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Sector-Specific Document Requirements for Section 60K Approval
Detailed checklists for each Malaysian industry. Ensure you have all required documents before submitting your foreign worker application.
Document requirements for foreign worker approval vary by industry sector. Use the sector-specific checklist below to compile your complete application package. Missing or incomplete documents are the primary reason applications are delayed or rejected.
Manufacturing (Perkilangan)
Sector Code: Manufacturing
Basic Documents
- Company registration certificate (Borang 9, 24, 49 or Borang D, B if non-Sdn Bhd)
- Director/Owner ID based on SSM records
- 3 months PERKESO contribution statements
- Business license from local authority (PBT)
- Audited financial statements for current year
- Employment contracts for 2 local workers (sample)
- Employment contracts for 2 foreign workers (sample)
- Salary statements for 3 months for 2 local workers
- Salary statements for 3 months for 2 foreign workers
Special Requirements for This Sector
- ◆MPOB license (Palm Oil Factory)
- ◆Forest Department license (Timber-based factory)
- ◆MOA license (Rice Mill)
Note: Manufacturing sector includes various subsectors with different specialized licensing requirements. Ensure your specific subsector is covered.
Construction (Pembinaan)
Sector Code: Construction
Basic Documents
- Company registration certificate (Borang 9, 24, 49)
- Company profile issued by SSM
- Director/Owner ID based on SSM records
- 3 months PERKESO contribution statements
- CIDB Registration Certificate (mandatory)
- Employment contracts for 2 local workers (sample)
- Employment contracts for 2 foreign workers (sample)
- Salary statements for 3 months for 2 local workers
- Salary statements for 3 months for 2 foreign workers
Special Requirements for This Sector
- ◆Valid CIDB contractor registration
- ◆CIDB grade/class classification
Note: Construction companies must have active CIDB (Construction Industry Development Board) registration before submitting foreign worker applications.
Agriculture (Pertanian)
Sector Code: Agriculture
Basic Documents
- Company registration or cooperative registration (SKM for cooperatives)
- Director/Owner ID based on SSM records
- 3 months PERKESO contribution statements
- Employment contracts for 2 local workers (sample)
- Employment contracts for 2 foreign workers (sample)
- Salary statements for 3 months for 2 local workers
- Salary statements for 3 months for 2 foreign workers
Special Requirements for This Sector
- ◆Support letter and assessment report from Department of Agriculture (valid for 6 months)
- ◆For livestock: Veterinary Department support letter (valid for 1 year)
- ◆For aquaculture: Fisheries Department support letter (valid for 6 months)
- ◆Specific licenses: Poultry license, Pig farming license, or Marine culture license (if applicable)
Note: Agriculture subsectors require different department endorsements. Identify your specific subsector (crops, livestock, or aquaculture) for correct documentation.
Mining & Quarrying (Perlombongan & Pengkuarian)
Sector Code: Mining
Basic Documents
- Company registration certificate
- Director/Owner ID based on SSM records
- 3 months PERKESO contribution statements
- Business license from local authority (PBT)
- Front and interior premises photos showing business activity
- Floor plan of business premises
- Property rental or ownership agreement
- Employment contracts for 2 local workers (sample)
- Employment contracts for 2 foreign workers (sample)
- Salary statements for 3 months for 2 local workers
- Salary statements for 3 months for 2 foreign workers
Special Requirements for This Sector
- ◆SKSPM (Mining Handling Scheme approval) or SKSK (Quarry Scheme approval)
- ◆Small Forest License (for quarries in forest reserves)
- ◆Permit 4B/4C (for states without quarry regulations)
- ◆Verification letter from State Mineral and Geoscience Department
Note: Mining and quarrying operations require specific state-level permits and approvals.
Warehousing (Gudang Darat)
Sector Code: Warehousing
Basic Documents
- Company registration certificate
- Director/Owner ID based on SSM records
- 3 months PERKESO contribution statements
- Business license from local authority (PBT)
- Front and interior premises photos
- Floor plan of warehouse
- Property rental or ownership agreement (lease >3 years or ownership proof)
- Employment contracts for 2 local workers (sample)
- Employment contracts for 2 foreign workers (sample)
- Salary statements for 3 months for 2 local workers
- Salary statements for 3 months for 2 foreign workers
Note: Warehousing requires verification of warehouse premises and operational capacity.
Hospitality - Restaurant (Restoran)
Sector Code: Restaurant
Basic Documents
- Company registration certificate
- Director/Owner ID based on SSM records
- 3 months PERKESO contribution statements
- Business license from local authority (PBT)
- Front and interior premises photos
- Property rental or ownership agreement (lease >3 years or ownership proof)
- Employment contracts for 2 local workers (sample)
- Employment contracts for 2 foreign workers (sample)
- Salary statements for 3 months for 2 local workers
- Salary statements for 3 months for 2 foreign workers
Note: Restaurant establishments require standard hospitality sector documentation.
Hospitality - Hotel (Hotel)
Sector Code: Hotel
Basic Documents
- Company registration certificate
- Director/Owner ID based on SSM records
- 3 months PERKESO contribution statements
- Business license from local authority (PBT)
- Property rental or ownership agreement (lease >3 years or ownership proof)
- Employment contracts for 2 local workers (sample)
- Employment contracts for 2 foreign workers (sample)
- Salary statements for 3 months for 2 local workers
- Salary statements for 3 months for 2 foreign workers
Special Requirements for This Sector
- ◆Hotel Classification Certificate from MOTAC (Ministry of Tourism, Arts & Culture) - 1 star minimum
- ◆Hotel Association membership (MAH, MAHO, or MBHA)
Note: Hotels must be officially classified and hold current association membership.
Services - Cleaning & Laundry (Pembersihan & Pencucian)
Sector Code: Cleaning
Basic Documents
- Company registration certificate (Borang 9, 24, 49, M&A)
- Director/Owner ID based on SSM records
- 3 months PERKESO contribution statements
- Business license from local authority (PBT)
- Property rental or ownership agreement
- Employment contracts for 2 local workers (sample)
- Employment contracts for 2 foreign workers (sample)
- Salary statements for 3 months for 2 local workers
- Salary statements for 3 months for 2 foreign workers
Note: Service sector requires documented business operations and licensed premises.
Services - Cargo (Kargo)
Sector Code: Cargo
Basic Documents
- Company registration certificate
- Director/Owner ID based on SSM records
- 3 months PERKESO contribution statements
- Business license from local authority (PBT)
- Property rental or ownership agreement
- Lesen Operasi (Operation License) from port or airport authority
- Support letter from port or airport authority
- Employment contracts for 2 local workers (sample)
- Employment contracts for 2 foreign workers (sample)
- Salary statements for 3 months for 2 local workers
- Salary statements for 3 months for 2 foreign workers
Special Requirements for This Sector
- ◆Port Authority or Airport Authority Operation License
- ◆Support letter from relevant port/airport
Note: Cargo services require coordination with port or airport authorities.
Security Officers (Pengawal Keselamatan)
Sector Code: Security
Basic Documents
- Company registration certificate
- Director/Owner ID based on SSM records
- 3 months PERKESO contribution statements
- Business license from local authority (PBT)
- Private Agency License from Ministry of Home Affairs (KDN) - must be current
- 3 months bank statements (consecutive, verified by bank)
- Employment contracts for 2 local workers (sample)
- Employment contracts for 2 foreign workers (sample)
- Salary statements for 3 months for 2 local workers
- Salary statements for 3 months for 2 foreign workers
Special Requirements for This Sector
- ◆Valid Private Security Agency License (Lesen Agensi Persendirian) from KDN
- ◆Bank statements proving financial capacity
Note: Security agencies require Ministry of Home Affairs licensing and financial proof.
Domestic Helpers (Pembantu Rumah)
Sector Code: Domestic
Basic Documents
- Employer ID card (front and back)
- Spouse ID card (if married) or single employer ID
- List of dependents
- Dependent ID cards
- Medical reports/OKU cards (for dependent children if applicable)
- Employer income proof (3 months salary statements or annual tax returns)
Special Requirements for This Sector
- ◆Private Employment Agency (APS) appointment letter from employer
- ◆APS identification and credentials (front and back ID)
- ◆APS license
Note: Domestic helpers are handled through Private Employment Agencies (APS). Individual employers must engage a licensed APS to process applications.
Commerce Officers (Pegawai Dagang)
Sector Code: Commerce
Basic Documents
- Company registration certificate (Borang 9, 24, 49, 13)
- Director/Owner ID based on SSM records
- 3 months PERKESO contribution statements
- Audited financial statements for current year
- Business/activity license (relevant to business type)
- Employment contracts for 2 local management/professional staff
- Salary statements for 3 months for 2 local management/professional staff
- Employment contracts for 2 foreign commerce officers
- Salary statements for 3 months for 2 foreign commerce officers
- Employment contracts for 2 local basic workers
- Salary statements for 3 months for 2 local basic workers
- Employment contracts for 2 foreign basic workers
- Salary statements for 3 months for 2 foreign basic workers
Note: Commerce officers require documentation across management, professional, and basic worker categories.
Universal Documents (for all sectors)
Company Documentation
- ✓ Company registration certificates
- ✓ Director/Chief ID card
- ✓ Business licenses
- ✓ Audited financial records
Employment Documentation
- ✓ PERKESO contributions (3 months)
- ✓ Employment contracts (samples)
- ✓ Salary statements (3 months)
- ✓ Worker documentation proof
Documents Often Missing or Rejected
- ✗Expired documents: Business licenses or bank certifications older than renewal dates
- ✗Unverified copies: Photocopied documents without official stamps or bank verification
- ✗Incomplete contracts: Employment contracts missing key terms, signatures, or date details
- ✗Missing support letters: Agriculture, mining, or port operations without department endorsements
- ✗Outdated PERKESO records: Contributions older than 3 months from submission date
- ✗Bank statements not certified: Statements printed online without bank official stamp
How We Can Help
Preparing the complete document package is often the most time-consuming part of the approval process. Our team can:
- →Review your sector-specific requirements
- →Verify completeness and document quality
- →Identify missing or problematic documents early
- →Coordinate document collection and submission to JTKSM
- →Track application status and handle follow-ups
Application Workflow
What Happens After Documentation
Once you've compiled all required documents for your sector:
1. Submit to JTKSM
We submit your complete package to Job Training and Skills Ministry for initial review
2. Ministry Verification
JTKSM reviews documents and may request verification or conduct workplace inspection
3. Approval & Permit
Upon approval, you receive Labour Permit authorizing foreign worker employment
Need Help Preparing Your Document Package?
Our team specializes in Malaysian foreign worker applications. We'll review your documents, identify gaps, and ensure your application meets all JTKSM requirements for fast approval.
Most employer inquiries receive an initial response within one working day.