CERTIFICATE OF GOOD CONDUCT FOR MALAYSIANS
Beginning 4th February 2018, obtaining the Certificate of Good Conduct or Police Clearance Certificate from COUNTRY OF ORIGIN was imposed by the UAE Government to new job seekers and COUNTRY OF RESIDENCE for anyone resides in the UAE for more than 5 years. This is as part of the UAE’s initiative to ensure the security of the society.
The screening is applicable only to new work visas. The certificate will only be applicable for the worker concerned and not his/her dependents. Those coming to the country on visit, tourist or student visas are not required to get the certificate either.
GUIDELINES FOR MALAYSIAN EXPATS
- For Malaysians less than 5 years in the UAE and residing in the UAE
- To submit Certificate of Good Conduct Application via online (https://ekonsular.kln.gov.my/en/).
- Applicants must have valid email address and create new ID in the system database
- Keep the submission record and to check individually in the system for the results
- Once the result has been out, please come to the Embassy / Consulate office for the issuance of the Certificate of Good Conduct.
- The applicant has to get the document attested by Wisma Putra and also the UAE Embassy in KL (requirement by the UAE MOFAIC)
- Get the certificate attested at the attestation centres of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, UAE
- For Malaysians more than 5 years in the UAE
- Obtain police clearance certificate from the UAE Police or designated centres
- For Malaysians residing in Malaysia and plans to work in the UAE
- To submit Certificate of Good Conduct Application via online (https://ekonsular.kln.gov.my/en/).
- Applicants must have valid email address and create new ID in the system database
- Keep the submission record and to check individually in the system for the results
- Once the result has been out, please come to Wisma Putra, Putrajaya for the issuance of the Certificate of Good Conduct
- Get the certificate attested at the Embassy of the UAE in Kuala Lumpur
Good Conduct Certificate explained
Good conduct certificate is a certificate issued by the country of origin of an expat who is coming to the UAE on a work visa. If he/she had been residing in any other country than his/her home country, the expat needs to produce the certificate from that country.
How can it be obtained?
It is usually issued by the police in a resident's home country. It then needs to be ratified by the country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs / Embassy / Consulate Office, as well as the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.
Is the certificate required for switching jobs within the UAE?
It is not mandatory for residents switching jobs within the country. However, it is up to the employer.
Do dependents of residents have to get the certificate?
The certificate will only be applicable for the worker concerned and not his/her dependents.
Who else are exempted from obtaining it?
Those coming to the UAE on visit, tourist or student visas.
Documents required to apply for a good conduct certificate in UAE
Valid Emirates ID and an active email address
How much you have to pay for the certificate?
UAE National - AED 100
Residents - AED 200
Foreigners - AED 300 plus AED 10 Knowledge fee and AED 10
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