Overview
Employment Pass Category III for entry expatriate roles (monthly salary RM3,000–4,999), valid up to 12 months.
What's included
- ESD submission & document prep
- Pass endorsement coordination
- Renewal support
Required documents
- Active company ESD account & company profile
- Expatriate’s passport (full) & passport photo
- Academic certificates, CV & relevant experience
- Signed employment contract / offer letter
- Company latest financials & paid-up capital proof
Good to know
- Salary thresholds apply — EP1 ≥ RM10,000, EP2 ≥ RM5,000, EP3 ≥ RM3,000 per month.
- The company needs a valid ESD account and sufficient paid-up capital (commonly RM500k for 100% foreign-owned).
- Final approval is at the discretion of ESD / MYXpats / Immigration.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Employment Pass — Category III (EP3) take?
Typical timeline: 4–8 weeks. We confirm the exact schedule in your free consultation before any work starts.
What documents are required?
Active company ESD account & company profile; Expatriate’s passport (full) & passport photo; Academic certificates, CV & relevant experience; Signed employment contract / offer letter; Company latest financials & paid-up capital proof.
Who needs this service?
Entry-level expatriate hires.
How much does it cost?
We work on fixed quotes — you receive the full price in writing after a free consultation, before any work begins. No hidden fees.
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ESD Account SetupOpen your company’s Expatriate Services Division account.
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