Luther Corporate Services | Immigration into Malaysia
Effective 1 June 2026, the salary threshholds for Employment Passes (“EP”) have been revised and increased significantly. Our updated immigration brochure includes the new rules and provides a clear overview of the available visa options and processes to support companies and individuals. Take a look here: Immigration into Malaysia | Luther Services
In brief, from 1 June 2026, the requirements for all EP categories will be amended as follows:
- Category I: Minimum salary raised from MYR 10,000 to MYR 20,000 per month, with a maximum employment duration of 10 years.
- Category II: Monthly salary range adjusted from MYR 5,000 – MYR 9,999 to MYR 10,000 – MYR 19,999, with a maximum employment duration of 10 years, subject to a local workforce succession plan.
- Category III: Monthly salary range adjusted from MYR 3,000 – MYR 4,999 to MYR 5,000 – MYR 9,999 (MYR 7,000-MYR 9,999 for the manufacturing sector), with a maximum employment duration of 5 years, subject to a local workforce succession plan. Category III EP holders will also now be permitted to bring dependants (which was not previously allowed).
While this announcement is not entirely unexpected, given that the thresholds had not been revised for some time and the Malaysian government’s efforts to encourage Malaysian companies to prioritise hiring local talent, the revised policies and the uncertainty surrounding some details may deter foreign investors and talent.
