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How to Transfer a Malaysia Long Term Visit Pass in Penang

Have an expired passport with a Malaysia Long Term Visit Pass that's still valid and don't know what to do? This step by step guide will walk you through the exact, simplest way to solve your problem.

If you are a resident of Penang — if not, check out our list of great things to do in Penang  — and travel a lot like me, you may end up running out of pages in your passport. That’s what happened to me in the Summer of 2019. As I was prepared for another long period of travel overseas, and having only four empty pages left in my passport, I needed to get a new one.

This was done quite swiftly in the Embassy of Italy in Kuala Lumpur . There was a problem though: what about my Malaysia Long Term Visit Pass, which will expire in two years, and is still stuck inside my old passport?

In other words, I needed Malaysian Immigration to update my previous, still valid Multiple entry visa for Malaysia to my new passport. But how to transfer my old Malaysia Long Term Visit Pass to my brand new passport in Penang?

I didn’t know what to do. That’s what I am going to teach you in this post, to make your experience of transferring your Malaysia Long Term Visit Pass in Penang as fast and stressful as possible.

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Where to Transfer a Malaysia Long Term Visit Pass in Penang?

First of all, where to go transferring your Long Term Visit Pass in Penang? It’s confusing, as Penang has two Immigration Departments, one on the island, and one on the mainland, set off a busy highway intersection near Seberang Jaya and the town of Bukit Mertajam — if you have time on your hands, see the best things to do in BM here . They include Insta-worthy spots like Frog Hill , and many Seberang Perai hiking trails , including an easy and scenic stroll to Bukit Juru .

These are the exact locations:

Penang Island Immigration Office in George Town:

Penang Immigration Office in Seberang Jaya:

As a foreign national resident of Penang State, all visa and passport business must be conducted on the mainland, not on Penang island . Even if you reside on the island. Go figure.

Anyways, the best way to reach Penang Immigration Office in Seberang Jaya is to use your own car (there’s parking available outside, just don’t forget to bring parking coupons valid for the Seberang Prai area, which cost 0.40RM per hour) or catch a Grab from Penang .

Enter the building and go on the first floor, to the first office to the left called Bahagian Visa, Pas & Permit — you can’t miss it as you’ll see loads of people waiting at the door every day.

Here’s the completed process to transfer your Long Term Social Pass into a brand new passport explained step by step. Remember, it’s very important that you transfer your old Multiple entry visa for Malaysia to avoid a potential 500RM fine when re-entering the country with a new passport that doesn’t contain an updated Malaysia Long Term Visit Pass.

Verify Documents and Get your Number to Renew your Malaysian Long Term Visit Pass

Enter the waiting hall and go to the first counter to the left. An immigration officer will check that all your documents are in order. You will need:

• Duly compiled Immigration Forms IMM 55 and IMM 12. These will be handed to you over the counter upon arrival.
• Original new passport
• Original old passport containing the Social Pass that’s still valid
• 1 x photocopy of your spouse/sponsor Malaysian IC
• 1 x photocopy of your marriage certificate
• 1 x photocopy of both front pages of your passport including the biometric data and picture
• 1 x photocopy of your old Malaysia Long Term Social Pass

Once you have produced all of the above, you will be given a number and asked to wait for your turn.

If you don’t have photocopies ready or forgot to print out something, don’t panic. Go downstairs towards the exit of the Immigration Building and you will find several shops that can help you with print outs and photocopies. They cost more than in the city of course ( 2RM for printing a black and white page and about 0.30RM for a photocopy ), but you’ll spare yourself the hassle of having to drive to Seberang Jaya and find a shop, return here and find another parking.

Submit your Application for renewal of your Long Term Visit Pass in Penang

Your number will be called and you will submit your application, including both passports, to an immigration officer who will check that everything is in order. You will then be asked to sit down and play the waiting game again.

How and How Much to Pay for the Transfer of your Malaysia Long Term Visit Pass sticker to a new passport

The last counter on the left side of the waiting hall is the Juruwang (cashier). A person will call your name without going by numbers, so be alert. They will issue a receipt and ask for cash payment. Credit cards are not accepted , so bring enough cash. In this case, it’s not much.

To transfer your Malaysian Long Term Social Pass the cost is 19RM inclusive of government tax . The new visa issue fee is free of cost.

Once you have paid, you will be given a receipt and asked to wait once again.

Collect your New Passport with your New Malaysian Long Term Social Pass

Depending on the number of people on that particular day, you will have to wait for about an hour to get your passport back. Be aware that there’s no numbering system at this stage, and one immigration officer will call your name, so be alert and wait patiently. Once they call your name, approach the counter and collect both your old and new passports with your shiny new Malaysian Long Term Social Pass extension.

It pays to check that your name, dates and passport details are all printed correctly in your new Long Term Visit Pass. If there are no issues, mission accomplished, you are free to go.

Best Timings to go Renew your Malaysian Long Term Social Pass

Seberang Jaya Immigration Office opens from 8am to 1pm and 2pm to 5.30pm . On Fridays, there is longer rest time between 12pm and 2.45pm .

I arrived a bit late at 11am to avoid the early morning queue for spouse visa applications, but ended up waiting over the lunch break and received my passport back at 2.30pm. I suggest you apply at 10am to be able to get your new Malaysian Long Term Social Pass back before the lunch break at 1pm. It should take less than 2 hours on a normal busy day, all in all.

Also remember that to facilitate those who are working, the Immigration office is also open on weekends from 8am to 1pm . Good luck with your Malaysian Long Term Social Pass renewal!

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The Expatriate’s Guide To Long Term Social Visit Passes In Malaysia

In Malaysia, expatriates holding Category 1 and 2  Employment Passes are permitted to bring their immediate family members with them, known as dependents. For family members who fall outside the definition of a dependent, the solution is often a Long-Term Visit Pass (LTSVP) . 

This article provides a complete overview of the function of a Long-Term Visit Pass and how to obtain one from the Malaysian Immigration Department, specifically their Expatriates Services Division (ESD).

Here’s how we’ll break it down:

• We’ll start with an explanation of what a LTSVP is used for
• We’ll compare it to a Dependent Pass so you understand which is right for your case
• We’ll cover the process of applying for a LTSVP
• We’ll try to persuade you to get our help!

Note: Spouses of Malaysian residents can also apply for a Long-Term Social Visit Pass which carries different requirements and permissions, but this article is specifically written for expatriates and Malaysian companies employing them .

If that applies to you, let’s begin!

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• An LTSVP allows certain family members of a Employment Pass holder (known as a principal) to accompany them in Malaysia for six months to five years.
• A LTVSP is usually used as an alternative for family members not eligible for a Dependent Pass.
• For children 18 years old an above, you’ll need an LTSVP.
• The duration of a LTSVP corresponds to the duration of the principal’s Employment Pass.
• Each LTSVP application costs RM450 and can take up to 14 working days to process, not including the time taken to prepare required documents for submission.
• There is no need for LTSVP holders to leave the country for a minimum period before their pass can be renewed.
• Save yourself the trouble and engage MISHU to help apply for your LTSVP today !

What is a Long-Term Social Visit Pass?

A LTSVP is a long-term pass that allows certain family members of a Employment Pass holder (known as a principal) to accompany them and reside in Malaysia for six months to five years . 

How long will your LTSVP be valid for?

The validity period of a LTSVP corresponds to the validity period of the principal Employment Pass holder.

However, if the pasport validity of the LTSVP applicant is less than that of the principal Employment Pass, then the validity of their LTSVP will follow their passport instead. While the LTVSP can always be renewed, it would be a good idea to ensure the applicant’s passport is up to date.

Long Term Social Visit Pass vs Dependent Pass

The main difference between these two passes is the individuals that fall under them, which can be found in the table below:

As of September 2023, an application for a LTSVP and Dependent Pass both cost RM450 , not including other immigration and processing fees.

Furthermore, in both cases, holders of both passes are not allowed to work in Malaysia without first applying for an Employment Pass of their own. There is no preferential treatment given on the basis of a relationship with an existing Employment Pass holder – their application will be judged on its own merits.

If you believe a Dependent Pass is more suited for you, our FAQ on Dependent Passes might come in handy.

Otherwise, time to get to work and go over the application process.

Long Term Social Visit Pass Application Process

Before beginning the application process, be sure that the required documents below are prepared.

Required documents

•  Recent passport photo
• Copy of passport (full booklet with cover)
• Copy of Birth Certificate (for children above 18 years old) translated* into English (if applicable) and Certified True Copy (CTC)
• Copy of Birth Certificate of Employment Pass holder / Employment Pass holder’s spouse (for Parents and Parents-in-law) translated* into English (if applicable) and Certified True Copy (CTC)
• Affidavit / Acknowledgement letter from the Employment Pass holder’s Embassy / Consulate General on the relationship status (for common law spouse)
• Original letter from Commissioner of Oaths and confirmation letter from respective Embassy in Malaysia with regard to latest status (single, unemployed and under custodian of EP holder) is required for every renewal.
• Personal Bond form (duly stamped by Inland Revenue Board);
• Other documents specified upon request

Regarding the final point, as required documents vary significantly depending on industry, contact our Employment Pass team for advice tailored to your needs.

* Note:  Translations must be done either by your Respective Embassy / High Commission / Consulate General or the Malaysian Institute of Translation & Books (ITBM).

Submitting the application online

The company / sponsor must submit the application on behalf of the applicant. To do this, visit the ESD portal , log in to the company’s ESD account (or register for one) and submit the application along with the supporting documents.

If all goes as well, the application should be processed with 14 – 21 working days .

As mentioned above, each LTSVP application costs RM450 , not including various other immigration and licensing fees.

Whether you are an employer or expatriate, we wish you a smooth application and hope you enjoy your stay in Malaysia.

Of course, for a truly smooth application, consider engaging our services!

Let MISHU handle your LTSVP application

MISHU’s team is experienced in helping companies negotiate with the relevant authorities to obtain Long-Term Social Visit Passes and swift approval of any necessary permissions. We would be happy to sit down with you and understand your needs –  check out our Employment Pass services  and let us know if you’d like help!

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Hi. If I am in Malaysia through LTSVP (marriage), what are my options for bringing my mother here? If I get endorsement to work while I am on a Long Term Social Visit Pass, and I earn more than the 5,000 Ringgit Threshold, can i bring my mother to Malaysia?

If not, can I bring my mother through my Malaysian wife (she is a citizen). Thank you

Thanks for getting in touch. We forwarded your question to our Employment Pass expert and this is their reply:

1. Your current Long Term Visit Pass (LTSV) / spouse visa should also allow you to apply for a Long-Term Visit Pass for your parent.

2. It’s worth noting that compared to a normal Employment Pass, the spouse visa is not tied to a specific employer, which provides flexibility in employment options.

Hope that answers your question, and let us know if you need any help with the application!

Sincerely, The MISHU Editorial Team

I married a Malaysian and currently holds a long term social visit pass.

Can I work in malaysia?

Can I open a bank account in malaysia?

Hi Chee Wee,

Thank you for the question.

We forwarded it to our Employment Pass expert and here’s their reply:

1. Yes, a spouse visa allows you to work.

2. HOWEVER , you first need to apply for an Endorsement of Work Permit in Putrajaya or your nearest state immigration office.

3. The permit is free, though your spouse will need to be present at the application.

4. You should have no issues opening a bank account in Malaysia.

5. If you already have an account with an international bank, you can even try asking them if they can assist with connecting you with a Malaysian branch to start the process online.

Our representative will be getting in touch with you to check if you need further assistance.

Hope this helps, and all the best from us at the MISHU Editorial team 🙂

I have a query – I am employed and want bring mother-in-law to Malaysia on LTSVP. Can i apply on my own? what all documents will be needed? where can i find the forms? The url links provided are not working anymore.

Do i need to ask my company to initiate the process?

Thanks for getting in touch.

We reached out to our employment pass expert regarding your inquiry, and here’s their response:

1. Best to ask a company to handle it as LTSVP applications must be done through their Expatriate Services Division (ESD) account . 2. The required documents are as listed out in our guide. 3. The forms will be filled in online when submitting the application via the ESD portal.

Hope this helps!

By the way, we checked the links on this page and they’re all working fine, could you specify which links you found were broken? We’d greatly appreciate it.

Best regards, The MISHU Editorial Team

Hi, If I get a Long term visa pass, am I allowed to open a bank account and can I bring a shipment of my personal things? Thanks

1. A bank account opening is usually normally by company recommendation. 2. Your shipment of personal items will be subject to rules by the Malaysian Customs Department, so as long as there’s nothing on their list of prohibited items, you should be good. 3. However, if you’re asking whether a shipment of your items in included as a package with a LTVSP application, then we’re afraid not!

Hi, I’m a UK citizen with a Malaysia PR intending to return to Malaysia with my family. Would my wife be eligible for a LTSVP? Guidance online suggests this is available for spouses of a Malaysian citizen only. I would not need an employment pass to work in Malaysian given my PR status. Please advise. Thanks.

We apologise for the delayed response as our Employment Pass team was occupied – but they’ve seen your message and here’s their response:

1. As they’ve not encountered a similar situation to yours, they feel it would not be right to offer a professional opinion on the matter. 2. They suggest you contact the Immigration Department for a definitive answer.

Let us know if there’s any other questions you have, but I’m afraid that’s all we can offer on this matter.

I had worked in Malaysia for 7 years as an Account Payable Executive with MNC. Now I married with Malaysian husband, is it possible to apply for PR after LTSVP? How long do I need to hold for the LTSVP to apply for PR?

Dear Pricilla,

You’ll be eligible for PR application once you’ve been in Malaysia for at least five years .

So we hope to see you in five years!

My daughter recently married a foreigner in October 2023. My son in law has applied for a LTSV in October 2023 as well. Until today March 2024 his application is still pending. Wonder how long will it take to approve in immigration Sarawak?

Hello, I am currently holding a student visa now which will expire on May 9, 2024. My family is living here in malaysia with my step-dad being a malaysian citizen. I am planning to stay here for as long as possible. Am I applicable for a LTSVP to stay for 6 months or more? I am a Philippine citizen, can I apply this visa in philippines? Thank you.

My stepfather is a Singaporean, already 65year old . I and my wife as Malaysia citizen. We want take my stepfather to Malaysia for take care since his is single and no family in SG. We are not blood relation. Can we help him to apply LTSVP? how the process / document needed?

We appreciate the time-sensitive nature of your issue and our Employment Pass teammates will be contacting you as soon as possible.

Take care and all the best.

My LTSVP is got expired while I was in abroad n soon I got back to malaysia I went for a renewal, they said not able to renew the visa the immigration said not able to travel abroad

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How to Apply for Long Term Social Visit Pass (LTSVP) Malaysia – Spouse Visa (Sep 2022)

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• Where to get the Checklist and Apply: Any Immigration Department (Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia – JIM) office, it does not have to be location on the Malaysian spouse’s IC ( Comment: June 2022 )

List of Immigration Offices

• Get all the forms and checklist from the JIM. Ask the officer if you are required to make an appointment to submit the application or you can just walk in. The forms on this page are for reference only.
• Fill the forms in capital letters.
• Each state might have different forms, requirements and procedures.

Submit Application

• Bring all photocopy and original documents along for verification during application submission at the Immigration Department Office. For most states you can just walk in ( Comment Sep 2022 )
• The applicant and sponsor must be present.

Application of Wife or Husband to Citizen LTSVP (Spouse Visa)

Permohonan pas lawatan sosial (pls) – isteri atau suami kepada warganegara, documents required.

Enclose relevant supporting documents (Original and photocopy), namely:

• Form Imm.12 (Visit Pass Application Form) – Passport Photo of applicant is required (blue background)

Borang Permohonan Pas Lawatan. You can fill this form by handwriting in capital letters

• Form Imm.38 (Permohonan Untuk Visa – Visa Application) – 2 copies

Proof of Marriage

• Marriage certificate (Overseas Marriage certificate must be endorsed by the Embassy of that country)
• Extract of Marriage Register – Payment: RM50. Application is made using Form JPNKC09 at JPN office ( Carian/ Cabutan Daftar Perkahwinan ). You can get it from the JPN branch where your marriage registration took place. If the marriage was registered abroad, you have to get it from JPN Putrajaya.

*Some Immigration offices don’t require this, so check with them if a certified marriage certificate is sufficient.

Extract of Marriage Register

• Copy of child’s birth certificate (if any) – confirmation letter from the court if stepchild
• Latest Affidavit – the marriage exists and is still valid (Surat Akuan Sumpah Terkini – perkahwinan wujud dan masih sah) – two passport photos (blue background) . The declaration and form need to be certified and stamped by the Commissioner of Oaths.

 To confess that your marriage still exists and both of you still remain as husband and wife and have never been apart for five (5) years in a row – How to fill the form: Surat Akuan

Proof of Income

• Malaysian Sponsor Declaration Letter – Sponsor’s Income RM2,000 and above (Surat Akuan Penaja Tempatan – Pendapatan Penaja RM2,000 ke atas) – stamped by Commissioner of Oaths.

• Sponsor’s Proof of income (last 3 months salary slip (CTC by company)/ ​​bank book/ bank statement (CTC by Bank), EPF Statement, form J) 

Latest 3 months pay slip, Certified True Copy by the company

Bank Statement CTC by the bank

• Confirmation letter from the employer with letter head (If working) – Certified True copy (CTC) by the company
• Business license/ company ROC/ Form J  (If self -employed)

Borang J (for self-employed)

• If the Malaysian spouse/ sponsor is unemployed or has no source of income, some JIM accepts bank statement but others require the applicant to get another sponsor with income. You need a declaration letter to explain your financial situation.
• Sponsor statement form – Husband/ wife Interview (Borang kenyataan penaja – temuduga suami/ isteri)
• Declaration Letter to support husband/ wife’s social visit pass (Surat Akuan Suami/ Isteri bagi Menyokong Pas Lawatan Sosial – PLS)
• ‘Security Bond’ form (stamped RM10.00 at LHDN Office) – Payment for Security Bond can be made at the Immigration office or online.

How to fill Security Bond Form and Rates for Different Countries

• Sponsor and spouse’s identity card (certified true copy, CTC by JPN) and Birth certificate. If the sponsor is not the spouse, you will need both of their IC’s.
• Passport (all pages like the info page, visas, stamped pages) – Applicant and Sponsor. CTC not required for passports.
• Current Pass (Social/ Special) of the Applicant must be valid during time of application. If the pass is expired, you can apply for a Special Pass at the JIM – free of charge the first time, extension costs RM100.
• Wedding photo (Size: 4R) of the couple only, bride wearing wedding gown – Paste the photo on a white A4 paper. 
• Proof of residential address (utility bill)
• Rental agreement (with copy of landlord’s IC certified by JPN) or Sales and Purchase Agreement (SNP) document
• Why certain documents cannot be produced
• Parents allow you to stay at their house (if you are living with them)
• LTSVP Immigration Fee: RM90 to be by credit/ debit card
• Security Bond Fee to be paid online ( imi.gov.my/EBayaran )
• You may be informed to attend an interview before the approval can be made.
• After the application, you will receive an acknowledgment slip and you can call the number on the slip after 30 working days to find out the approval outcome ( Source )
• Some of the applicants had to wait around 2-3 months for the pass to be approved.
• While waiting for the outcome, the foreign applicant is not allowed to leave Malaysia.
• You will usually get a 6 months visa and can apply for extension after 6 months and you may get an extension of 3 – 5 years every renewal, depending on your case, example whether or not you have kids.
• You will get a Visa sticker to be placed on the passport 

Renewal/ Extension of Visit Pass

The online application can only be used for extension/ renewal not new application.

Manual: Imm. 55 Form (Extension of Visit Pass)

Extension fee: RM100

Online: You can use this link for renewal ePLSI . List of documents required will be shown in the online application.

Documents for Renewal

*This is just a guideline

Autogate System at the Airport

Long term visit pass holders who have a biometric passport with an electronic chip that complies with the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organisation) conditions, can use the E-Gate at KLIA ( Source ) 

Six Months Cooling Period

Some applicants mentioned that they were able to submit their LTSVP applications without the 6 months cooling period. It might be case by case basis, kindly clarify with the officer.

Jul 2022: In the comments here, some said that they submitted their LTSVP application right after marriage registration but others mentioned cooling period is still applicable.

Sep 2022:  Some said cooling period is only applicable to foreign husband. Others mentioned it’s not required.

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Thank you for all the information in this group. My British husband succeeded in applying for the Long Term Social Visit Pass (LTSVP) also known as the Malaysian Spouse Visa, in the first attempt itself. We would like to share our experience and the steps which we took in obtaining the LTSVP and hopefully, this serves as some sort of a guide to those who are applying. We have to admit that this is not an easy process. They will be lots of hurdles, challenges, delays, frustrations, countless of trips to the Immigration departments (we went there at least once every fortnight to get updates and were in and out of different government offices every week or so!) and etc. However, keep calm and know that with determination, persistence and LOTS of PATIENCE, the approval will come! 

WHICH IMMIGRATION BRANCH OFFICE TO APPLY

The first/new LTSVP application must be made in the Immigration state branch office in accordance with the address stated in the Malaysian Spouse NRIC. In our case, the address in my NRIC is in Klang and hence, the Immigration Branch Office that we went to for the LTSVP application is the Jabatan Imigresen Negeri Selangor in Bangunan PKNS, Shah Alam. 

WHAT HAPPENED IF THE SOCIAL PASS/SPECIAL PASS OF THE FOREIGN SPOUSE EXPIRED BEFORE OR DURING THE LTSVP APPLICATION

The social pass/special pass must be valid at the time of the submission of the LTSVP application. We had to renew and extend my husband’s social pass and later on special pass several times during the process. We obtained the first extension from the Immigration Putrajaya Immigration Department on the grounds of “referring to state Immigration for LTSVP process”. The second extension was also obtained from the Putrajaya Immigration Department on the grounds of “pending LTSVP application”. The third extension was done in the Shah Alam immigration on the grounds of “pending LTSVP decision”. The third renewals and onwards required an appeal letter or “Surat Rayuan”. In our case, the immigration officer in the Shah Alam Immigration prepared the said Surat Rayuan for us and we just had to sign it accordingly. With that, we obtained the third extension without any difficulty. His third extension expired once again when the LTSVP was still pending approval. We checked with the immigration officer in the Shah Alam office to see if we require the fourth extension. According to the officer, if the pass expires when a LTSVP has been accepted for processing and is pending decision, no further extension is required. However, if the application comes back to the applicant requiring further information/documents to support the application, then an extension of pass must be made. 

HOW LONG WAS THE LTSVP APPLICATION PROCESS?

We applied on 16 November 2021 and obtained approval on 11 February 2022. Our documents for submission were complete and in order and hence we were not called up in between to submit further information / documents in support of our application. If the immigration calls up for submission of further or additional information/document, the process might be delayed and could not take longer.

HOW SOON CAN YOU APPLY FOR LTSVP?

In our case, we applied immediately right after our Registration of Marriage. Note that the 6 months waiting period is no longer applicable. We went to the Immigration Office in Shah Alam on the very same day with our ROM, right after the signing ceremony to get the list of documents required and then went back a week later with the complete documents for submissions.

FEES INVOLVED

Every extension of social visit pass/special pass : RM100 LTSVP application fees : RM90 Security Bond : differs according to the country of the foreign spouse. For British foreign spouses, the security bond is RM1,500.00.

🗂DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR THE LTSVP APPLICATION

🗂 The list of documents required is different in every immigration branches and the list gets updated very frequently so make sure you get the latest list from the relevant immigration branch right before your application. The following documents, in both originals and photocopies, must be brought along during submission.

📌 Borang IM.12 Borang Permohonan Pas Lawatan Required : Foreign spouse passport sized photos

📌Borang IM. 38 Permohonan Untuk Visa

📌Sijil Daftar Perkahwinan / Marriage Certificate

📌Cabutan Daftar Perkahwinan. This is different from Marriage Certificate. This can be obtained by applying for it at the JPN Putrajaya office. The fee is RM50 per copy. The original copy must be submitted to the Immigration Department.

📌 Surat Penaja Required : Latest 3 months payslips of sponsor, latest 3 months bank statements of sponsor, NRIC copy of sponsor, latest 3 months EPF statements of sponsor

📌Surat Akuan Isteri Menurut Undang-undang Required : This needs to be affirmed by a Commissioner for Oaths / Notary Public

📌Surat Akuan Required : Passport sized photos of both husband and wife, and this form needs to be affirmed by a Commissioner for Oaths / Notary Public

📌Akuan Suami/Isteri Bagi Menyokong Permohonan Lawatan Sosial Oleh Suami/Isteri kepada Warganegara

📌Security Bond Required : A witness and this must be endorsed by Setem Hasil LHDN RM 10. Buy a RM10 setem hasil from any post office and then bring it to the LHDN office for endorsement.

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📌Birth certificate of the Malaysian spouse

📌Birth certificate of the Foreign spouse, the copy must be endorsed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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📌Sales and Purchase Agreement for home We hope these information are useful to those who need it and for those applying for LTSVP or waiting for a decision on it, GOOD LUCK! 🌟💫

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Thursday 7 December 2023

Transferring spouse pass (ltsvp) to a new passport.

I recently replaced my passport. Once I had received it I decided to transfer my LTSVP to the new passport at Jalan Duta (KL).

Some people suggest that you can leave it until you renew your LTSVP and have the new pass put directly into the new passport, but there are 2 potential issues with this:

1) You will not be able to renew your LTSVP online and will have to try to get an appointment to apply for renewal in person. Getting an appointment for renewals can be difficult.

2) If you intend to travel then the pass must be in your passport (you may also need the pass in your passport if you are ever stopped by immigration)

In advance of submitting my request I went to Jalan Duta to ask about the process and was told that I needed an STO appointment, my Malaysian spouse to be present and to complete Surat Akuan, Imm55 & Im38. Therefore I had a Surat Akuan attested at a Commissioner For Oaths (cost RM30) and completed the other forms.

But when I returned on my STO appointment date with these forms I was told that they weren’t needed. Instead the correct process is:

a) Make STO appointment, choose the correct office, the ‘Kupitan Passport' option and your preferred time and date https://sto.imi.gov.my/STO/home.php 

b) Complete the IM12 form (and attach passport photo) and bring it to your appointment. You can get IM12 from Immigration or download it online

c) Bring originals and copies of the following to your appointment:

i) Old and new passports (copy of bio pages only)

ii) Marriage certificate

iii) Spouse IC (copy of both sides)

iv) Current LTSVP

It took 2.5 hours from taking a number to collecting the passports, but I was not charged a fee for transferring the LTSVP.

My new passport has now been registered on the Immigration system so I can use it for renewal of LTSVP, and I can also use it at the e-Gates when travelling through KLIA1 and KLIA2.

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Tuesday 23 November 2021

Renewing your long term social visit pass in malaysia (spouse visa) online *updated feb 2022*.

For Putrajaya get the forms from Immigration or from this link

For Jalan Duta get the forms from Immigration.

**Once your application has been submitted download and save a copy of the application confirmation as Immigration may ask to see it**.

Approval and payment process:

The new online process is quick. My application was approved within 3 days and an appointment for collection made for a few days after that.

Once your application has been approved you will receive an email asking you to:

1) Make payment of the visa fees at https://imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/myimms/main?visapas

2) Make an appointment to collect your new pass.  https://www.imi.gov.my/

Choose the correct office, the ‘Kupitan Passport / social visit pass collection’ or ‘Kupitan Pelekat ePLSI’ option and your preferred time and date.

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Malaysia immigration processes: Long term social visit pass application as well as passport renewals

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Under the social visit pass application service, the application, payment, and review will be done online. Applicants will only have to be present for the confirmation. 

As clarified by the Immigration Department of Malaysia (JIM), online pass extension applications  for those intending to enter Malaysia are allowed for the following categories:

• Pass for Malaysia citizens' spouse
• Long-term social visit pass
• Pas lawatan ikthisas (Professional Visit Pass, also known as PLIK)

Under this service, the application, payment, and review will be done online. Applicants will only have to be present for the confirmation. 

The application process for the abovementioned pass groups is as follows: 

• Register or log in using user ID on the website,
• Select the relevant application category, fill in the form and upload the required documents,
• Applications will be reviewed by an immigration officer,
• Application result will be emailed to the applicant within three working days. Applicants may also check the application status on the portal,
• Upon approval, applicants must make the payment online,
• Applicants are then required to visit the Malaysian immigration office with the original documents for the sticker acceptance process.

In similar news, JIM has also clarified the online application process extension for the Temporary Work Visit Pass (PLKS) .

The process flow is as follows:

• Register/log in,
• Fill in the advanced application,
• Upload documents,
• Send the application,
• Online payment,
• Accept the pass.

Malaysian passport renewal online applications

Lastly, JIM has also provided clarification on the online Malaysian passport renewal application process.

The following groups of Malaysians are eligible for online applications for passport renewals:

• Application for renewal of Malaysian passport while overseas
• Malaysian citizens aged 13 and above
• The validity period of the current passport must be less than 12 months

However, if the application falls under any of the following categories, the applicant will still need to apply physically at the counter:

• First time applications,
• Children below the age of 13,
• Lost/damaged passport,
• Students under 21 years of age who intend to continue their degree studies abroad,
• People with disabilities.

At the same time, walk-ins are allowed for the following categories: 

• First time applications
• Extension applications for children 13 years and under
• Lost / damaged passports
• Seniors (60 years old and above)
• People with disabilities
• Students under 21 years of age who intend to continue their degree studies abroad
• Haj pilgrims

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Long term social visit pass in Malaysia

The Long-Term Social Visit Pass in Malaysia (LTSVP) is a visit pass issued for a foreigner when they need to stay a short period of time in the country for less than 6 months. The validity of increasing the number of stay period can be extended according to the conditions done. The applicant spouse can be given the LTSVP for a duration of 5 years in a condition where they need to be obliged to the conditions given.

As for this visit pass, a foreigner can be involved in doing any work which is paid in the country, they can also start a business during the stay and also start a professional occupation where it will not be necessary to change the visiting visa to an employment visa or visitors pass which is for temporary employment.

THE SERVICES PROVIDED FOR LONG-TERM SOCIAL VISIT PASS IN MALAYSIA (LTSVP):

• Certification
• Entry Permit
• Certification of Identity
• Foreign Worker
• Foreign Domestic Helper (FDH)
• Pass for Visiting
• Special Program
• APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC)
• Passport and Visa
• Enforcement
• Entry Requirement into Malaysia
• Terms of Departure from Malaysia
• Travel Document
• Border Pass
• Free Flow Facility

APPLYING FOR LONG-TERM SOCIAL VISIT PASS IN MALAYSIA (LTSVP):

• An applicant who is married to Malaysian can apply for a LTSVP which has numerous times of entries within 5 years
• There are various reports where each one of them are different and not similar about the duration period of acceptance in the initial application.
• Mostly it takes around 1 year to complete the initial stage for renewing the pass for a period of 5 years. But it can also take 6 months for the initial application to complete. Therefore, according to the immigration office is it stated that it depends on the country's passport due to which the duration period of renewal can vary.
• If a foreigner holds the LTSVP it will not be necessary for them to convert their visa if they want to work in the country.

APPLICATION PROCESS FOR LONG-TERM SOCIAL VISIT PASS IN MALAYSIA (LTSVP):

• The application process of LTSVP is a straightforward procedure with numerous conflicts which includes various features as per the immigration website is shown as per the immigration office.
• The applicant should go to the immigration office to collect the checklist and forms. The office timing in each places of Malaysia differs and accordingly there should be
• Both the applicant which includes the Malaysian spouse needs to go together to Lembaga Hasil Dalam Negeri (LHDN).
• Later the applicant needs to complete all the other forms which include form of Immigration 55 which is required for the application. All together the remaining documents and supporting information.
•  Applicant and their Malaysian spouse need to got to immigration will the documents which is required to be submitted. A ticket will be given for the applicants turn and once when it’s the applicants turn the forms will be asked by the officer. After 1 hour the officer will call the applicant back to confirm the print out and will ask the applicant to return to the office in a certain date. Mostly it takes around 2 weeks.
• It will not be necessary for the Malaysian spouse to come again

DOCUMENTS NEEDED FOR LONG-TERM SOCIAL VISIT PASS IN MALAYSIA (LTSVP):

• Confirmation Printout
• Funds in Cash which can be approximately up to RM 1,500 plus RM 90 for 1-year pass
• The amount should be collected only in Bank Islam ATM in the building
• Bond receipt copy

The bond is refundable if the applicant would like to leave the country but it is suggested for them to keep the original receipt safely.

QUESTIONNAIRE:

What is LTSVP?

It means Long Term Social Visit Pass where a foreigner who lives in Malaysia and is married to a Malaysian spouse can apply for this long-term pass. It is also called as Spouse Visa.

How long is LTSVP valid?

The pass is valid for 5 years

Does the foreigner get automatically Malaysian citizen if he gets married to a Malaysian citizen?

It can be a No or a Yes, it depends on the destination where the foreigner wants to settle and also the background of his or hers.

How long does it take to approve the pass?

Depending on a person country it takes around 6 months to 1 year

What is the amount of funds required to apply LTSVP?

Funds in Cash is approximately up to RM 1,500 plus RM 90 for 1-year pass totally RM 1,590.

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Long Term Social Visit Pass – Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia

• Foreign husbands/wives to Malaysians can be given Visit Pass (social) for a period of 5 years on condition they comply with all the requirements.
• They are also allowed to be engaged in any form of paid employment or in any business or professional occupation without converting their social Visit Pass status to Employment Pass or Visit Pass (Temporary employment).

Terms and condition Employment of Citizen’s Spouse

• The marriage is legally under the respective Malaysia Laws.
• The applicant is eligible to be given a long term Social Visit Pass or has already been issued such a pass as a foreign husband and wife to Malaysia.
• The respective employment or business or professional occupation does not contravene any law or regulation in Malaysia.
• The permission to engage in paid employment or business or professional occupation must be endorsed on the applicant’s passport by the Director General Of Immigration, Malaysia or any authorized Immigration officer.
• The applicant has fulfilled all requirements as specified by the Director General of Immigration, Malaysia for the Social Visit Pass to him/her as a husband or wife of a Malaysian and for the purpose of endorsing permission for him/her to be engaged in paid employment or business or professional occupation.

Employment Approval Procedure

• Application can be made at Visa, Pass and Permit Division, Immigration Department of Malaysia (Headquarters) or at any State Immigration Office.
• Application can be submitted together with the application for a Social Visit Pass or after the Social Visit Pass has been issued.
• Required supporting documents :
• Marriage Certificate;
• Offer Letter from Company/Government Agency or Business/Company’s registration.

Required Documents for Long Term Social Visit Pass

A. Child/stepchild of Malaysian citizen/Undetermined citizenship status

• Form Imm.12/Imm.55
• Form Imm.38
• Parent’s Identification Card
• Children’s Birth Certificate
• Court Order of child custody (child under 18 years)
• Parent’s Marriage Certificate
• Parent’s death certificate (if required)
• Confirmation/Certificate of Status from National Registration Department

B. Foreigner aged 60 and above with no familyin country of origin but has family support in Malaysia

• Personal Bond
• Statutory Declaration from Malaysian /Permanent Resident sponsor
• Sponsor’s Identification Card

C. Immediate family member’s of foreign student

• Form Imm.55
• Form Imm.38 (if required)
• Confirmation letter from University/college
• Birth Certificate
• Supporting documents of family ties from their country’s representative
• Marriage certificate
• Child’s Birth Certificate

D. Spouse of Malaysian citizen

• Form Imm.12/ Imm.55
• Marriage Certificate
• Statutory Declaration marriage is still subsisting
• Security Bond
• Sponsor/spouse identification card
• Sponsor/spouse proof of income
• 2 passports size photographs of husband and wife
• Sponsor/spouse passport
• Wedding photographs

E. Abused foreign wife of Malaysian citizen

• Form Imm.12/ Form Imm.55
• Malaysia Marriage Certificate
• Child’s Birth Certificate (where applicable)
• Statutory Declaration (husband has left)
• Covering letter of local sponsor
• Sponsor’s identification card
• Sponsor’s proof of financial support (income of equivalent to or more than RM2,000/month)
• Police / Hospital Report of abuse /other supporting documents

F. Divorced foreign wife of citizen

• Divorce Certificate
• Statutory Declaration (still a divorcee)

G. Foreign widow of Citizen

• Husband’s Death Certificate
• Statutory Declaration (status-still a widow)

H. For treatment in Malaysia Medical Institution including one (1) person accompanying

• Form Imm. 38
• Letter from Government Hospital / Specialist Hospital

I. Long Term Social Visit Pass for Spouses & children of Expatriate

• Supporting letter from the employer
• Authorization letter from the employer
• 2 copies of Form Imm.10
• 2 copies of Form Imm.12
• Form Imm.38 (where required)
• Passport copies of the expatriate family members
• Expatriate approval letter
• 2 Recent photograph of applicant

J. Facilities for foreign domestic helper accompanying employer for medical treatment/ tourism/meetings/ Courses and attending seminars in Malaysia

• Proof of working as a foreign domestic helper
• Supporting documents of work permit in country of employer

K. Wife of Permanent Resident

• 1 Photocopy of husband’s Identity Card
• 1 Photocopy of husband’s Entry Permit
• 1 Photocopy of wife’s passport (all pages)
• 1 Photocopy of marriage certificate ( if marriage is registered overseas please attach a Photocopy of certificate)
• 2 Passport sized photographs of wife
• The age of marriage must be above 6 months
• 2 sets of Form Imm. 47
• 1 set of Form Imm. 55
• 1 set of Form Imm. 38

L. Spouse of Malaysian citizen

• 2 sets of Form Imm.55
• 2 sets of Form Imm.38
• Form Imm.12
• Statement form from Malaysian sponsor
• Husband’s and wife’s particulars form
• Additional information form
• Security Bond (with RM10.00 stamp duty)
• Photocopy of husband’s/wife’s birth certificate
• Photocopy of husband’s/wife’s Identification Card
• Photocopy of Marriage Certificate (marriage abroad)
• Photocopy of Malaysian Marriage Certificate
• Photocopy of Divorce/Death Certificate (if applicable)
• Photocopy of children’s birth certificate
• Trading License/ROC form/Form J (Proprietor)
• Supporting letter from employer (Employee)
• Income statement (Form J/bank book/3 months salary slip)
• Residential address
• Photocopy of husband’s/wife’s passport

M. Long Term Social Visit Pass extension for Spouse of Malaysian Citizen

• Photocopy of Marriage Certificate (Malaysia/abroad)
• All photocopies document should be brought together with the original.
• Application or extension involves China and African countries national should be submitted to Malaysia Immigration Department Head Quarters.
• Applicant/spouses to be present before the Immigration officer.

Working permit for Spouse of Malaysian Citizen

• Foreign husband/wife is permitted to work in Malaysia without having to change their Social Visit Pass to Employment Pass with condition of acquiring working approval from the Immigration Department.
• The approval is in the form of endorsement and be given on the passport/travel document.
• The endorsement is given without fee (free).
• The endorsement entitled the holder to work in any legal profession.
• The application for the endorsement can be made at the Visa, Pass and Permit Division Immigration Head Quarters or at the nearest states Immigration offices.
• The permit can be applied at any time after or during the submission of the Social visit pass.
• Application letter together with a copy of letter of appointment/company registration evidence, marriage certificate and valid long term social visit pass are required for the approval consideration.

Source: http://www.imi.gov.my/index.php/en/pass/long-term-social-visit-pass

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Complete guide to obtaining a long term pass for spouses and family members of Malaysian citizens

A Malaysian Long Term Social Visit Pass is issued to foreign nationals who want to stay in Malaysia for a period longer than six months.

It is issued to the family members of Employment Pass holders or spouses of Malaysian citizens as well as to foreigners who need to undergo medical treatment in Malaysia.

However, the Malaysia Long Term Social Visit Pass is most commonly issued to the spouses/family members of Malaysians or Malaysian foreign residents, which is why it’s known as a Malaysia spouse visa.

This article will detail the requirements and conditions of a Malaysia spouse visa.

Who is Eligible for a Malaysia Long Term Social Visit Pass?

As the name suggests, the Malaysian Long Term Social Visit Pass (spouse visa) is available to:

• The foreign national spouse of a Malaysian citizen
• Common-law spouse
• Children over 21 (they must not be married)
• Parents or parents-in-law
• Foreign nationals seeking medical treatment in Malaysia and 1 companion

Requirements for a Malaysia Long Term Social Visit Pass

When applying for a Malaysian Long Term Social Visit Pass, applicants must submit the following documents to the Immigration Department of Malaysia:

• Two copies of the visa applications forms IMM.12, IMM.55, and IMM.38
• Complete copies of the applicant’s passport, including personal information pages, previous visas, and the cover.

Documents required for the spouse of a Malaysian citizen:

• Photocopy of Marriage Certificate
• Malaysian Sponsor Statement form
• Security Bond stamped with a RM10.00 revenue stamp
• 2 passport-size pictures of both spouses
• Statutory Declaration regarding the status of marriage (proof it is still in effect)
• Photocopies of the children’s birth certificates (if applicable)
• Photocopy of birth certificate
• Photocopy of ID card
• Wedding pictures
• Address of residence of Malaysian citizen
• If Malaysian citizen is employed:  Supporting letter from the employer of Malaysian citizen
• Trading License
• Income statements of the Malaysian citizen.

Documents required for the family members of Employment Pass holders:

• A supporting letter from the EP holder’s employer
• An authorization letter from the EP holder’s employer
• 2 recent passport-size pictures of the applicant/s
• Marriage certificate (if applicable)
• Birth certificates of children, or adoption papers (as applicable)
• Custody papers, if applicable
• Complete photocopies of all the applicants’ passports
• EP holder’s Letter of Approval
• Personal Bond stamped with a RM10.00 revenue stamp
• A Statutory Declaration from the Malaysian citizen or permanent resident
• The ID of the sponsor

Documents required for medical treatment:

• An official letter from the relevant Government or Specialist Hospital

Keep in mind,  that this is not a complete list of required documents. Applicants/sponsors must enquire with the Malaysia Immigration Department about a full list of documents.

When submitting documents, all the photocopies have to be accompanied by the original.

Additionally, the birth/marriage certificates have to be  Certified True Copy (CTC) by an Embassy/Consulate of the specific country.

All the documents have to be in English. If they are not, they must be translated by either the relevant Embassy/Consulate or Institut Terjemahan Buku Malaysia.

How to apply the Malaysia spouse visa?

It is the  Immigration Department of Malaysia  who issues the Long Term Social Visit Pass.

The Malaysian citizen/EP holder has to submit the application along with the required documents (see below) to the Immigration Department or an Immigration Office in Malaysia prior to the arrival of the foreign national.

If the applicant is  the spouse of a Malaysian citizen , he/she must be present along with the Malaysian when applying for the Long Term Social Visit Pass at the Immigration Department.

Malaysia Visa With Reference for a Long Term Social Visit Pass

Before the foreign national can travel to Malaysia, he/she must get a Visa With Reference (VDR) from the nearest Malaysian embassy/consulate.

To apply for a Malaysian Visa With Reference, they’ll need a Visa Approval Letter from the Immigration Department (ie. the reference) beforehand.

All foreign nationals who travel to Malaysia for purposes other than tourism must apply for a VDR.

Documents required for a Malaysia Visa With Reference are:

• Visa applications forms IMM.12, IMM.55, and IMM.38
• Visa With Reference questionnaire form
• Two recent photographs of both spouses/applicants
• Copies of both spouses passports/applicants
• ID card of the Malaysian sponsor/spouse
• Copy of marriage certificate
• Statutory Declaration regarding the status of marriage
• Security Bond stamped with an RM10.00 revenue stamp
• Birth certificate of children, if applicable
• Proof of the sponsor’s financial income

Keep in mind  that this is not a complete list of requirements. Please check the website of the relevant Malaysian embassy/consulate or contact them to learn of the complete requirements and their opening hours.

Duration of the Malaysia Spouse Visa

The Long Term Social Visit Pass is issued for a minimum of six months and a maximum of five years. It can be renewed before it expires.

Working with a Malaysia Long Term Social Visit Pass

Family members of Employment Pass holders, cannot work with simply a Long Term Social Visit Pass. If they find an employer, they must apply for their own Employment Pass.

Working permit for Spouse of Malaysian Citizen

Spouses of Malaysian citizens can work in Malaysia without having to change their Long Term Social Visit Pass into an Employment Pass.

Instead, they have to get an endorsement to work in their passport by the Immigration Department of Malaysia, which is free of charge.

To apply for the work endorsement, the spouse has to submit a letter of application along with the letter of appointment or company registration evidence, their marriage certificate and their valid Long Term Social Visit Pass to the Visa, Pass and Permit Division of the  Immigration Headquarters or the nearest state Immigration office.

If the Malaysia Long Term Social Visit Pass holder gets a work endorsement, they are allowed to work in any profession.