Malaysia Expat Forum

mrmurphy
Joined 2017
Posts: 1

6 years ago

Sponsored by one company but working for a different company

6 years ago

Hi all,

I'm hoping to find some information from anyone who may have had a similar work arrangement offer to mine.

I've been offered a job in Kuala Lumpur however the company itself is not in a position to formally hire me just yet. They are currently in the process of applying for MSC status and, as I'm a foreigner, they cannot officially hire me until the process is complete which may take a considerable amount of time.

As we both do not want to wait so long for me to begin working there, they have offered me an alternative solution. The boss of this company (A) said they can get another company (B), which already has MSC status, to sponsor the Employment Pass for me.

Basically, I will have company B named on the Employment Pass but I will work at the location and be paid by company A. Just to note, these 2 companies are not related and are completely separate entities. The bosses from both companies are friends and I was told it would be simply be a favour between friends.

I've tried to find information about this online and the only thing I can find was from the Expatriates Services Division site at https://esd.imi.gov.my/portal/expatriates/myxpats/key-services/employment-pass/

It states on this page that "Expatriates may only work for the company named in the Employment Pass." Because of this statement, I do not think it's possible for me to legally work under this arrangement. However, the boss from company A has assured me it's perfectly fine.

Has anyone else had any similar experiences and/or are working in Malaysia under a similar arrangement with 2 companies?

Any advice is greatly appreciated, thanks in advance!

Allianz Care

Flexible solutions allow you to tailor your cover to meet your needs and budget. Use Promocode: LIFE10 and get 10% off your international health insurance for life!
Get Quote

Allianz Care

Flexible solutions allow you to tailor your cover to meet your needs and budget. Use Promocode: LIFE10 and get 10% off your international health insurance for life!
Get Quote

Living in Malaysia Guide

Expats in Malaysia agree that living in Malaysia has its pros and cons. Expats love the welcoming Malay people, cultural diversity, lower cost of living and amazing food.

Malaysia Forum
Join our Malaysia forum to meet other expats and talk about living in Malaysia.

Contribute
Help other expats and newcomers by answering questions about the challenges and adventures of living in Malaysia.

Best Places to Live in Malaysia

If you're dreaming about living in Malaysia, here are the 15 Best Places to Live in Malaysia in 2023.

Healthcare in Malaysia

Expats in Malaysia recommend that newcomers talk to friends and learn about the best hospitals, clinics and doctors in their area before a medical emergency arises.

Cost of Living in Malaysia

Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Malaysia.

Moving to Malaysia Guide

Expats are attracted to Malaysia's lower cost of living, bustling cities, multicultural vibe, climate and proximity to Singapore. Many expat retirees take advantage of the Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) program.

Real Estate in Malaysia

Real estate listings in popular cities and towns in Malaysia.

Pros & Cons of Living in Malaysia

Take off your rose-colored glasses and learn what expats have to say about the biggest challenges and the greatest rewards of living in Malaysia.

Retiring in Malaysia

Advice for people retiring in Malaysia.

10 Tips for Living in Malaysia

If you've recently arrived in Malaysia, here are 10 tips for digital nomads living in Malaysia.

Additional Information:

Visit our Malaysia Index for a Full List

Allianz Care

Flexible solutions allow you to tailor your cover to meet your needs and budget. Use Promocode: LIFE10 and get 10% off your international health insurance for life!
Get Quote

Allianz Care

Flexible solutions allow you to tailor your cover to meet your needs and budget. Use Promocode: LIFE10 and get 10% off your international health insurance for life!
Get Quote

Contribute
Help others in Malaysia by answering questions about the challenges and adventures of living in Malaysia.