Perceptions of the Rights and Welfare of Foreign Workers in Peninsular Malaysia

The Malaysian government has implemented numerous policies and laws to regulate monitor the employment of foreign workers in country. This study examines key issues related relevant labour Malaysia addressing welfare rights workers, primarily workers’ wages deductions, levy repatriation costs, insurance medical benefits, passport retention, discrimination by employers access complaint mechanisms. Secondly, this draws on several survey findings that indicate existence forced indicators may amplify vulnerability abuse exploitation. A was conducted obtain perspectives Peninsular using a convenience sampling approach collect data. undertaken among with Visitor’s Pass (Temporary Employment) (Pas Lawatan Kerja Sementara, or PLKS) PLKS holders. suggest aspects are not effectively protected, some indicating presence indicators. In addition, two other highlighted further areas which there is lack protection for workers. provides recommendations suggests qualitative studies gather in-depth employers. can help develop effective policy legal intervention strategies improve Malaysia.