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Malaysia Residence Pass-Talent (RP-T) for skilled expatriates

Residence Pass-Talent (RP-T)

In short

The Residence Pass-Talent is a 10-year renewable pass managed by TalentCorp for experienced expatriates already working in Malaysia. It is not tied to one employer, lets the spouse work and requires at least three consecutive years on an Employment Pass, a basic monthly salary of RM15,000 and a Malaysian tax record.

Apply on Residence Pass-Talent portal checked 23 October 2026

Key facts

Validity
Approved for 10 years; the ePASS is first issued for five years or the passport validity, then renewed to complete 10 years.
Fee
MYR 5,400Processing fee for the principal or spouse; plus RM540 application fee, RM500 immigration fee and a visa fee of RM0 to 50. Other dependants pay RM4,860 processing.
Funds required
MYR 15,000 per monthMinimum basic monthly salary (at least RM180,000 basic per year), excluding allowances and bonuses.
Processing time
About 21 working days for approval plus 10 for notification, then 7 working days to endorsement and 7 for printing and delivery.
Work
Yes, and the pass is not tied to a single employer; holders must be employed in Malaysia when renewing.
Family
Spouse and children under 18 as RP-T dependants; the spouse may work. Parents and in-laws can get a one-year renewable social visit pass for up to five years.
Where to apply
Online by the applicant on the RP-T portal while in Malaysia on a valid Employment Pass; agents are not accepted.

Minimum criteria

TalentCorp lists these minimum criteria: at least three consecutive years working in Malaysia on an Employment Pass, with more than three months left on that pass when applying; a basic monthly salary of RM15,000, which must match a declared yearly basic salary of at least RM180,000; a Malaysian income tax file number and tax paid for at least the two most recent years; a degree, diploma or recognised professional certificate; and at least five years of total work experience.

Meeting the criteria does not guarantee approval; the RP-T panel decides. Since 1 June 2023 rejected new applications cannot be appealed, and applicants may reapply after a one-year cooling-off period.

Fees

Per applicant, TalentCorp charges an application fee of RM540 and a processing fee of RM5,400 for the principal or spouse (RM4,860 for other dependants). The Immigration Department adds RM500 and a multiple entry visa fee of RM0 to 50 depending on nationality. Dependants added after approval follow a separate fee schedule.

Application and endorsement

Applicants register on the RP-T portal, activate the account through the e-mail link, complete the form and upload documents. Stage 1 approval takes about 21 working days after a complete submission, plus about 10 working days for the status notification. Stage 2 endorsement takes about seven working days, then a further seven for printing and delivery.

  1. Check that you have three consecutive years on an Employment Pass and meet the salary, tax and experience criteria.
  2. Register on the RP-T portal yourself and activate the account.
  3. Complete the form, upload documents and pay the application fee.
  4. Wait for the panel decision, then pay the processing and immigration fees.
  5. Complete the endorsement and receive the ePASS.

Forms

Renewal and Post-10-Years

Renewals and Post-10-Years applications should be filed at least six months before the pass expires, while the holder is employed in Malaysia. For Post-10-Years applications filed from 1 August 2025, proof of income tax payment for the five most recent years is required instead of two.

Family members

Spouses and children under 18 are eligible as RP-T dependants, and a spouse holding an RP-T dependant pass may work in Malaysia. Parents and parents-in-law are not RP-T dependants but may be given a one-year renewable social visit pass, up to five years. Unmarried children aged 18 to 24 who still depend on the principal for support and not studying or working in Malaysia may also receive a social visit pass.

Documents

Required documents

Travel

  • Passport and current Employment Pass with more than three months validity

Money

  • Malaysian income tax file number and proof of tax paid for the two most recent years

Work

  • Employment contract and salary documents showing at least RM15,000 basic per month
  • Evidence of at least five years of total work experience

Study

  • Degree, diploma or recognised professional certificate

Supporting documents (where they apply)

Family

  • Marriage and birth certificates for dependants

Frequently asked questions

Can I apply for RP-T from abroad?

Applicants must have worked in Malaysia for three consecutive years on an Employment Pass and hold a valid EP when applying, so it is designed for people already in Malaysia.

Does my spouse get work rights with RP-T?

Yes. A spouse holding an RP-T dependant pass may work in Malaysia.

Can an agent submit my RP-T application?

No. TalentCorp only accepts applications submitted by the applicant.

What happens if my RP-T is refused?

There is no appeal for new applications since 1 June 2023; you can reapply after one year.

Official sources

Summarised from the official sources above. Rules, fees and processing times change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before you apply.

Other visa types for Malaysia

Visits and short stays

  • Tourist visa Maximum stay: Set by the immigration officer at entry; the usual period depends on nationality.
  • Transit visa Processing time: Set by the Malaysian mission where you apply; apply at least three working days before the flight.

Business and self-employment

  • Business visa Maximum stay: Social visit pass: as stamped at entry. MEV: 30 days per entry.
  • Entrepreneur and start-up visa Maximum stay: New: 1 year plus 1 renewal. Established: up to 5 years plus one 5-year renewal.
  • Investor visa Maximum stay: Six months, with a possible six-month extension.

Study and training

  • Student visa Maximum stay: Pass duration follows the course, renewed as needed.

Work

  • Work visa Maximum stay: Each pass up to 60 months, following the employment contract; total tenure up to 10 years (Categories I and II) or 5 years (Category III).
  • Intra-company transfer visa Maximum stay: Up to 12 months per issuance; training at a factory or hotel up to six months.
  • Digital nomad visa Maximum stay: 3 to 12 months, renewable for 12 more months; 24 months in total.

Family

  • Family reunification visa Validity: Follows the principal's Employment Pass, or the dependant's passport if shorter; LT-SVP approvals are for up to 12 months at a time.
  • Spouse and partner visa Validity: LTSVP for at least six months and up to five years, subject to approval.

Residence

Online travel permits

Protection

Malaysia visa guide