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The Malaysian Dependent Pass, also known as the Dependent Visa for Malaysia, allows foreign citizens to bring their family with them to Malaysia if they are there for employment or study.
However, not every holder of an employment or student pass is able to bring family members to Malaysia. There are also restrictions on which family members you may bring.
It makes studying abroad more difficult when you miss your family. Low-cost options for overseas students include bringing their families.
Eligibility criteria
You may bring your dependents with you provided you meet the following requirements:
- A Category 1 Employment Pass holder (in a key role in the company and with a monthly salary of at least RM10,000).
- A Category 2 Employment Pass holder (in a managerial and professional position in a company and with a monthly salary between RM 5,000 and RM 9,999).
- A holder of the Malaysia Student Pass who is pursuing Master’s and Ph.D. studies at a Malaysian academic institution.
Employment Pass Category 3, Temporary Employment Pass, and Professional Visit Pass holders are not permitted to apply for Dependent Passes for their family members.
Student Pass holders who are enrolled in a BA program or below or a language school are not permitted to apply for a Dependent Pass Malaysia for their families.
All postgraduate students, both public and private, are able to apply for dependent permits on behalf of their families.
Undergraduate students pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree will be able to apply for dependent permits on behalf of their family only if they are nationals of the following countries:
- Saudi Arabia
- Bahrain
- United Arab Emirates (UAE)
- Turkey
- Qatar
- Azerbaijan
- Palestinian Territories
- Kuwait
- Yemen
- Iran
- Syria
- Oman
- Jordan
- Lebanon
- Iraq
- Libya
- Maldives
Application for Dependent Passes for Children of International Students
Children under the age of 18 can stay and study in Malaysia as long as they have a dependent permit issued by their parents.
Children of overseas students aged 18 and above must apply for a student pass individually if they desire to study in Malaysia.
FAQs
How long will my pass be valid?
- Immigration will grant a Long Term Social Visit Permit (LTSVP) to your dependents for a maximum of 12 months at a time.
- The LTSVP is only valid when the student possesses a valid student pass.
How Much Does it Cost?
A non-refundable processing fee of MYR 250 will be charged to each dependent pass applicant (USD 60).
How long does it take to process for dependent pass?
Allow 3–4 weeks for processing.
What Can I Do or Not Do with this Pass?
Dependents are not permitted if you are studying for a Certificate or Diploma level.
You can apply for a Dependent Pass for your immediate family members (Parents, Spouse, and Children only).