Malaysia Begins Issuing Multiple-Entry Visas for Bangladeshis

Malaysia has begun issuing Multiple-entry visas (MEVs) for Bangladeshi workers, a move confirmed by the country’s Home Ministry on August 8.

According to the ministry, the MEV facility will be coordinated by the immigration department at international entry points for valid PLKS holders. These visas will be issued as part of the process for extending the PLKS permit for the following year.

The introduction of MEVs aims to improve the management of migrant worker movements, reduce the misuse of immigration passes, and ease congestion caused by new visa applications at Malaysian missions abroad. This initiative is expected to streamline travel and work processes for Bangladeshi workers in Malaysia.

Malaysia has officially begun issuing Multiple-entry visas (MEVs) for Bangladeshi workers, a significant development aimed at facilitating smoother travel and work arrangements for migrant labourers. The country’s Home Ministry confirmed this new policy on August 8, emphasizing that the MEV initiative will be coordinated through the immigration department at all international entry points for valid PLKS permit holders.

The MEVs will be issued as part of the process when extending the existing PLKS (Temporary Work Permit) for the following year, allowing workers to enter and exit Malaysia multiple times without the need to reapply for a new visa for every trip. This new facility is expected to greatly ease the administrative burden on both the migrant workers and the Malaysian immigration system.

This step is designed to improve the overall management of migrant worker movements within Malaysia. It seeks to minimise the misuse of immigration passes, which has been a growing concern, by providing a more efficient and controlled system for workers who regularly travel in and out of the country.

Additionally, the MEV issuance is set to reduce congestion and delays at Malaysian diplomatic missions abroad, which often experience heavy traffic due to frequent visa applications. By allowing multiple entries under one visa, workers can avoid the hassle of repeated visa applications, thereby reducing wait times and streamlining the process.

For Bangladeshi workers, who make up a significant portion of Malaysia’s migrant labour force, the MEV is a welcome development. It is expected to provide greater flexibility for workers who may need to visit their home country for family, health, or other reasons, without jeopardising their employment status in Malaysia.

Officials from both countries are optimistic that this new visa arrangement will strengthen bilateral cooperation on labour migration and support the continued welfare of Bangladeshi workers in Malaysia. The introduction of MEVs reflects Malaysia’s commitment to modernising its immigration system and responding to the evolving needs of its migrant workforce.

Overall, the move to issue Multiple-entry visas marks a positive step forward in ensuring better protection, convenience, and regulatory control for migrant workers, while also fostering more efficient management of immigration processes in Malaysia.