Q: Is the wife of an Expatriate allowed to work?

Hi tpain,

I supposed it's possible for a HRM diploma holder to get a job in Malaysia. Below are some of the prerequisite extracted from Immigration Dept. of Malaysia website :

General Statement

Last Updated (Wednesday, 25 November 2009 21:46)


Who are classified as Expatriate

Foreigners who are qualified to fulfill the following positions :

a. Key Post

Top Managerial Post of a foreign owned company operating in Malaysia.

Responsible to look after the company's interests and investments.

Responsible in determining the company's policies and goals.

b. Executive Post

Professional/Middle  Managerial Post.

Required academic and working experience, practical skills related to the respective jobs.

Responsible in implementing the company's policies and supervision toward the junior staff.

c. Non-Executive Post

Highly skilled

Require working experience and technical skills related to the respective jobs.
 
Additional Informations

Last Updated (Monday, 12 April 2010 03:03)

1. Passport validity should not less than 18 months.

2. The entry into Malaysia is in accordance with the Immigration Act 1959/63, Passport Act 1966 and Immigration Regulations 1963.

a. In possession of a valid visa (where required)
b. Dual citizenship is not recognized in Malaysia.

3. Salary and Expatriate post period

The minimum salary of RM5000.00 and above and at least 2 years employment contract.

Go to - http://www.imi.gov.my/index.php/en/serv … expatriate  for more information.