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Chairman, Iqbal Group
Iqbal Manpower Consultants is one of the 10 Pakistani recruitment agencies listed on Malaysia’s FWCMS (Foreign Workers Centralised Management System) as a Principal Recruitment Agency (PRA). As a BEOE-licensed recruitment agency for Malaysia, operating since 1978, we connect Malaysian employers with Pakistani workers and help Pakistani candidates reach legitimate Malaysia jobs for Pakistani workers in manufacturing, construction and services.
• ISO 9001 Certified
• Operating since 1978
• Operating since 1978
One of the 10 Pakistani Principal Recruitment Agencies (PRAs) on FWCMS
Malaysia recruits Pakistani workers through agencies listed on FWCMS. FWCMS is the Malaysian platform operated by Bestinet for their Ministries of Home and Human Resources. As of October 2026, FWCMS lists 10 recruitment agencies for Pakistan, and Iqbal Manpower Consultants is one of them. With our BEOE license in Pakistan, this allows us to process Malaysian demand from registration to visa within Malaysia’s own system.
How to verify our FWCMS listing?
open fwcms.com.my , go to Affiliates, then Recruitment Agencies, select Pakistan and search for “Iqbal”. Our listing shows our Islamabad address.
FWCMS Pakistan: Worker Registration Through IMC
We now register Pakistani workers on FWCMS for approved demand from Malaysian employers. Our service covers three stages:
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FWCMS Registration:
We register your details on FWCMS against the approved demand of the Malaysian employer.
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FWCMS medical appointment:
We book your pre-departure biomedical screening at an FWCMS approved medical center in Pakistan. Just check the centers on official FWCMS website.
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Visa processing:
We support the employer’s VDR application, then complete your Protector of Emigrants registration and OEC in Pakistan before departure.
Malaysia Jobs for Pakistani Workers
Malaysia recruits Pakistani workers in five government approved sectors: manufacturing, construction, agriculture, plantations and services. Currently the most demand jobs in Malaysia for Pakistani workers are in construction, manufacturing, and hospitality, factory and production operators and site trades, plantation and agricultural labour, and hotel and service roles. Pakistan is an officially approved source country for Malaysian foreign workers, as listed by the Malaysian Immigration Department (imi.gov.my), So this is a set legal path, not informal. As your recruitment agency, we match candidates with these sectors and manage the process on the Pakistani side. You can see current roles on our jobs page.
How IMC recruits for Malaysia
There is a set process for hiring a Pakistani worker in Malaysia, and we manage it as a licensed recruitment agency on behalf of Pakistan. The process is as follows:
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The Malaysian employer reserves its quota and applies to the Immigration Department for approval and visa issuance.
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Our recruitment agency sources and screens Pakistani candidates for the role, including trade testing and verification.
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The application of worker is processed through FWCMS, Malaysia’s central foreign worker management system.
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The documents are attested and Protector of Emigrants registration is completed on the Pakistan side.
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After arriving in Malaysia, the worker undergoes a FOMEMA medical within 30 days.
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Once a confirmed fit is found, the worker is issued a Visitor Pass (Temporary Employment), a work pass for foreign workers in Malaysia. This is commonly referred to as PLKS.
One point of clarification that is important: Malaysia uses the FOMEMA medical upon arrival, not the Gulf GAMCA or Wafid screening. Medical institutions are different, and Malaysia has its own way. The VP(TE) is valid for 12 months and is renewable every year, subject to policy limits on total employment.
For Malaysian employers
If you are a Malaysian company hiring Pakistani workers, our recruitment agency handles half of the source country process for you: sourcing candidates that match your sector and role, screening and commercial vetting them, and managing their documentation and immigration clearance so they are ready for the issuance of FOMEMA medical and VP (TE).
Malaysia work visa: requirements, fee, and process
According to the Immigration Department, the basic requirements for a Malaysian work pass
are straightforward:
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Age: 18 to 45 years at the time of application.
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Approved sector: the job must fall within manufacturing, construction, agriculture, plantation, or services.
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Medical fitness: a FOMEMA medical after arrival, within 30 days.
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Source-country clearance: the Pakistan-side registration and documents handled by a licensed recruitment agency.
Why choose Iqbal Manpower as your recruitment agency for Malaysia
Choosing a recruitment agency for Malaysia comes down to whether you can verify it. Iqbal Manpower is a government licensed Overseas Employment Promoter, ISO certified, operating since 1978, and registered on the Malaysian government’s Foreign Worker System. This combination, a verifiable Pakistan license on our Malaysian platform, allows us to legally operate the placement from end to end. We never promise free visas or guaranteed results, as no honest agency can do that.
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Frequently asked questions
How can I get a job in Malaysia from Pakistan?
Apply through a BEOE licensed recruitment agency. According to the Malaysian Immigration Department, Pakistan is an approved source country for Malaysian foreign workers, so the route is legal and defined: the employer applies for approval and visa referral, and the agency handles the deployment to Pakistan.
How much is the fee for a Malaysian work visa from Pakistan?
Malaysian government charges are set by the Immigration Department and are usually paid by the employer, not the worker. A licensed agency’s own service charge is separate, regulated, and always charged. We confirm the full breakdown of your case.
What is the age limit for a Malaysia work permit?
18 to 45 years old at the time of application, according to the Malaysian Immigration Department (imi.gov.my). This applies to the Visitor Pass, a work pass used by foreign workers in approved sectors in Malaysia.
How long does Malaysia work visa processing take?
This is subject to quota approval, employer application, and document preparation. FOMEMA medical is done within 30 days of arrival in Malaysia, and the VP(TE) work pass is issued after the worker is confirmed fit. We give a realistic timeline for each case.
Which jobs are available for Pakistanis in Malaysia?
Malaysia approves five sectors for foreign workers : manufacturing, construction, agriculture, plantation, and services. Roles range across factory operators, construction trades, and hospitality and service staff. See our jobs page for current openings.
Is IMC a licensed agency for Malaysia recruitment?
Yes, Iqbal Manpower Consultants is a government licensed Overseas Employment Promoter, ISO-certified, and operating since 1978. It is also a registered Pakistani recruitment agent on Malaysia’s FWCMS system. See our Legal Status page to verify.
