Menu
Expat.com

Can i enter in malaysia if my mdec letter has expired?

Post new topic

rjaney

Hi all,

I came here to seek for help, can i enter malaysia when my mdec letter has expired?

This is what happened, i applied for ref visa in philippines last oct 16, 2018 and was approved. It will expire on jan 16,2018 since it is 3 months validity. But mdec letter will expire this coming november 5, 2018. I still have to wait for the peoa registration to be completed, but it will take 3 weeks to process and surely not finish before nov 5.

What do you think of this situation? Help.

See also

Business license in MalaysiaVisas for MalaysiaWork permit in MalaysiaAbout MalaysiaEP cancellation procedure
Gravitas

I don't think you would be able to get the Stage II (i.e. stamping of EP) done if the Visa Approval Letter has expired. The employer would need to reapply, once you have the clearances in PH.

In fact, it is very strange that you have an Visa Approval Letter, because usually Malaysian immigration would not approve an application without the PH approvals having been obtained.

rjaney

Thank you.

rjaney

Gravitas wrote:

I don't think you would be able to get the Stage II (i.e. stamping of EP) done if the Visa Approval Letter has expired. The employer would need to reapply, once you have the clearances in PH.

In fact, it is very strange that you have an Visa Approval Letter, because usually Malaysian immigration would not approve an application without the PH approvals having been obtained.


Thank you for your reply. Currently I have the single entry visa valid for 3 months. So with your explanation, my employer should reapply to get mdec letter and after that I need to re apply for reference visa here in ph? Correct me if im wrong.

Articles to help you in your expat project in Malaysia

  • Driving in Malaysia
    Driving in Malaysia

    You are moving to Malaysia and want to drive for work or travel there? Follow our guide!

  • Kuala Lumpur's neighbourhoods
    Kuala Lumpur's neighbourhoods

    Kuala Lumpur is a real megalopolis, surrounded by suburbs and neighborhoods so different from each other that they ...

  • Internships in Malaysia
    Internships in Malaysia

    Are you a student or recent graduate who wishes to develop your expertise while experiencing a work environment ...

  • Buying property in Kuala Lumpur
    Buying property in Kuala Lumpur

    When you plan to move to another country or another city, your first concern is undoubtedly where you are going to ...

  • Expat death in Malaysia
    Expat death in Malaysia

    The loss of a loved one is always a painful ordeal, but also often complicated for those left behind, especially ...

  • Moving with your pet to Malaysia
    Moving with your pet to Malaysia

    If you have a cat or a dog that you cannot part with, transporting it to Malaysia is an important decision. ...

  • Phones and Internet in Malaysia
    Phones and Internet in Malaysia

    Malaysians are known to be social media addicts, so there's no shame if internet access is one of your main ...

  • The Malaysian lifestyle
    The Malaysian lifestyle

    Malaysia is such a melting pot of geographical, cultural and social diversity that there is something for ...

All of Malaysia's guide articles