Malaysian business licence·Federal
Private Employment Agency Licence (LEPAS)
Issued by Jabatan Tenaga Kerja SarawakPrivate Employment Agencies Act 1981 (Act 246)
Overview
The Private Employment Agency Licence (LEPAS) is a permit issued by the Director General of the Department of Labour for the placement of local workers abroad. It is required for agencies that wish to operate in this capacity and ensures compliance with local regulations.
Key details
Governing Act
Private Employment Agencies Act 1981 (Act 246)
Agency fees
RM 5000 processing + RM 0 annual
Validity
1 year (renewable annually)
Issuing authority
Jabatan Tenaga Kerja Sarawak
Fees shown are government / local-authority fees payable to the issuing agency. Emerhub charges a separate service fee for handling the application end-to-end.
Eligible applicants
Partnership companies, public limited companies, private limited companies
Application requirements
- The agency must have operated as a Private Employment Agency for at least one calendar year.
- The agency must have a good operational and performance record.
Agency fee breakdown
Processing fee: RM5000.00 in the form of Cash Bond via Money Order/Post or Bank Draft.
These are amounts payable to Jabatan Tenaga Kerja Sarawak. Emerhub's service fee is quoted separately when you engage us.