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ARTICLE · 19 APRIL 2021

Holders Of Expired Social Visit Passes Must Exit By April 21, 2021

On April 12, 2021, the Immigration Department of Malaysia released a statement declaring that all holders of an expired Social Visit Pass (SVP)

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Overview

On April 12, 2021, the Immigration Department of Malaysia released a statement declaring that all holders of an expired Social Visit Pass (SVP) in the country must exit Malaysia by April 21, 2021, at the latest.

Those who do not leave before this date could face penalties. SVP holders who want to remain in Malaysia must obtain a Special Pass at their nearest Immigration Department with a support letter from the Embassy, evidence of having a place to continue their stay in Malaysia and sufficient funds to support their extended stay amongst other standard required documents for a Special Pass application.  

Key Points

  • All foreign nationals holding expired SVPs are required to exit Malaysia by Wednesday, April 21, 2021, at the latest.

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