Section 39(1)(a) of the EPF Act 1991 provides that:
“Where the chief executive officer has reason to believe that any person is about or is likely to leave Malaysia without paying any outstanding and due contributions under this Act, the chief executive officer may issue to the Director General of Immigration a certificate containing particulars of the person and the outstanding and due contributions with a request that the person be prevented from leaving Malaysia, unless he pays the outstanding and due contributions, or furnishes security to the satisfaction of the chief executive officer for its payment.”
Check Travel Restriction Status
A company director, partner, or sole proprietor check their travel restriction status via the official portal of the Immigration Department of Malaysia: https://sspi.imi.gov.my/SSPI/.
Restriction Imposed by EPF
Should there be confirmation that the travel restriction was imposed by the EPF, please contact the Unit Larangan Keluar Negara KWSP via email: seksyen_39@epf.gov.my, providing Director’s full name and identification card or passport number to obtain detailed information regarding outstanding contributions.
Application for Release of Travel Restriction
1. Submit Application:
Applications must be submitted via email to seksyen_39@epf.gov.my at least five (5) working days before the date of travel, and must include the following information:
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- Full name of the individual subjected to the travel ban;
- Identification number/passport number;
- EPF Employer Number (if applicable);
- Purpose of travel;
- Destination details; and
- Duration of stay abroad.
2. Acknowledgement of Application:
The applicant will be informed by the EPF regarding the details of the outstanding arrears and the total payable amount.
3. Making Payment:
Payment can be made via bank draft or cashier order to the Unit Larangan Keluar Negara case handling officer, or at any EPF Office.
The official payment receipt must be submitted as supporting documentation. The release application process will not be initiated unless proof of payment is duly submitted to the Unit Larangan Keluar Negara.
4. Status Notification:
Confirmation and status regarding the application for release from the restriction to leave Malaysia will be notified by EPF via email.
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