Announcement: Full Rollout of The MIDA Expatriate System (MES)

Following the announcement on 12 March 2026, MIDA wishes to inform that the full rollout and official implementation of the MIDA Expatriate System (MES) will take effect on:

1 June 2026

Effective from this date, MES will serve as the sole submission platform for all expatriate-related applications for the Manufacturing and Selected Services sectors under MIDA’s purview.

This full rollout is in line with the implementation of the revised expatriate policy, aimed at enhancing efficiency, transparency, and overall service delivery through a single, integrated platform.

All new and renewal applications must be submitted exclusively via MES through Single Sign-On (SSO) access in the Xpats Gateway. Submissions through previous platforms, including Xpats Gateway (legacy channel) and ESD Online, will no longer be accepted for MIDA-related applications.

KEY INFORMATION

1. New and Renewal Applications
All submissions, including:

Employment Pass (EP)
Professional Visit Pass (PVP)
EP Foreign Graduate
Dependent Pass

must be submitted via MES effective 1 June 2026.

2. Existing / In-Progress Applications
Applications submitted prior to the full rollout date will continue to be processed in the respective systems until completion.

3. Transition Advisory
Companies are strongly encouraged to finalise any pending submissions prior to 1 June 2026 to ensure a smooth transition and avoid delays.

ABOUT MIDA EXPATRIATE SYSTEM (MES)

The MES is designed to facilitate a more efficient, transparent, and end-to-end application process, supporting the Government’s continuous efforts to strengthen Malaysia’s investment ecosystem.

ENQUIRIES

For further assistance, please contact:

Industry Talent Management & Expatriate Division, MIDA
Email: [email protected]
Tel: +603-2267 3607

Immigration Unit, MIDA
Email: [email protected]

MYXpats Helpdesk
Email: [email protected]

MIDA appreciates the cooperation of all stakeholders in ensuring a smooth and successful implementation.

Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA)