Residence Pass-Talent
Malaysia
Last updated: December 26, 2025
10 years (renewable)
$1,350
4-6 weeks
High
About this Visa
The RP-T is a long-term work visa for skilled professionals earning good salaries. You can live and work in Malaysia for 10 years without being locked into one job. Your spouse and children can come with you, and your spouse can work too. The best part: You can change jobs anytime without asking permission. Most work visas do not allow this. You must already be working in Malaysia on a work visa for at least 3 years before you can apply. This visa is not available for people applying from abroad.
Key Benefits
- Work for 10 years continuously
- Change employers anytime without permission
- Spouse can work independently without separate visa
- Children can attend school in Malaysia
- Renew indefinitely if requirements met
- Path to permanent resident status after 5 years
- Multiple entry visa - can exit and re-enter freely
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Already worked in Malaysia for 3 consecutive years on a work visa
- Have current valid work visa with 3+ months remaining
- Earn at least RM 15,000 basic monthly ($3,665 USD)
- Have bachelor degree, master degree, diploma, or professional certificate
- Have 5+ years of total work experience
- Have Malaysian income tax file number
- Have paid Malaysian income tax for at least 2 years
- No criminal record
- Pass health screening (blood tests, chest X-ray)
Financial Requirement
Earn at least RM 15,000 per month (~$3,665 USD) in basic salary. Prove you paid income tax for at least 2 years.
Documents
- Valid passportAll pages
- Tax returnsLast 2 years with proof of payment
- Pay stubsLast 3 months
- Employer letterIn Bahasa Malaysia confirming approval
- ResumeUpdated CV
- Education certificatesBachelor degree, Master degree, diploma, or professional certificate
- Passport photos3 photos with light blue background
- Employment contractCurrent employment agreement
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.