Expatriate Services Division (ESD)

The Expatriate Services Division (ESD) is a unit under Malaysia's Immigration Department, designed to manage and streamline the hiring of foreign professionals. It is the first point of contact for companies that wish to employ expatriates legally and efficiently — and we guide you through every step of it.

Official Immigration Channel

A dedicated unit under Malaysia's Immigration Department

First Point of Contact

For companies hiring expatriates legally and efficiently

Full Pass Lifecycle

Applications, renewals, and appeals — all trackable online

Hire Global Talent, the Right Way

From ESD company registration to pass approvals and renewals, our specialists handle every step of the process — so your expatriate hiring stays smooth, compliant, and stress-free.

Our Services

Company Registration

Employers must register with ESD before hiring expatriates — we prepare, submit, and manage your entire registration so you qualify from day one.

Employment Pass (EP) Processing

End-to-end handling of Employment Pass applications for long-term skilled professionals joining your team.

Professional Visit Pass (PVP)

Fast, compliant Professional Visit Pass applications for short-term assignments, projects, or training.

Dependent Passes

Let your expatriates bring their family along — we manage Dependent Pass applications for spouses and children with care.

Renewals & Appeals

Tracking, renewing, and appealing applications through ESD's online system — so no deadline or opportunity is ever missed.

Ready to Hire Expatriate Talent?

Talk to our specialists for end-to-end ESD registration and pass application support.

Why It Matters

ESD ensures that expatriate hiring is transparent, compliant, and efficient — helping Malaysia attract global talent while protecting local workforce interests.

Transparent

Track every application online with full visibility at each stage.

Compliant

Meet every Immigration Department requirement and avoid costly delays or rejections.

Efficient

Streamlined processes get your global talent on board faster.

Looking to strive

We are committed to delivering the best possible services. By streamlining secretarial management and offering consultancy, we help businesses save time, costs, and effort in corporate compliance. Your success is our goal.

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700+ Clients

Around the globe with diverse backgrounds.

30+ Years

Three decades of expertise driving business success.

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Certifications

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