Malaysian business licence·State
Quota Approval for Foreign Worker Applications (Unskilled Workers)
Issued by Kementerian Dalam NegeriImmigration Act 1959/63
Overview
This licence allows employers to apply for a Visa with Reference (VDR) to bring in foreign unskilled workers. It is necessary for businesses that wish to hire foreign labor in specific sectors. Employers must comply with certain conditions to obtain this quota approval.
Key details
Governing Act
Immigration Act 1959/63
Agency fees
Varies by local authority
Validity
10 years (renewable annually)
Issuing authority
Kementerian Dalam Negeri
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Eligible applicants
All registered business entities (companies, partnerships, sole proprietorships)
Application requirements
- Allowed sectors include Manufacturing, Plantation, Agriculture, Construction, and Services (specific sub-sectors).
- Foreign workers must come from 14 approved source countries.
- Age limit for foreign workers is 18 to 45 years.
- Must pass health checks by FOMEMA.
- Priority for employment must be given to local workers first.