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Professional Visit Pass PVP

What Is a Professional Visit Pass (PVP)?

The Professional Visit Pass (PVP) is a short-term pass for foreign technical experts or professionals who come to Malaysia temporarily to provide specific services.

A key distinction is that the individual remains on the payroll of their overseas company and is not legally employed by the Malaysian host company.

Temporary Visit For specific services in Malaysia

Overseas Employment Remains employed by the home-country company

Up to 12 Months Maximum pass validity, subject to approval

Who Is the PVP For?

Eligible Activities

Who May Apply?

Technical experts: Machinery installation, repairs, or specialised technical consultancy.
Auditors and consultants: External audit or business consultancy assignments.
Interns: International students undertaking industrial training in Malaysia.
Performers and religious speakers: Certain performance, filming, or religious activities.

Pass Overview

Key PVP Conditions

For overseas-company personnel providing technical support to Malaysian customers or staff training.
May be used for eligible internships attached to a school in Malaysia.
Maximum pass validity of up to 12 months, subject to approval.
One-time application and not renewable, according to the supplied information.

Pass validity and eligibility are subject to the applicable Malaysian Immigration requirements and approval.