>Verify whether employees based in Sabah, Sarawak, or Labuan require travel to Brunei and confirm they hold the Restricted Passport to Brunei—not a standard Malaysian passport.
>Schedule and accompany eligible employees to Immigration Offices in Sabah, Sarawak, or WP Labuan to apply in person, ensuring submission of all required documents (e.g., MyKad, birth certificate, guardian ID, custody/death certificates).
>Amend internal HR travel policies to mandate pre-departure validation of the Restricted Passport’s validity, issuance location, and photo/background compliance (3.5×5 cm, light blue).
English Summary
Malaysia’s Immigration Department issues the Restricted Passport to Brunei exclusively for Malaysian citizens residing in Sarawak, Sabah, and Labuan for travel to Brunei Darussalam only. Valid for five years (RM50 fee, effective 1 May 2011), it requires in-person application at designated immigration offices. Eligible applicants must submit MyKad, birth certificate (if under 18), parental/guardian ID, custody or death certificates (where applicable), and two recent 3.5×5 cm light-blue-background photos. Military/police personnel must present official service IDs. This passport is not valid for third-country travel. Foreign employers operating in Sabah, Sarawak, or Labuan must verify that employees traveling to Brunei hold this specific passport — not a regular Malaysian passport — and ensure documentation aligns with applicant category. Non-compliance may result in denied entry, operational delays, or HR regulatory exposure.
HR须建立‘文莱差旅证件预审清单’：检查护照类型（封面标注‘Restricted Passport to Brunei’）、签发地（仅限沙巴/砂拉越/纳闽移民局）、有效期（5年）、照片合规性（浅蓝底、3.5×5cm）。建议每季度复核在册员工证件状态，并与当地移民局保持联络渠道。
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Utama »Main Services»Passport»Restricted Passport to Brunei Restricted Passport to Brunei Menu Restricted Passport to Brunei This passport is issued to Malaysian citizens residing in Sarawak, Sabah, and the Federal Territory of Labuan for travel to Brunei Darussalam. Applications can be made at the Immigration Offices in Sabah, Sarawak, and WP Labuan.ValidityFive (5) years from the date of issue.PaymentRM 50.00 (new rate effective 1 May 2011) Application Conditions Applicant Category Documents to be Submitted Applicants aged 18 and above Born in the country Applicant's MyKad If you do not have a MyKad, a temporary identity card (JPN.KPPK 09 and 11) of the applicant is required. 2 recent photos on light blue background (3.5 x 5 cm) Born abroad Applicant's MyKad Form W/Birth Certificate/Status Certificate Travel documents used when returning to Malaysia. 2 recent photos on light blue background (3.5 x 5 cm) Officers and members of the military Military ID 2 keping gambar terbaru berlatar belakang biru muda ( berukuran 3.5 x 5 sm) Police officers and members Authorities Police ID 2 recent photos on a light blue background (measuring 3.5 x 5 cm) Pemohon yang berumur 18 tahun ke bawah Lahir dalam negara Applicant's MyKad Applicant's birth certificate MyKad father/mother (mother or father must be present as well). 2 recent photos on a light blue background (measuring 3.5 x 5 cm) Born abroad Form W/Birth Certificate/Status Certificate Travel documents used when returning to Malaysia. MyKad father/mother (mother or father must be present) 2 recent photos on light blue background (3.5 x 5 cm) If the parent has passed away Applicant's MyKad Applicant's birth certificate Death certificate Affidavit of child custody/ letter from the Social Welfare Department. Guardian's Identity Card/Guardian's Passport (if a foreigner) 2 recent photos on light blue background (3.5 x 5 cm) If the parents are divorced Applicant's MyKad Applicant's birth certificate The court letter gives custody of the child to the parent. MyKad of the parent who is given custody. 2 recent photos on light blue background (3.5 x 5 cm) If the mother and father cannot be traced Applicant's MyKad Applicant's birth certificate Oath Letter/Community Welfare Letter or confirmation from the Village Head/Penghulu confirming the parent cannot be traced. Guardian's Identity Card/Guardian's Passport (if a foreigner) 2 recent photos on light blue background (3.5 x 5 cm) If the applicant is an adopted child Applicant's MyKad Adoption Certificate Guardian's Identity Card/Guardian's Passport (if a foreigner) 2 recent photos on light blue background (3.5 x 5 cm) If the applicant is married Applicant's MyKad Marriage certificate or divorce certificate (if divorced) 2 recent photos on light blue background (3.5 x 5 cm) Note Applicants must be present at the Immigration Office For a replacement passport, please bring your existing passport with you.