Recruiting foreign workers from Pakistan
Recruitment from Pakistan is permitted under Malaysia’s Private Agencies Act 1971 (Akta 27) and coordinated through JTKSM approvals. Both male and female workers are eligible across all approved sectors, with recruitment conducted only by licensed agencies holding a valid Licence C.
Where Pakistani workers can be placed
Under JTKSM guidelines, Pakistani workers are eligible across Manufacturing, Construction, Plantation, Agriculture, and Services. This broad eligibility makes Pakistan one of the most flexible source countries for Malaysian employers.
Manufacturing
Production operators, technicians, and skilled trades for industrial plants.
Construction
General labour and skilled workers for civil, building, and infrastructure projects.
Plantation & Agriculture
Estate and field labour roles across palm oil and agricultural sectors.
Services
Hospitality, cleaning, and food & beverage support roles.
How sourcing from Pakistan works
Government Coordination
Recruitment aligned with Pakistan’s Bureau of Emigration & Overseas Employment and approved by JTKSM in Malaysia.
Employer Pays Principle
Zero recruitment fees charged to workers, in line with Malaysian regulations and Akta 27 compliance.
Skills & Trade Testing
Workers undergo trade tests and skill verification before deployment.
Pre-Departure Orientation
Mandatory cultural and workplace safety briefing before departure to Malaysia.
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India
Recruitment process, MOIA coordination, and sector eligibility under JTKSM approval.
View guide →Recruit Pakistani workers the right way
Broad sector eligibility, documented compliance, and recruitment conducted under JTKSM approval and Akta 27 licensing.