JTKSM Licence C No. 657 · Est. 1989 · Act 446 & RBA Ethical Recruitment Compliant

Malaysia's Most Trusted Partner for Foreign Worker Recruitment Services

End-to-end foreign worker recruitment solutions—from initial KDN portal quota application and ministerial submission to biometric FOMEMA medical checks, VDR clearance, source-country embassy documentation, and PLKS work permit issuance, and PLKS work permit renewals—fully managed by our licensed workforce agency in Malaysia.

How do I legally hire foreign workers through a licensed agency in Malaysia?

To legally source international manpower, corporations must partner with a agency holding a valid JTKSM Licence C (No. 657) such as Agensi Pekerjaan Andaraya Sdn Bhd. This ensures total adherence to local regulatory frameworks including the Employment Act 1955, strict Act 446 housing rules, and international RBA/SMETA human rights zero-fee standards.

KDN Portal Quota Application 6 Source Countries (Indonesia, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan, India, Myanmar) FOMEMA Medical & VDR Processing PLKS Work Permit Management Source Country Embassy Clearance RBA Social Audit & ESG Compliance
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Licensed Foreign Worker Recruitment — Compliant, Ethical, End-to-End
JTKSM Licence C No. 657 — Private Employment Agency Act 1981
Agensi Pekerjaan Andaraya holds Licence C — the highest-tier authorisation under the Private Employment Agencies Act 1981, issued by Malaysia's Department of Labour (JTKSM). We are legally authorised to source, screen, and place foreign workers across manufacturing, construction, plantation, agriculture, and services sectors — with full accountability to the Ministry of Human Resources.
Immigration Act 1959/63 — Quota, Levy & Work Permit Compliance
Every placement we execute is backed by a documented quota approval from the Ministry of Home Affairs (KDN), correct levy payment via ePPAx, and a valid Work Permit (PLKS) before the worker steps on site. We manage the full immigration paper trail — so your company bears zero documentation liability from day one.
Zero-Fee Recruitment — ILO Conventions & Employer Pays Principle
We operate a strict zero-fee-to-worker recruitment policy in alignment with ILO Convention No. 181 and the Employer Pays Principle. No worker in our pipeline pays recruitment fees from their home country. This protects you from forced labour findings in SMETA, RBA, and sedex audits — and eliminates debt bondage risk in your supply chain entirely.
RBA / SMETA Social Audits & ESG Due Diligence Documentation
For clients supplying global brands, we prepare a full recruitment audit trail: signed employment contracts in workers' native language, pre-departure orientation records, source-country agency verification, transparent fee disclosure statements, and grievance channel documentation — everything your buyer's compliance team will ask for, ready before they ask.
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Complete Foreign Worker Recruitment & Workforce Management in Malaysia

Hiring foreign workers in Malaysia requires navigating quota approvals, immigration permits, Act 446 housing compliance, and international RBA/SMETA audits — simultaneously. Agensi Pekerjaan Andaraya manages the entire foreign worker lifecycle under one JTKSM-licensed agency, from initial KDN quota application through to legal repatriation at contract end. Your business stays compliant. Your headcount stays filled.

Quota Application & KDN Liaison

Foreign worker quota approval begins with a precise workforce ratio analysis against your sector's KDN headcount limits. We manage the entire submission — from eligibility advisory through to Ministry-level approvals — so headcount delays never stall your operations.

  • Local-to-foreign workforce ratio analysis & quota eligibility advisory
  • Full document preparation for KDN & JTKSM review interviews
  • End-to-end e-Quota & FWCMS portal submission management
  • Foreign worker levy payment coordination, processing & tracking
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Source-Country Recruitment & Ethical Sourcing

We recruit from Malaysian government-approved source countries through accredited overseas partners — matching skilled and semi-skilled candidates to your specific sector, role, and production KPIs. All sourcing is conducted under a strict zero-recruitment-fee framework, ensuring workers bear no mobilisation costs.

  • Sourcing from Indonesia, Bangladesh, Nepal, Myanmar, India & more
  • Sector-specific skills screening & pre-departure candidate assessment
  • Liaison with source-country embassies, labour ministries & agencies
  • Employer-funded zero-cost recruitment — fully RBA & ESG aligned
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PLKS Work Permit & FOMEMA Medical Management

No worker enters Malaysia without passing FOMEMA medical clearance and holding a valid Visa With Reference (VDR). We handle every documentation checkpoint — from VDR issuance to annual PLKS renewal — keeping your entire workforce fully auditable and legally employed at all times.

  • Visa With Reference (VDR) application, tracking & documentation
  • Mandatory FOMEMA medical screening coordination & clearance
  • PLKS work permit execution & structured annual renewal management
  • JTK-compliant employment contract drafting & embassy attestation
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Post-Arrival: Accommodation, Transport & Welfare

Once workers arrive and clear Immigration, our sister company Andaraya (M) Sdn Bhd takes over full operational management — Act 446-certified hostel accommodation, JPJ-licensed factory transport, EPF/SOCSO/EIS payroll, and 24/7 worker welfare support. Nothing is handed off to an unknown third party.

  • Act 446 & JTKSM-certified Centralised Labour Quarters (CLQ)
  • GPS-tracked, JPJ-licensed worker transportation fleet
  • Statutory payroll — EPF, SOCSO, EIS, eWages-compliant
  • 24/7 multilingual welfare hotline & grievance management
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RBA & SMETA Ethical Audit Support

International supply chain contracts increasingly require RBA and SMETA audit clearance as a condition of supplier approval. We maintain a complete, inspection-ready documentation chain — payroll records, recruitment fee disclosures, housing certificates, and worker welfare records — so your factory never fails an ethical audit.

  • Zero-recruitment-fee policy documentation & worker declaration records
  • Transparent, audit-ready payroll, levy & social compliance records
  • Full alignment with Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) code of conduct
  • SMETA methodology workplace standards mapping & gap remediation
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Contract Management & Legal Repatriation

Our agency responsibility does not end at onboarding. We manage the legal documentation framework for the full contract period — from annual permit renewals and absconded worker reporting through to legally compliant repatriation when workers exit Malaysia at contract end.

  • Annual PLKS renewal tracking — initiated 90 days before expiry per worker
  • Absconded worker Immigration reporting & permit cancellation
  • Legal repatriation processing, checkout memo & security bond release
  • Immigration database updating & final clearance documentation
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Industries We Serve Across Peninsular Malaysia

Sector-Specific
Foreign Worker Placement

As a JTKSM Licence C (No. 657) agency with 35+ years of placement experience, Andaraya recruits and places foreign workers across Malaysia's four core economic sectors — Manufacturing, Construction, Agriculture, and Logistics & Warehousing. Every placement is managed under full Act 446 housing compliance, KDN quota requirements, and international RBA/SMETA ethical audit standards.

Manufacturing & Industrial

High-volume recruitment of production operators, line assemblers, and QC technicians for electronics, FMCG, plastics, rubber, and automotive components manufacturers across Selangor, Penang, and Johor. We manage complete RBA/SMETA ethical audit documentation — a mandatory requirement for Tier-1 and export-oriented factories supplying international brands and multinational supply chains.

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Construction & Infrastructure

Skilled and general labour placement for major infrastructure, IBS (Industrialised Building System), and civil engineering projects across KL, Selangor, and Johor. We handle CIDB green card registration, OSHA 1994 safety documentation, site-specific worker deployment scheduling, and quota applications — so your project headcount is legal, safety-documented, and on schedule from day one.

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Agriculture & Plantation

Field worker, harvester, and equipment handler recruitment for the palm oil, durian, and mixed crop sectors across West Malaysia. We advise on agriculture-sector quota allocation under the latest KDN quota guidelines and source primarily from Indonesia, Bangladesh, and Nepal — the government-approved nationalities for plantation work — through our accredited overseas partner network.

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Logistics & Warehousing

Reliable workforce supply for 3PL warehouses, cold chain distribution centres, and large-scale e-commerce fulfilment hubs across Selangor, KL, and Johor. All workers are housed in Act 446 certified hostels with GPS-tracked transport — ensuring your site passes JTKSM inspections and maintains operational continuity without placement gaps or permit disruptions.

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Trusted by Malaysian Employers
Across Every Sector

From multinational electronics factories to major construction contractors, employers across Peninsular Malaysia rely on Andaraya to manage quota approvals, legal placements, Act 446 housing compliance, and RBA audit documentation — under one agency relationship.

We needed over 200 foreign workers placed during a plant expansion — on a compressed timeline. Andaraya handled the entire FWCMS quota application, KDN approval, VDR processing, and FOMEMA scheduling without a single delay. Every worker arrived medically cleared, contract-signed, and production-ready on day one.

Plant Director Tier-1 Automotive Parts Manufacturer, Selangor

Passing our annual RBA audit is a non-negotiable condition of our international supply contracts. Andaraya's zero-recruitment-fee documentation, complete FOMEMA records, and Act 446 hostel management gave our auditors a clean paper trail with nothing to flag. We have renewed our agency partnership every year since.

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JTKSM Licence C No. 657 — Agensi Pekerjaan Andaraya Sdn. Bhd., licensed local and foreign worker recruitment agency Malaysia
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Our Foreign Worker Recruitment Process

How We Recruit & Place Foreign Workers in Malaysia

Recruiting foreign workers in Malaysia involves coordinating across MOHR, KDN, source-country embassies, FOMEMA, and the Immigration Department — simultaneously. We manage every step, from initial quota analysis through to Act 446 onboarding and PLKS issuance, so you receive a work-ready workforce without administrative burden.

Workforce Ratio Analysis & KDN Quota Application

We audit your existing local-to-foreign headcount ratio against the KDN sector limits applicable to your industry, then manage the complete quota application via the FWCMS portal and e-Quota system — including all supporting documents required for KDN and JTKSM review. Quota approvals are tracked and followed up to prevent timeline slippage.

Ethical Source-Country Recruitment & Candidate Screening

Through accredited overseas partners in Indonesia, Bangladesh, Nepal, Myanmar, and India, we conduct pre-departure interviews and sector-matched skills assessments — ensuring workers placed on your production line, construction site, or warehouse floor meet your industry's specific requirements. All recruitment costs are employer-funded; workers pay zero placement fees.

VDR Processing, FOMEMA Medical Clearance & Embassy Documentation

We process Visa with Reference (VDR) applications, coordinate mandatory FOMEMA medical screenings, and manage labour contract attestation at the relevant source-country embassies. No worker departs without passing FOMEMA medical clearance — protecting your PLKS issuance timeline and Immigration Department compliance.

Airport Reception, Act 446 Onboarding & PLKS Issuance

On arrival, workers are received at the airport and transported directly to Act 446-certified Centralised Labour Quarters (CLQ). We conduct workplace safety and cultural orientation briefings before first-day deployment, and manage first-year PLKS work permit issuance with the Immigration Department in parallel.

Annual PLKS Renewal, RBA Audit & Ongoing Compliance Management

We manage annual PLKS renewals, FOMEMA re-screenings, ePPAx status updates, and levy payment scheduling throughout the employment period — maintaining a zero-permit-lapse commitment. All RBA and SMETA audit documentation is maintained continuously, protecting your international supply chain contracts from ethical audit failures.

Why Partner with Agensi Pekerjaan Andaraya

The Andaraya Advantage for
Foreign Worker Recruitment in Malaysia

Choosing a foreign worker recruitment agency in Malaysia means choosing who carries your regulatory risk. As a JTKSM Licence C holder (No. 657) operating since 1989 with a clean enforcement record, Andaraya provides a fully managed recruitment ecosystem — government liaison, ethical sourcing, legal placement, and RBA/SMETA audit compliance — under a single, accountable agency relationship.

Full Statutory Compliance Coverage

We manage compliance across the Employment Act 1955, Workers' Minimum Standards of Housing and Amenities Act (Act 446), OSHA 1994, and KDN quota regulations. From Act 446 housing certification to annual PLKS renewals, your business is insulated from enforcement penalties, quota suspensions, and employer blacklisting.

Sector-Specific Sourcing Expertise

Our recruitment consultants specialise by industry sector. Whether your business requires 500 production operators for an electronics assembly line, skilled tradesmen for an IBS construction project, or field workers for a palm oil estate, we source through accredited overseas partners whose candidate pools are matched to your sector's skill requirements and operational KPIs.

Employer-Funded Zero-Cost Recruitment

Workers recruited through Andaraya are never charged placement, recruitment, or mobilisation fees. All costs are borne by the employer — a core requirement for passing RBA, SMETA, and global ESG supply chain audits. We provide fully itemised cost breakdowns covering levy payments, VDR fees, and agency charges for complete ethical audit documentation.

Accredited International Sourcing Network

Our overseas recruitment partners undergo due diligence and accreditation before being admitted to our sourcing network. Partner agencies in Indonesia, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Myanmar operate under transparent, documented sourcing processes — providing an audit-ready supply chain from candidate identification through to Malaysian immigration clearance.

Digital Records & Audit Traceability

Inspection-ready documentation maintained throughout the employment period — permit status, FOMEMA records, payroll compliance, Act 446 housing certificates, and RBA/SMETA declarations — all digitally archived and accessible for regulatory inspections or international ESG audits at short notice.

Post-Deployment Welfare Management

Long-term workforce stability requires more than placement. We provide ongoing orientation programmes, compliant Act 446 accommodation management, 24/7 welfare officer support, and a structured grievance resolution process — reducing worker turnover and protecting your employer welfare compliance record.

Foreign Worker Lifecycle Management

End-to-End Lifecycle Management

Every stage of your foreign worker's employment in Malaysia — managed, documented, and compliant from first arrival to final repatriation. No stage is left unmanaged; no permit is left to lapse.

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Quota & Pre-Arrival

KDN quota applications via FWCMS and e-Quota, source-country candidate selection, Visa With Reference (VDR) processing, and overseas FOMEMA pre-clearance before workers depart their home country.

Managed: MOHR · KDN · Immigration

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Arrival & Immigration Clearance

Airport or border reception, biometric registration at the Immigration Department, security bond lodging, and initial PLKS work permit issuance — all coordinated against confirmed arrival schedules.

Managed: Immigration · MOHR

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Onboarding, Operations & Welfare

From airport arrival onward, our sister company Andaraya (M) Sdn Bhd manages Act 446-certified accommodation, licensed factory transport, statutory payroll, and 24/7 multilingual welfare support — as one integrated group, no vendor handoff.

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Annual Permit Renewals

Proactive PLKS renewal applications filed ahead of expiry, FOMEMA re-examination scheduling, ePPAx status updates, and annual levy payment management — maintaining a zero-permit-lapse commitment across your full workforce.

Zero permit lapse commitment

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Repatriation & Legal Exit

Orderly repatriation coordination at contract end, final clearance documentation, checkout memo processing, security bond release, and Immigration Department database updating — including absconded worker reporting where required.

Full Immigration compliance

After Recruitment — What Happens Next

Workers Placed. Management Begins.

Our job as your foreign worker recruitment agency in Malaysia ends when workers arrive with every document in order — quota approved, FOMEMA cleared, PLKS issued, embassy attestations complete.

From that point, Andaraya (M) Sdn Bhd — our sister company under the same group — takes over the full operational management lifecycle: Act 446-certified accommodation, licensed factory transport, EPF/SOCSO/EIS payroll, ongoing PLKS renewals, RBA audit documentation, and 24/7 worker welfare management.

One group. Two specialised functions. Zero gaps between them.

Post-Arrival Workforce Management → Government Liaison & Permit Management →
Act 446 Hostel Management JTKSM-certified CLQ · occupancy records · pre-inspection readiness See hostel management →
Licensed Factory Transport JPJ-licensed fleet · GPS-tracked · shift-schedule aligned See transport management →
Statutory Payroll & Levy EPF · SOCSO · EIS · eWages-compliant audit trails See workforce management →
Government System Integration

Direct Integration with Malaysia's Official Workforce Platforms

All foreign worker documentation is submitted, tracked, and managed through Malaysia's official government platforms — giving your business real-time compliance visibility and a complete, inspection-ready paper trail without the administrative burden.

ePPAx — Foreign Worker Integrated Management System

We use ePPAx for centralised processing of new worker applications, quota submissions, and annual permit renewals under the Immigration Department. All submissions are tracked in real time and archived in full for regulatory audit purposes.

FWCMS — Foreign Worker Centralized Management System

FWCMS integration provides live visibility over each worker's documentation status, permit expiry dates, and compliance standing — enabling proactive renewal management and eliminating permit lapse risk across your entire foreign workforce.

Credentials & Industry Recognition

37+ Years of Verified
Ethical Recruitment Standards

Agensi Pekerjaan Andaraya has operated as a licensed foreign worker recruitment agency in Malaysia since 1989 — independently verified through a clean JTKSM regulatory record and third-party industry recognition across West Malaysia.

Zero JTKSM Enforcement Actions Since 1989

A clean regulatory record spanning 37+ years — no enforcement actions, licence suspensions, or penalty notices issued under the Employment Act 1955, Act 446 housing regulations, or JTKSM agency compliance requirements. When you place workers through Andaraya, your business is backed by an agency with an unbroken compliance history.

Asia Excellence Choice Award — Outstanding Recruitment Service

Independently recognised for outstanding service quality in the foreign worker recruitment sector across Peninsular Malaysia. This independently judged award evaluates agency compliance standards, client retention, and ethical recruitment practices — assessed against active Malaysian employment agencies in the sector.

Asia Excellence Choice Award — Agensi Pekerjaan Andaraya, Outstanding Foreign Worker Recruitment Service Malaysia
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Foreign Recruitment FAQ

Essential information regarding quotas, source countries, Act 446, and compliance.

Quota applications are submitted via the FWCMS (Foreign Workers Centralised Management System) and e-Quota portal under KDN. Employers must meet the local-to-foreign worker ratio set by the Ministry of Home Affairs. Andaraya advises on your eligibility, prepares all supporting documents, and manages the full submission for a successful quota approval.

Yes. Under the Workers' Minimum Standards of Housing and Amenities Act 1990 (Act 446), all Malaysian employers must provide JTKSM-certified accommodation for foreign workers. Non-compliance risks placement suspension and penalties during inspections. Andaraya provides turnkey Act 446 hostel management services and Centralised Labour Quarters (CLQ) to keep your site fully compliant.

Andaraya enforces a strict Zero Recruitment Fee policy — workers are never charged placement fees, which is the primary RBA and SMETA audit requirement. We maintain full documentation at every hiring stage including contracts, FOMEMA records, and source-country attestations. Our RBA compliance services are designed to protect manufacturers' standing with global tech, retail, and automotive clients.

JTKSM Licence C is the highest-grade recruitment licence issued by Malaysia's Department of Labour (Jabatan Tenaga Kerja Semenanjung Malaysia). It authorizes the agency to recruit and place both local and foreign workers from all KDN-approved source countries. Hiring through a Licence C agency protects employers from legal liability under the Employment Act 1955 and reduces the risk of compliance failures. Agensi Pekerjaan Andaraya holds Licence C No. 657, established since 1989.

The typical timeline from quota approval to worker arrival is 3 to 6 months, depending on the source country, KDN processing speed, and employer readiness. The process involves: quota application → KDN approval → source-country selection → FOMEMA medical screening → VDR visa processing → mobilization → Act 446 onboarding → PLKS issuance. Andaraya manages every stage, keeping you updated throughout. View our full recruitment process for a detailed breakdown.

Malaysia's KDN currently approves foreign worker recruitment from Indonesia, Bangladesh, Nepal, Myanmar, Philippines, India, Pakistan, and Vietnam. The permitted source countries may vary by industry sector and are subject to KDN policy updates. Andaraya maintains active recruitment partnerships in all approved countries and advises employers on the best source country based on skill requirements, cost, and availability.

FOMEMA (Foreign Workers Medical Examination Monitoring Agency) is the mandatory medical screening programme for all foreign workers entering Malaysia. Workers must pass a FOMEMA health examination before their PLKS work permit is issued or renewed. Andaraya coordinates all FOMEMA screenings as part of our end-to-end placement process, ensuring no placement delays due to medical non-compliance.

The permitted ratio of foreign workers to local employees varies by industry sector. For manufacturing, the general cap is up to 32.5% of total headcount for most sub-sectors, while construction and plantation may have different limits set by KDN. Ratios are subject to periodic policy revisions. Andaraya conducts a workforce ratio analysis before any quota application to ensure your company qualifies. See our foreign worker quota guide for the latest figures.

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