Immigration Dept says only RM1,136 to hire migrant domestic helper

The Immigration Department has denied an estimated five-figure cost to hire a migrant domestic worker, saying instead an employer would only need to pay RM1,136 for related fees.

"This amount comprises levy, visa according to the source country, processing fee, employment pass payment, surety and a few other payments," said Immigration director-general Khairul Dzaimee Daud.