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Maid VDR & Work Permit Application

Applications for the approval of foreign domestic maids and the First-Year Work Permit can be submitted at any State Immigration Office corresponding to the employer's address. We are here to assist you in completing both applications with the highest level of professionalism. Below, we have provided some key information to guide you through the process!

Domestic Maid Visa With Reference (Visa Dengan Rujukan, VDR)

Visa With Reference (VDR), commonly known as Calling Visa, is the required documents for bringing in a Foreign Domestic Maid. It is one of the required document for Foreign Domestic Maid to apply for Malaysia eVisa. It is also a required document to apply for Domestic Maid's First-Year Work Permit. Below are the documents required for this application:

  1. The new application form (PRA1)

  2. Replacement Form for Foreign Domestic Maid (PRA2)

  3. Form IM 12. (Application PLKS)

  4. Form IM 38. (Visa Application)

  5. Personal Bond which has been stamped with an RM10.00 revenue stamp

  6. Employment Agreement for Foreign Domestic Helpers which has been stamped with an RM10.00 revenue stamp (2 sets of originals and copies)

  7. Copy of Foreign Domestic Maid’s passport

  8. Medical Report from the country of origin which has been certified by a clinic appointed by the Ministry of Health Malaysia

  9. Declaration form for employing Muslim Foreign Domestic Maids and Declaration form for Muslim Foreign Domestic Maids. (For non-Muslim employers only)

  10. Proof of regular income of both husband and wife:

    • the EPF statement and payslip (last 3 months) OR

    • e-BE / IRB statement of receipt and payment slip

  11. Copy of identity card of both husband and wife

  12. Supporting documents for the application of Foreign Domestic Maid (like birth certificates, medical certification of family illness)

  13. Marriage certificate (for the first time application only) Admission Procedures For Foreign Domestic Maid.

The extensive list of required documents may seem overwhelming, but don’t worry—we're here to assist! With our services, the VDR application process will be smooth and hassle-free for you.

First-Year Work Permit

The Domestic Maid First-Year Work Permit, also known as the Temporary Employment Visitor's Pass (Pas Lawatan Kerja Sementara, PLKS) or "first-year sticker," is the initial legal work permit for any foreign domestic maid entering Malaysia. Employers must submit the application to the relevant State Immigration Office within 30 days of the maid's arrival. Alternatively, employers can appoint a licensed agent to handle the application process.

Stamping a Document

Required Documents

  1. Application Form of "Printing Sticker" Two Copies

  2. Application Letter with Worker Name List

  3. Authorization Letter and 3 months of EPF Statement (If Represented)

  4. SSM Form 9

  5. SSM Form 49

  6. IC Copy of Employer and Representative 

  7. Levy Payment Receipt

  8. Original and Copy of Visa With Reference (VDR)

  9. Copy of Maid's Passport and Entry Stamp

  10. Maid's Original Passport

  11. Fomema Result Suitable

  12. PERSESO 

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