You’ve submitted everything, done your medical, waited a few weeks — and now you want to know what’s happening with your application. Totally understandable. The waiting is genuinely one of the most stressful parts.
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Malaysia Work Permit Status Online Check Easily
To check your Malaysia work permit status online, use the official MyIMMs e-Services Portal for general workers or the ESD Online Portal for skilled expatriates. You will need your passport number, application reference number, or employer details.
Checking General Worker Status (PLKS)
- Go to the MyIMMs e-Services Portal.
- Select your application type or pass inquiry.
- Enter your Passport Number and choose your country of origin.
- Provide the Application Reference Number (often starts with letters like BPA).
- Complete the check to view live progress (such as approved/lulus or processing).
Checking Expatriate Employment Pass (EP)
- Visit the ESD Online Portal Status Checker.
- Input your exact Passport Number without hyphens or spaces.
- Enter your hiring company’s official Company Registration Number (SSM).
- Solve the security verification and submit to see your pass stage.
Alternative Tracking
- Ask your employer to verify real-time progression through the official employer-side FWCMS Portal.
If you share whether this is for a general labor pass (PLKS) or a skilled employment pass (EP), I can give you the exact field requirements for your application type.
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Method 1: Through Your Employer via FWCMS
The most direct way — and the official way — is through your Malaysian employer. Since the entire application is submitted through Malaysia’s FWCMS (Foreign Workers Centralized Management System), your employer has a login and can see the real-time status of your application.
Ask your employer or their HR department to log into FWCMS at: fwcms.imi.gov.my
They can see:
- Application submitted ✅
- Under MOHA review 🔄
- Approved / Rejected ✅ / ❌
- Visa ready for collection ✅
If your employer is communicating with you properly, they should already be updating you at each stage. If they’re not — it’s okay to ask directly. You have the right to know your application status.
Method 2: Malaysia Immigration Department — imi.gov.my
For individual status checks, Malaysia’s Immigration Department website offers some tracking functionality.
Steps:
- Go to www.imi.gov.my
- Look for the “e-Services” or “Online Services” section
- Find the foreign worker application status check tool
- Enter your passport number and application reference number
Note: This method works better once your permit has been approved and you’re in Malaysia. Pre-approval status is more reliably checked through the employer’s FWCMS portal.
Method 3: Contact the Malaysian High Commission in Dhaka
If you’re unable to get status updates through the above methods, you can contact:
Malaysian High Commission, Dhaka
Address: House 198, Road 2, Dhanmondi, Dhaka 1205
Phone: +880-2-8619-3553
Be patient — High Commission offices handle high volumes of inquiries. Have your application reference number and passport number ready before calling.
Method 4: Through Your Recruitment Agency
If you applied through a BMET-registered recruitment agency, they should have a tracking mechanism as well. Legitimate agencies maintain communication with the Malaysian employer’s side and should be able to give you status updates.
What Do the Status Updates Mean?
| Status | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Application Submitted | Employer has uploaded and submitted |
| Under Review / Pending | MOHA is processing |
| Approved | Work permit approved, visa can proceed |
| Rejected | Application not approved — reason should be provided |
| Visa Issued | Visa ready for collection/stamping |
| Active | You’re in Malaysia, permit is currently valid |
| Expired | Permit has expired — renewal needed |
Common Problems When Checking Status
“I can’t find my application reference number.” This number is given to your employer when they submit via FWCMS. Ask them for it — you’re entitled to have it.
“Status hasn’t changed in weeks.” This is common during the MOHA review stage, which can take 4–8 weeks. If it’s been more than 8 weeks with no update, your employer should follow up with MOHA directly.
“Status shows rejected but I don’t know why.” Rejection reasons should be communicated through FWCMS to the employer. Ask your employer for the rejection reason code. See our [Malaysia Work Permit Rejection Guide] for what each reason means and what you can do.
Back to: [Malaysia Work Permit Complete Guide 2026]
Last Updated: June 2026
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