The Immigration Department of Malaysia (JIM) has introduced the Program Pengurusan Tinggal Lebih Masa (Overstay Management Program), effective 21 October 2025, to enhance enforcement and compliance related to overstay incidents involving foreign nationals.
Under this new program, holders of Employment Passes (EP) and Dependent Passes (DP) who overstay for up to 90 days will be subject to a compound fine without the need for referral to the Enforcement Division (Bahagian Penguatkuasa Imigresen).
Compound Rates
| Duration of Overstay | Compound Amount |
| 1 – 30 days | RM 30 per day |
| 31 – 60 days | RM 1,000 |
| 61 – 90 days | RM 2,000 |
Cases Not Eligible for Compound Processing
The following categories must still be referred to the Enforcement Division:
- Overstays exceeding 90 days
- Repeat overstay offenders
- Overstays under a Special Pass
- Individuals with criminal or immigration offence records in Malaysia
- Individuals listed under the “Senarai Syak” (Suspect List)
Important Reminder for Employers
To avoid overstay penalties, companies are strongly advised to submit renewal or extension applications at least 3 months before the pass expiry date.
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Erickson Immigration Group will continue monitoring developments and sharing updates as more news is available. Please contact your employer or EIG attorney if you have questions about anything we’re reporting above or if you have case-specific questions.