Press Release: GoGlobal Malaysia is Granted Expatriate Services Division License

For Immediate Release: February 6, 2020

GoGlobal Malaysia is Granted Expatriate Services Division License 

GoGlobal Malaysia, a rapidly growing operation in GoGlobal Group, has obtained its Expatriate Services Division (“ESD”) license that will allow GoGlobal Malaysia to sponsor expatriates entering the country. The ESD also allows GoGlobal to submit expatriated-related immigration applications via an integrated data platform, thus improving the candidate and employer experience in approval for work permits.

Ryo Yazu, Representative Director of GoGlobal Japan stated, “At client request as we grow rapidly in the Malaysian market, we began the process to obtain our ESD license in mid 2019. With the successful completion of the ESD application, we are now able to fully support both locals and qualified expats into the country.”

Additional information can be found on the Malaysian government Website (English) here: https://esd.imi.gov.my/portal/

The content provided in this publication is for general information purposes only and should not be considered legal advice. Due to potential changes in regulations, the information may become outdated. GoGlobal and its affiliates disclaim any responsibility for actions taken or not taken based on the information contained in this publication.

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