RESIDENCE PASS-TALENT (RP-T)
Retaining Highly Skilled Foreign Talent in Malaysia
Call Malaysia your home. The Residence Pass-Talent (RP-T) offers skilled expatriates the ability to work and live in Malaysia for up to 10 years.
Together with the Immigration Department of Malaysia, we have established the Residence Pass-Talent (RP-T) – a 10-year renewable pass for highly qualified expatriates to continue residing and working in Malaysia – to provide greater diversity to the nation’s talent pool.
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE?
Foreign skilled talent looking to apply for the RP-T, must fulfil the following criteria:
- Worked for a minimum of 3 years in Malaysia
- Holds a valid Employment Pass (EP) with more than 3 months validity at the time of application
- Earns a basic monthly salary of RM15,000 which excludes any allowances and/or bonuses
- Possesses a Malaysian income tax file number and has paid income tax for at least 2 years
- Holds a PhD/Master’s/Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in any discipline from a recognised university or a professional/competency certificate from a recognised professional institute
- Possesses at least 5 years of work experience
Keen to apply for your Residence Pass-Talent?
facts & figures
Achievements as of 31 December 2019
8,228
applications approved under this initiative since 2011
> 90 %
successful RP-T applicants possess more than 10 years of global working experience
top 5 sectors
Oil, Gas & Energy
Information Communication Technology
Financial Services
Education
Business Services
Financial Services
Education
Business Services
KEY BENEFITS
01
Live and work in Malaysia for up to 10 years
02
Have the flexibility to change employers without converting the pass
03
Your spouse (legally married) and dependants under 18 years old are eligible for the RP-T Dependant Pass (RP-T DP)
04
Your spouse (legally married) is eligible for the RP-T, and as such, can seek employment in Malaysia without the need to apply for an Employment Pass
THIS INITIATIVE IS FOR:
PROFESSIONALs
Can I apply for the RP-T?
Yes, if you meet the minimum criteria required for the RP-T.
How do I apply for the RP-T?
Application for the RP-T is conducted on-line. Please go through the eligibility criteria, and the documents required prior to creating your application account.
Do I have to pay to apply for the RP-T?
Yes, there are application and processing fees for the RP-T. Please refer to the RP-T fee structure and fee calculator to give you an estimate of the total cost of your application.
Can an agent assist with my RP-T application?
We only accept applications from applicants only. Submissions from agents are NOT entertained.
Click here for a comprehensive list of FAQ on the RP-T.
