (VDR)
Complete the FOMEMA-recognised medical examination in Bangladesh
Renew passport if validity is under 18 months
Complete BMET registration and obtain the smart card
Attend the pre-departure orientation
Travel and complete FOMEMA medical within 30 days
Receive your Temporary Employment Pass and i-Kad
Keep your passport in your own possession
Register with the Bangladesh High Commission

This list is the checklist for Bangladeshis. The full ordered checklist, with timing, dependencies, and personalized due dates, is part of the plan.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the requirements for the Malaysia Temporary Employment Pass?: The requirements we have on record are: a job offer from an employer in Malaysia. Amounts are USD equivalents verified for Bangladeshis; the official source lists the full document set.
How much does the Malaysia Temporary Employment Pass cost?: The government fee is about $400 (USD equivalent). Translations, apostilles, insurance, and courier costs come on top.
What is the Malaysia Temporary Employment Pass processing time?: Typical processing takes 8–16 weeks after applying, plus the time needed to gather documents.
Do I need a job offer for the Malaysia Temporary Employment Pass?: Yes. A job offer from an employer in Malaysia is required before applying.
Can family members join on the Malaysia Temporary Employment Pass?: It does not directly cover accompanying family members.
Does the Malaysia Temporary Employment Pass lead to permanent residency?: No. On its own it does not lead to permanent residency.
Is the PLKS the same as the Malaysia Temporary Employment Pass?: Yes. PLKS, Visit Pass (Temporary Employment), and foreign worker permit are other names people use for the Malaysia Temporary Employment Pass.

Malaysia Temporary Employment Pass guides by nationality

🇧🇩 For Bangladeshis

Other Malaysia visas

Always confirm requirements with the official government source: fwcms.com.my. This guide is general information, not legal advice.