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Malaysia Recruitment Guidance

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Malaysia Recruitment Guidance

A high-level pointer to Malaysia private-employment-agency regulation and recruitment considerations.

General guidance only. Requirements and decisions remain with the relevant authority. This page does not assess individual eligibility or guarantee any approval.

What employers and job seekers should understand

  • Private employment agencies are regulated under Malaysia’s relevant legal framework.
  • Recruiters and employers should confirm current licensing, scope and process requirements with JTKSM.
  • This page is general guidance and does not determine licence eligibility or regulatory compliance.
Official sourceJTKSM — Private Employment Agencies ↗Last verified: 26 August 2026Reviewer: Leader Global Group — staging source reviewNext review: 26 September 2026Relevance note: General guidance only. Check the official authority source for current relevance and effective dates before acting.