International Staff Visa
International Staff Visa
This section assists in the application of the Visa Approval Letter (VAL) / Calling Visa, Employment Pass, Dependant Pass, and Professional Visit Pass for the international staff appointed in UKM.
Visa Approval Letter (VAL) / Calling Visa
Visa Approval Letter (VAL) is a Single Entry Visa issued by the Malaysian Embassy / Consulate abroad to a non-citizen to enable individuals to enter Malaysia after the visa is approved by the Immigration Department Headquarters. The application must be submitted through UKM upon receiving the appointment letter before the applicant enters Malaysia. The Single Entry Visa will be changed to the Multiple Entry Visa once the applicant arrives in UKM. This will allow holders for travel purposes.
VAL is required for appointment under the Employment Pass, Dependants Pass, and Professional Visit Pass to avoid the penalty charge (Journey Perform) from the Malaysian Immigration Department.
Employment Pass
- A minimum salary of RM 5,000.00
- A minimum contract of 12 months for new application and for renewal minimum 3 months contract
Dependant Pass
Dependant pass can be issued to the following people:
- Wife or husband of applicant.
- Children of applicant under 18 years.
- Legally adopted children of applicant under 18 years.
Professional Visit Pass (IKHTISAS)
- International staff who are not receiving salary OR who only receive the honorarium payment.
- Each application is for a maximum period of 12 months only as per contract.
- Please ensure before submission that the applicant has a passport validity of at least 12 months.
- Application of VAL must be submitted to UKM before the applicant enters Malaysia.
- Application is for principal submission only and no dependents are allowed.
- Position available for IKHTISAS:
- Researcher / Assistant Researcher
- Doctoral fellow
- Invited Lecturer (Visiting Lecturer / Visiting Professor / Invited Professor)
- Attending course / training / seminar
- Student under practical training / Internship (have MOU with UKM)
Application Procedures
| Type of Pass | Checklist and Form |
|---|---|
| Employment Pass | Download |
| Dependant Pass | Download |
| Special Pass | Download |
| Transfer Pass to New Passport | Download |
| Pass Shorten / Cancellation | Download |
| Professional Visit Pass (IKHTISAS) | Download |
Visa Fees Information
Employment & Dependant Pass Rates (For 12 months)
| Fee Category | Employment Pass | Dependant Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Processing Fee | RM 125.00 nett | RM 50.00 nett |
| Visa / Pass | RM 360.00 +- | RM 220.00 +- |
| Special Pass | RM 100.00 nett | RM 100.00 nett |
| Visa charged by country | Check Visa Rates by Country (Immigration Department) | |
| Personal Bond | Check Security Bond / Bank Guarantee Rates | |
Professional Visit Pass (IKHTISAS) Rates
| Fee Category | 1 – 3 months | 4 – 6 months | 12 months |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visa / Pass | RM 90.00 +- | RM 180.00 +- | RM 360.00 +- |
| Special Pass | RM 100.00 nett | ||
| Personal Bond | Check Security Bond / Bank Guarantee Rates | ||
*Disclaimer: This process is subject to change upon instructions by the Malaysian Immigration Department.