Expatriate Work Permit , FAQ

Is there any restriction to employ foreign workers in any investment project and commercial office? Can these ratios be changed?

Oct 11, 2021

• Generally industrial projects registered with BIDA can employ foreign workers at a ratio of 10:1 local worker: foreign worke at the initial stage and then 20:1 during the operational stage. • Commercial (branch, representative/ liaison) offices registered with BIDA and educational institutes can employ foreign workers at a ratio of 5:1 (local worker: foreign worker).