Govt introduces improvements to entry permit application for foreign spouses
In a statement today, the ministry said foreign spouses of Malaysian citizens applying for an entry permit must have been married for a minimum of three years and held a social visit pass for at least one year...
Adjustments to the marriage period and a reduction in processing time for new applications are among the improvements introduced by the Home Ministry to the entry permit application process for foreign spouses of Malaysian citizens.
In a statement today, the ministry said foreign spouses of Malaysian citizens applying for an entry permit must have been married for a minimum of three years and held a social visit pass for at least one year.
“This is to ensure the application process is more organised and relevant to the needs of family institutions.
“The Client Charter has been streamlined, with the processing time for new applications set at six months. This will provide applicants with greater certainty and expedite the procedure,” it said.
The ministry also said foreign spouses of locals would be exempt from the point system evaluation, with factors such as marriage duration and the number of children taken into account during the approval process to safeguard the welfare of genuine and legitimate families.
According to the ministry, the implementation of these initiatives would begin no later than Sept 30 this year.
It said that the improvements were in line with the government’s commitment to implementing fair and efficient policies for the welfare of all parties.
“It also reflects the ministry’s commitment to supporting the family institution.
“With these measures, we are confident they will enhance trust in the entry permit application system and benefit all stakeholders.”
- Bernama
