Dhaka, July 15 (V7N) – In a significant development for Bangladeshi expatriate workers, Malaysia has officially introduced a multiple entry visa (MEV) facility for Bangladeshi nationals, ending years of inconvenience caused by single-entry restrictions. The announcement was made by Dr. Asif Nazrul, Advisor to the Ministry of Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment, through a post on his verified Facebook page on Tuesday night.

Dr. Nazrul wrote, “Malaysia employs workers from 15 countries, but only Bangladeshi workers were being issued single-entry visas. This created immense suffering. Last month, a delegation including myself and Lutfe Siddiqui met with Malaysia’s Home Minister to raise this issue in detail. The Malaysian authorities promised a swift resolution—and they have delivered.”

Circular Issued on July 10

The Malaysian Immigration Department issued a circular on July 10, confirming the implementation of the multiple entry visa system for Bangladeshi workers.

Key highlights of the update:

  • All new Bangladeshi workers will now be issued multiple entry visas (MEVs) instead of single entry visas.

  • Existing workers who already have a single-entry visa and a valid Temporary Employment Visit Pass (PLKS) will not need to apply for a new MEV.

  • MEVs will be automatically granted during the PLKS renewal process.

  • All Malaysian airports and land ports have received instructions to allow valid Bangladeshi workers with PLKS to enter and exit freely without requiring additional visa approvals.

Major Relief for Expatriate Workers

The move has been hailed as a major step forward in easing travel restrictions and improving the welfare of over 500,000 Bangladeshi workers currently employed in Malaysia. Previously, those with single-entry visas faced significant challenges in visiting home or traveling for emergencies, as re-entry required a complicated and time-consuming re-application process.

Government Applauds Bilateral Cooperation

Officials from the Ministry of Expatriates' Welfare expressed gratitude to the Malaysian government for responding positively to Bangladesh’s diplomatic engagement on the issue. The change is expected to strengthen bilateral labor relations and enhance job security and mobility for Bangladeshi workers in Malaysia.

Dr. Nazrul concluded his statement by reaffirming the ministry’s commitment to ensuring the rights and dignity of Bangladeshi expatriate workers around the world.

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