How to Apply for Malaysia ONE Pass (Overseas Networks & Expertise)
Are you an international rainmaker, a technology leader, or an international talent that needs a hassle-free move to the Southeast Asian country? The most prestigious work permit in the country is the Malaysia ONE Pass (Overseas Networks and Expertise) which was created to attract leading professionals capable of driving innovation and economic development in the country.
In contrast to the typical restrictive visas, the ONE Pass provides 5-year renewable tenure and the freedom of employment that has never existed before, allowing working with more than one employer at a time. This guide splits the digital application procedure and the most recent RM 50,000 income capabilities in 2026.
2026 Eligibility and Income levels
The ONE Pass is a reward of the top 1 percent of world talent. Although Malaysia has raised the salary requirements of standard Employment Passes (EP) greatly in 2026, with the Requirement Level I currently being 20,000 RM, the ONE Pass is also the high end with its own demanding requirements.
- Rule 50,000 (Salary Track): You must be able to show a fixed monthly salary of at least RM 50,000 (around 11500 USD). This may be due to a current employment in a foreign country (in the past 12 months) or a potential employment in Malaysia.
- Exceptional Performance Track: Sports, Arts, Culture, and Academic High-achievers are able to skip the pay condition. In case you are a globally renowned person, like Olympic medal holder, international award winning, or high research references, this is the exclusive trackway.
- Corporate Standard: In order to be eligible based on your present overseas position, you need to work in an employer that is a worldwide powerhouse and whose market capitalization is no less than 500 million USD or a yearly income of 200 million USD or more.
The ONE Pass has plan of action advantages
Why would you prefer the ONE Pass instead of a regular Category I Employment Pass? The 2026 benefits are hard to guess:
- Flexibility of the Employer: You are not bound to one company. You may also serve under more than one employer or even switch to being your own boss without necessarily requesting a new visa.
- Spouse Work Rights: An automatic open work permit is provided to your spouse to work legally in any profession in Malaysia without the normal corporate quota limits or internship (1:3 policy) requirements.
- Long-Term Security: The pass has a 5-year term which can be renewed with another 5 years, providing you with a ten-year certainty over your family.
- Priority Processing: TalentCorp and the Expatriate Services Division (ESD) give priority to the applications and approves them much faster (usually 20 to 30 days of working time).
Application Process (Step-by-Step) 2026 Process
It is all digitalized using the Malaysia ONE Pass Portal.
Online Submission
Subscribe to the official portal and post your financial evidence. You will have to have 12 months of pay slips and official Income Tax Statements (such as the P60, Form 16 or IRS returns).
Tiered Evaluation
Your professional impact is reviewed by a specialized committee, among others, such as MIDA (investors) and MDEC (digital talent). The ONE Pass does not include a local succession plan as compared to the new 2026 EP Category II/III rules.
Letter of Approval (LoA)
After the approval is done, you will be sent a digital LoA in an email.
Visa with Reference (VDR)
In case you are outside the country at the moment, you will be required to use the LoA to secure a Single Entry Visa (SEV) at the closest Malaysian mission or through the e-Visa portal.
Biometrics & Endorsement
On arrival in Malaysia, visit the MYXpats Centre where final passport endorsement and biometrics is done.
Compulsory Paperwork and Adherence
Accuracy is critical. Make sure that your Document Readiness consists of:
- Evidence of Earnings: Your most recent 12 monthly pay slips and a tax statement.
- Company Credentials: Evidence of the market capacity of your current/future employer ( Annual Reports or proven financial snapshots ).
- Police Clearance Certificate (PCC): A background check, which is clean and issued in the past 6 months in your country of residence.
- Professional Portfolio: In-depth CV that emphasizes 5-10 years of managerial or technical specialization.
FAQs
Is the ONE Pass going to force my employer to take in local interns?
No. Although the standard EPs will currently have a 1:3 internship requirement (1 intern to every 3 EPs) in 2026, the ONE Pass will be not subject to these quotas.
I am able to apply with a slightly lower salary of less than RM 50,000?
The salary track is strict. But when you possess niche knowledge or have “Exceptional Accomplishments in either academia or sports, you can make it through that particular track without the income requirement.
What is the Succession Plan requirement?
The local succession plan should be in place on June 1, 2026, with the Category II and III EP holders. The holders of ONE Pass will not be exempt because they are regarded as the best global property.
Final Thoughts
Malaysia ONE Pass is the ultimate freedom visa of high impact global professionals in 2026. The TalentCorp fast-track portal was created to allow foreigners who have reached the RM 50,000 per month requirement to bypass the traditional bureaucracy of the Employment Pass system and embark on a prosperous future in a booming economy.
Disclaimer
The article is only informational and educative. It is recommended that the reader should confirm any information with their reliable sources such as TalentCorp Malaysia or ESD official site before making choices.