Hire Foreign Workers Malaysia
Derasniaga supports employers who need to hire foreign workers in Malaysia through a structured, compliance-first recruitment process.
From workforce planning and quota applications to source-country coordination, documentation, medical screening, and arrival support, we manage the end-to-end foreign worker recruitment journey for manufacturers, logistics operators, plantation companies, and service businesses across Kuala Lumpur, Shah Alam, Petaling Jaya, and Klang.
Process Flow - Recruitment of Foreign Workers in Malaysia
Navigate Malaysia’s foreign worker recruitment process with greater clarity. From documentation and quota applications to worker sourcing, immigration approvals, arrival and onboarding, Derasniaga coordinates each stage to help employers build their workforce efficiently while meeting applicable regulatory requirements.
Check Company's Eligibility
Check whether your company and industry sector is eligible to apply for foreign worker quota.
There are various factors to verify such as whether your company falls within approved sectors, minimum operating requirement, records of statutory contributions [EPF (KWSP) & SOCSO (PERKESO)], possess valid Certificate of Accomodation (to comply with Akta 446 - Akta Standard Minimum Perumahan, Penginapan dan Kemudahan Pekerja 1990) for workers as well as Local Hiring Prerequisite (Section 60K).
Complete Local Hiring Requirement
Prior to quota application, employer must advertise the vacant position on the MyFutureJobs portal to prioritize local hires and obtain approval under Section 60K of the Employment Act 1955.
Apply for Foreign worker Quota and Section 60K approval
Register and apply via KESUMA's FWCMS eQuota module [designated system by KDN (Kementerian Dalam Negeri) to comply with Section 60K of the Malaysian Employment Act 1955.
Employers to upload and enter company registration details, sector, work location, number of workers requested, and job positions directly in the eQuota module and monitor online for approval status.
Post-Approval & Recruitment
Upon receiving quota approval, employers must pay the required foreign worker levy and may start engaging a licensed recruitment agency to source foreign workers from their home countries according to the approved quota.
Obtain Visa With Reference (VDR) approval from Immigration
Apply for the Visa With Reference (eVDR) approval through FWCMS to allow the workers to secure a Single-Entry Visa from their home country's Malaysian Embassy. Employers are required to coordinate flight arrangements for workers to arrive in Malaysia.
Arrival & Medical
Once workers arrive in Malaysia, employers must bring them for mandatory FOMEMA medical screenings at registered clinic within 30 days of arrival.
Apply for PLKS Issuance (Pas Lawatan Kerja Sementara)
Once workers have passed the FOMEMA medical screenings, employers to apply for PLKS issuance via FWCMS to legalise their employment in Malaysia.
Manufacturing
Logistics & Warehousing
Plantation & Agriculture
Construction
Services & Hospitality
Cleaning & Facilities Management
Industries We Serve
We support employers across key labour-intensive industries with foreign worker recruitment tailored to their manpower requirements, operational environment and applicable sector regulations.
Source Country Coordination
We coordinate candidate sourcing, documentation and deployment with approved source-country partners, subject to current Malaysian government policies, bilateral agreements and recruitment requirements.
Nepal
Bangladesh
Indonesia
Philippines
Why Employers Choose Derasniaga for Foreign Worker Recruitment
JTKSM License 872C
Agensi Pekerjaan Derasniaga Sdn Bhd [Company No. 201901025834 (1335163-K)] is a Category C licensed Employment Agency committed to providing responsible, ethical, and professional recruitment services for both local and foreign workers in Malaysia.
20+ Years of Recruitment Experience
Benefit from more than two decades of recruitment experience supporting Malaysian employers across different industries, workforce requirements and hiring environments.
End-to-End Compliance Support
We coordinate the recruitment journey from documentation and quota processes through immigration requirements, worker arrival and onboarding support.
Multi-country sourcing capability
Access suitable worker pools through our source-country recruitment network, with sourcing coordinated according to approved sectors, nationalities and prevailing government policies.
Post-placement workforce support
Our support continues after worker deployment, helping employers address workforce coordination, documentation, accommodation and other practical post-placement requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for foreign workers in Malaysia?
The process involves workforce planning, quota application, sourcing, documentation, and arrival support. Derasniaga manages this end-to-end process for you to ensure full compliance.
What source countries are available?
We source general workers from Nepal, Bangladesh, Indonesia, and the Philippines, depending on current bilateral agreements and government policies.
How long does the process take?
The timeline varies based on quota approval and source country processing, but we work efficiently to deploy workers as quickly as possible.
Do I need a quota before recruiting?
Yes, a quota (prior approval) is required. We assist with the quota application process and regulatory alignment.
What sectors can hire foreign workers?
Sectors include manufacturing, logistics and warehousing, plantation and agriculture, construction, services & hospitality, and cleaning & facilities management.
Please contact with our team on the latest guidelines and policies pertaining to your company’s eligibility to apply for foreign workers quota.
What is the cost structure?
Costs vary depending on the source country, sector, and specific recruitment requirements. Please contact us for a detailed manpower quote.
Start Your Foreign Worker Recruitment
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