Neighboring Malaysia is targeting an increase in visitors, particularly those for work or business purposes. Therefore, the country has introduced a major update to its immigration policy through the Overstay Management Program, designed to ease penalties for short overstay violations and simplify the process of legalizing foreign workers.
This new rule allows Employment Pass (EP) and Dependent Pass (DP) holders who have overstayed up to 90 days to resolve the issue by paying a standard fine, without having to undergo a complex investigation or lengthy law enforcement procedures.
Under the new Overstay Management Program framework, foreign nationals who overstay their visas by up to 90 days can now resolve their cases. This replaces the previous system that required those who overstayed by more than 30 days to undergo an Overstay Investigation Paper (OIP), a procedure that was often time-consuming and stressful. By simplifying this process, Malaysia aims to create a more efficient, predictable and hassle-free immigration experience for foreign professionals and their families, helping companies run smoother operations while supporting a better immigration legal system.
