Useful Information for Filipinos in Malaysia

Contents
  • A.   Filipino Organizations in Malaysia
  • C.   Guide to Filipinos in Malaysia  (http://www.imi.gov.my/eng/perkhidmatan/im_Permit.asp)
  •        C.1 Malaysian Entry Requirements
           C.2 Passport
           C.3 By Land Main Entry Points
           C.4 By Air Main Entry Points
           C.5 Visas
    D.  Rules and Guidelines in Handling Minors Traveling Abroad

    E.  Social Security System (S.S.S.) Overseas Filipino Workers Coverage Program

    A.  Profiles  of Filipino Organizations in Malaysia

    FILIPINO COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

    (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)

    (as of 28 May 2008)

     

    FILIPINO COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS IN MALAYSIA

    AREA-BASED Organizations

    ORGANIZATIONS

    CONTACT PERSON

    CONTACT NO.

    1.  Segambut Filipino Association (SFA)

    Mr. Enrico Martin

    Fax No.: (+ 6 03) 6256-2817

    2.  Filipino Community Association in Perak (FICAP)

        No. 4, Lorong Haji Marcuki, Ipoh, Perak 30350

    Ms. Vangie Ledesma

    (+6 016) 5415379

    3.  Penang Support Group (PSG)

    Ms. Veronica Estores

    (+6 017) 4376881

    (+6 016) 4376048

    acinorev_7@yahoo.com

    4.  Melaka Filipino Community Group

    Ms. Juliet Lee

    (+6 016) 7118027

    jilmayasia@yahoo.com

    5.  Filipino Community in Kuantan

    Mr. Pol Sebastian

    (+6 016) 9319168

    (fax) (+6 09) 5669700

    6.  Magkakaisa Country Heights-Kajang Filipino Association

         Lot 424, Jalan Pelangi Pagi

         Country Heights, Kajang

         43000 Selangor

    Ms. Christy M. Almeda

    (+6 016) 3272826

    7.  Johor Overseas Filipino Association (JOFA)

         No. 1A, Jalan Sena 1, Taman Rinting,

         81750 Masai, Johor

    Mr. Rick Z. Limson

    Ms. Marissa S. Reyes

    Mr. Verdun Andrade

    016-7228829

    016-7039094

    016-7823743

    http://www.freewebs.com/jofas

    jofasso@yahoo.com,

    joverfil@yahoo.com,

    malfilco@streamix.com

     

    CHURCH-BASED Organizations

    ORGANIZATIONS

    NAME

    CONTACT NO.

    1.  Full Gospel Christian Center (FGCC)

          B-17-09 Palm Court Condominium,

          Jalan Berhala, Brickfields

          50470 Kuala Lumpur

    Pastor Erwin Dela Rosa

     (+6 016) 3266506

    2.  Filipina Services Committee

         Bahay ni Maria, St. Francis Xavier Church

         135 Jalan Gasing, 46000

         Petaling Jaya, Selangor

    Ms. Elsa Watson

    (+6 016) 9981695 sheba_elsa@yahoo.com

     

    3.  Filipino Christian Ministry (FCM)

         Lot 13039 Jalan Waja

         Bukit Raja Industrial Estate, Bukit Kapak

         41050 Klang, Selangor

    Mr. Carlos "Caloy" Libres

    (+6 012) 3851252

    Fax: (+6 03) 3344-3323

    4.  Good News Christian Fellowship (GNCF)

         15 B Jalan Mamanda 5, Ampang Point

         Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

    Ms. Maricar Estella

    (+6 012) 2661114

    (+6 016) 3711191

    e_maricar@yahoo.com

    5.  Legion of Mary KL/PJ

        A-P-2 Jalan Medang Kapas

        Bukit Bandaraya, Bangsar

        59100 Kuala Lumpur

    Ms. Corazon de Jesus (KL)

    Ms. Vivian David Tan (PJ)

    Ms. Irene Salvador

    (+6 016) 2953815

    (+6 012) 6960578

    (+012) 6599144 airene_s@yahoo..com

    6.  Couples for Christ

         Tasik Ampang, Jalan Hulu Klang

         58000 Ampang, Selangor

    Mr. Reynaldo C. Chavez

    (+6 012) 276 2749

    reychavez@yahoo.com

    7.  St. John’s Filipino Ministry

         St. John’s Old Parish Hall No. 5

         Jalan Bukit Nanas

         50250 KL

    Ms. Corazon A. Moran

    (+6 016) 6040382/

    telefax:  (+6 03) 7805-5758

    8.  Filipino Community Christian Congregation (FCCC)

           70 Changkat Bukit Bintang, KL

    Ms. Linda Noble

     (+6 016) 9659505

    9.  Jesus Is Lord

    Pastor Wilson Ronquillo

     jilmalaysia@yahoo.com

    10.  El Shaddai

          17 Jalan BU 1/5, Bandar Utama

          47800 Petaling Jaya, Selangor

    Bro. Jose Ga-an

    (+6 016) 8724285/

    Fax:  (+6 03) 2163 0524

    11.  Iglesia Ni Cristo

          17 Jalan Pendita

          Taman Connaught, Cheras, KL

    Engr. Pete Carascon

    (+6 03) 9100-1992/9776-5007

    (+6 016 6847375)

    pcahtp93@tm.net.my

    12.  Jesus Reigns Ministry

           Block G4-2-2 Desa Pandan Apartment

           Jalan Kampung Pandan

           Kuala Lumpur  55100

    Ms. Isabelita delos Reyes (Pastor)

    Ms. Anne Polodario

    (Coordinator)

    (+6 03) 9200-9807

    anniemp2002@yahoo.com

    SPORTS

    1.  Filipino Sports Association of Malaysia (FILSAMA)

    Mr. Ed Manlaque

    (+6 03) 7957-0159

    2.  Filipino Bowlers’ Association in Malaysia (FBAM)

    Mr. Wilfredo N. Ravara

    (+6 03) 2331-5203

    (+6 016) 2895260

    Fax: (+6 03) 2331-5172

    wilfredo_nravara@yahoo.com

    OTHER ASSOCIATIONS

    1.  Malaysian-Filipino Club

    Ms. Jamilah Abdullah

    (+6 03) 5510-0170 (telefax) 

    malfilblog@gmail.com

    www.malfilclub.blogspot.com

    2.  Philippine Ladies of Kuala Lumpur   (PLKL)

         BML, Excellent Combination Sdn. Bhd.

         8th  Floor, MAS Building, P.O. Box 83

         Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur

    Princess Becky M. Leogardo

    President

    (+6 03) 2166 6855

                2166 6052 (fax)

    3.  Filipino Workers' Resource Center

         (Skills Training Program-Student Federal Parliamentary                 Government)

         No. 5 Lorong Damai Sebelas (11)

         Off Jalan Damai, Kuala Lumpur

    Leo Francisco

    Student Leader

    (+603) 4295 6468

    4.  Samahang Impok Bayan (SIB)

         Bayanihang Pinoy Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.

         Lot 3.11A, 3rd Floor, Kota Raya Complex

         Jalan Tun Tan Chong Lock, 50000 Kuala Lumpur

    Ms. Pilar Sangaran

    (+6 016) 2177564

    bayanihangpinoy@yahoo.com

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    ENTRY PROCEDURE INTO MALAYSIA (Link :  www.imi.gov.my)

    C. 3   By Land Main Entry Points 

    State   Entry Point
    Perlis Padang Besar,  Wang Klian ,  Chuping  
    Perak Pengkalan Hulu
    Kelantan Rantau Panjang, Pengkalan Kubor, Bukit Bunga
    Kedah Bukit Kayu Hitam, Changloon
    Johore Johor Bahru, Gelang Patah
    Sarawak

     

    Biawak, Sarikei, Padawan , Tebedu , Bunan Gega , Batu Lintang

    Lubok Antu , Sungai Tujuh , Bario , Merapok  

    Sabah Sindumin, Long Pasia, Pensiangan

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    C.4   By Air Main Entry Points

    By Sea Authorised Entry Points  
    State Entry Point
    Perlis Kuala Perlis
    Kedah

    Kuah, Langkawi , Teluk Ewa, Langkawi , Kuala Kedah

    Perak Lumut ,  Teluk Intan
    Penang Penang ,  Butterworth
    Selangor Port Kelang
    Malacca

    Malacca Port , Tanjung Bruas

    Terengganu

    Kuala Terengganu , Kuala Dungun , Kemaman Port

    Pahang

    Kuantan Port , Tioman Island

    Negeri Sembilan   Port Dickson  
    Johore  

    Johor Bahru ,  Tanjung Puteri ,  Pasir Gudang ,  Batu Pahat

    Muar ,  Tanjung Bekungkor ,  Tanjung Pengelih ,  Mersing ,

    Kukup   

    Sarawak  

    Kuching , Sibu, Marudi Baram, Bintulu, Limbang, Lawas , Sundar , Punang , Sarikei , Binatang  

    Sabah  

    Tawau , Semporna, Lahad Datu , Sandakan , Kudat , Kota Kinabalu , Kuala Sipitang , Menumbuk  

    Federal Territory

    Labuan  

    Labuan

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    C.5   Visas

    Foreign nationals who require a Visa to enter Malaysia must apply and obtain a Visa in advance at Malaysian Representative Office before entering the country.

    A visa is an endorsement in a passport or other recognized travel document of foreigner indicating that the holder has applied for permission to enter Malaysia and that permission has been granted.  Foreign nationals who require a Visa to enter Malaysia must apply and obtain a Visa in advance at any Malaysian Representative Office abroad before entering the country.  Visa which has been granted is not absolute guarantee that the holder will be allowed to enter Malaysia.  The final decision lies with the Immigration Officer at the entry point.

    Visa is an endorsement on a passport to indicate a permission is granted to enter Malaysia.  A visa can be obtained from Malaysian Overseas Missions before arrival.  It must be used within its validity period.

    However, for a permission to stay, a pass for an approved period will be stamped in the passport at the point of entry.

    Citizens of Israel, Serbia and Montenegro are not allowed to enter Malaysia for any purpose without prior approval from the Malaysian Government.

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    Types of Visa    

    Three typed of visa are issued by the Malaysian Government to foreign national:

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    How to apply for a visa  

    Application for visas should be made at the nearest Malaysian Missions abroad.  In countries where Malaysian Mission have not been established, application should be made to the British High Commission or Embassy.

    Address of Malaysian Embassy in the Philippines:  Embassy of Malaysia, 107 Tordesillas St., Salcedo Village, Makati, Philippines                  Tel. Nos.:  (632) 817-4581 to 85

    Address of Malaysian Consulate in Davao City:  Consulate General of Malaysia, 3rd Floor, Florentine Building, Bonifacio Street, Davao City, Philippines               Tel. No.:  (082) 221-4050

                The applicant should present himself together with the following documents:

    a)     Passport or Travel Document

    b)     Form IMM.47 (3 copies)

    c)      Three (3) passport sized photographs

    d)     Return or onward – journey traveling ticket

    e)     Proof of sufficient funds

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    PASSES

    Foreign nationals who wish to visit Malaysia have to obtain a pass at the point of entry besides a visa (where required) which allows them to stay temporarily.  A pass is an endorsement  in the passport constituting permission to stay for the approved duration.

    VISIT PASS (Social)

    1. Tourist

      Conditions

    • In possession of Valid Passport or recognized Travel Document

    • Visa (If required)

    • Return or onward air ticket

    • Ample funds

    • Returnability to home country is assured

    • Not a prohibited Immigrant

    Notes

    • Issued at the point of entry

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    2.      Wife of Malaysian Citizen

    Conditions

    • Form IMM.55 (2 copies)

    • Form IMM.38 (2 copies) if any

    • 1 Photostat copy of passport/travel document of the wife  (all pages)

    • 1 Photostat copy of the identification card of the husband

    • 1 Photostat copy of the husband’s Citizenship Certificate (if any)

    • 1 Photostat copy of the Marriage Certificate/Marriage Registration Certificate

    • Letter of Declaration of Marriage Certified by the Commissioner of Oaths

    • 2 photographs of the husband and wife measuring 3.5 cm x 5.0 cm

    • Wedding/Family photograph

    • Photostat copy of the children’s Birth Certificate

    • 1 Photostat copy of Divorce Certificate (if divorce before)

    • Security Bond

      Notes

    • First enter as a visitor and then apply for extension

    • Where visa is required application for reference visa must be made prior entry .

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    3.   Family members of Student Pass holder

    Conditions

    • Form IMM. 47 (3 copies)

    • Form IMM. 12 (2 copies)

    • 2 photographs measuring 3.5. cm x 5.0 cm

    • Proof of family relationship

    • 1 Photostat copy of Passport/travel document

      Notes

    • Application may be submitted to the nearest Malaysian Representative office abroad together with Student Pass application.

    • For countries that have no Malaysian Representative office abroad, the applicant may enter Malaysia on Visit Pass (social) at the entry point and then apply for extension to the State Immigration office where the educational institution is located within 1 (one) month from the date of entry.

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    4.   Spouse and children of a holder of Visit Pass (Temporary Employment) or Visit Pass     (Professional)

    Conditions

    • Form IMM. 8 (2 copies)

    • Form IMM. 10 (2 copies)

    • Form IMM . 55 (2 copies)

    • Form IMM. 38 (2 copies)

    • 2 photographs measuring 3.5 cm x 5.0 cm

    • Proof of family relationship

    • 1 Photostat copy of Passport/travel document

    • Proof of husband’s Visit Pass (temporary employment)

      Notes

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    VISIT PASS (Business)

    1. Owners and company representatives entering for the purpose of  attending company meeting, seminar, inspection of company’s account or to ensure the smooth running of the company;  

    2. Investors or businessmen entering for the purpose of looking at business opportunities and investment  potential;  

    3. Foreign Representative companies entering for the purpose of introducing their good that are to be manufactured in Malaysia, but not engaging in direct selling or  distribution;  

    4. Property owners entering for the purpose of negotiation, selling and leasing of properties;  

    5. Foreign reporters from mass media agencies entering for the purpose of covering convention or any event in Malaysia.  

    6. Participants in a sporting event.

      Conditions

    • In possession of Valid Passport or recognized travel document

    • Visa (if required)

    • Return or onward air ticket

    • Ample funds

    • Returnability to home country is assured

    • Not a prohibited immigrant

    • Supporting document-purpose of visit

    Notes

    • Issued at the point of entry

    • The pass can be extended upon application by the visitors at the nearest Immigration office.

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    Visit Pass (Temporary Employment)  

    1.   Conditions for Issuing Visit Pass

    (Temporary Employment)

    • The foreign worker to be employed must remain outside Malaysia while the application is being processed.  He or she will only be permitted to enter the country once Visit Pass (Temporary Employment) at the Immigration Office (whichever is nearest) is approved.

    • Workers must not be classified as persons prohibited to enter according to Section 8 (3) Immigration Act 1959/63.

    • The worker must be healthy and free from any dangerous or contagious diseases.

    • Processing a Passport or Travel Document with a validity of not less than 12 months from the date the pass is approved.

    • The worker must be within the age of 18 years to 45 years.

    • The worker is required to carry out a medical examination before entering the country using the format issued by the Immigration Department and must be carried out at FOMEMA or a local private clinic registered with the Ministry of Health.

    • The worker must abide by the country’s laws and regulations in force.

    • The worker is not allowed to bring his family to reside in the country.

    • The worker is not allowed to change employment sector and employer without the approval of the Immigration Department.

    • The worker is permitted only to stay in the country until the date stated in the Visit Pass (Temporary Employment).  However, if an extension of the validity period is required, application must be made at least 3 months before the expiry date of the Pass.

    • The employer is fully responsible for all aspects relating to payment of visa, pass, levy and production of Bank Guarantee by the worker to the Immigration Department.

    • The employer’s (for Domestic Helper) monthly income must be at least RM3,000.00 to qualify for employing Indonesian and Thailand domestic helper, while the minimum income of RM10,000.00 to qualify  for employing Filipino domestic helper.

    • Deposit can only be refunded if the employer or sponsor has submitted proof that the worker has left the country or has been released to another employer with the approval of the Immigration Department.

    • Worker must return to the country of origin as soon as possible after resigning, being dismissed or when the Visit Pass (Temporary Employment) has expired or been cancelled to their country of origin.

    • The approval for Visit Pass (Temporary Employment) can be revoked if it contravenes the condition set out by the Immigration Department.  

    (l)  The Malaysian Government allows skills and unskilled workers from Bangladesh, Indonesia, Thailand, Pakistan and the Philippines to work in these sectors:

    Conditions

    The employer has to submit application for employment of foreign workers to the: 

    Director, Foreign Workers Division,

    Headquarters of the Department of Immigration, Malaysia
    (Ministry of Home Affairs)
    Level 1-7 (Podium) Block 2G4, Precint 2,

    Federal Government Administration Centre,
    62550 Putrajaya, FEDERAL TERRITORY
    Telephone: 03-88801000 Fax: 03-88801200

    Notes

    • The Visit Pass (Temporary Employment) is issued to skilled and unskilled foreign workers.

    • The intended foreign workers must be outside Malaysia at the time of application.  The applicant is allowed to enter and takes up employment only when the Visit Pass (Temporary Employment) is approved.

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    (ii)   New Application

    Conditions

    The supporting documents to be furnished are:

    • Covering Letter                                                       

    • List of Foreign worker’s name

    • Detail of employer’s form                                          

    • Detail of foreign workers and their dependents

    • Bank Guarantee                                                      

    • Medical Report

    • Form IMM.12 (1 copy)                                             

    • Form IMM.38 (1 copy)-if applicable

    • Companies Registration i.e. ROC 13, 49 and 24         

    • Photograph (black & white) measuring 3.5 cm x 5.0 cm

    • Passport & travel document

    Notes

    • The application for Visit Pass (Temporary Employment) has to be submitted by the local employer to the nearest State Immigration Office  

    [Renewal]

    Conditions

    • Covering Letter              

    • Payment form                     

    • Bank draft       

    • Medical check up by FOMEMA

    • Bank Guarantee            

    • Passport and travel document

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    Conditions

    • Covering letter from the employer                                                        

    • Form IMM. 12 (2 copies)

    • Photograph of employer measuring 3.5 cm x 5.0 cm (4 copies)             

    • Photograph of intending maid measuring 3.5 cm x 5.0 cm (4 copies)

    • Personal Bond duty stamped                                                             

    • Contract of Agreement between employer and employee duly stamped

    • Photostat copy of Passport/Travel Document of intending domestic helper

    • Photostat copy of Identity Card of employer (husband & wife)

    • Photostat copy of Marriage Certificate or children’s Birth Certificate

    • Latest Income Tax return of employer (Borang J)

    • Medical report of domestic helper from home  country

    • Form DBA 2 (amendment) PRA 1

      Notes

    Only nationals of the following countries are allowed to work as domestic helper: