I have been in Malaysia for 6 years now. Studied and now currently working. I'm changing my first job (EPIII) where I am their first expat employee. Initially my new HR informed me that I wouldn't have to go back and they will do all the paperwork here. I asked them how long the entire process would go and they assured me, it should go simultaneously with my current visa cancellation procedure which should take about a month or so. After which I might need to stay at home for around a week for the Stage 2 (Endorsement) of EPIII again. Thus, I agreed and accepted the new job offer.
Broke it down to my current employer and ensured them that the new employer knows what they are doing as they have many foreigners working. My current employer proceeded to cancel my visa online through the expats website. After 4 working days, my new HR informs that they suddenly see the "90 day cooling period" notice and there is little they can do because it is immigration policy.
I understand everything but I have the following questions in this situation:
1. How far is my current visa cancellation process done? At this point, is it possible to revert back?
2. Can the new application be made before the 90 days cooling period? Because even after the 90 days, the immigration and processes can take up to 2 months till I actually start work despite the timeline mentioned.
3. Can I travel back with tourist visa in between the process for personal reasons?
4. Can I work remotely? Would immigration have any say in that?
Thank you for taking time to respond.