Malaysia Work Visa Timeline: What to Expect (and Avoid)
The visa process takes 4–6 weeks—if everything goes right. But delays are common. Here’s how to plan ahead and stay on track.
Brendon Lai
4/14/20251 min read
Processing Time and Common Bottlenecks
On average, the work visa process takes 4–6 weeks, but bottlenecks can happen if:
Documents are not translated or notarized properly
The Expatriate Post approval is delayed
The local company has compliance issues or unpaid taxes
The Ministry requests additional info mid-process
⚠️ Reminder: Do not assume approval — always wait for confirmation before booking travel or onboarding