Brunei Darussalam
General visa requirements for travelling to Brunei Darussalam. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Work / Immigration visa (Dependent Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 730 days
- Processing time
- 5-14 days
- Fee
- Varies
- Validity
- Tied to primary visa holder's validity
- Entry
- Single entry
Dependent Visa issued to spouse and children under 18. Validity tied to primary employment pass holder's visa.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Spouse and children (under 18) of employment pass holders.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: Recent passport-sized photographs
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: No; Must include salary: No
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Dependent visa application form
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Birth certificate
Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: No
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Marriage certificate
Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: No
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Proof of address
Provide current address evidence, such as a utility bill, tenancy document, residence certificate or official correspondence.
How to apply
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Document submission
Submit application through sponsoring employer or Immigration Department.
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Processing wait
Processing time similar to employment pass.
Work / Immigration visa (Employment Pass)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 730 days
- Processing time
- 5-14 days
- Fee
- Varies by visa type and employer sponsorship
- Validity
- 2 years (renewable)
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Employment Pass (EP) valid for 2 years, renewable. Foreign Workers License (LPA) required for all foreign workers, usually issued for 1-2 years. Workers staying more than 3 months must register for Green Identity Card (IC). Employer must sponsor the application.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Foreign nationals employed by Brunei companies.
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Employment
Must have valid job offer from Brunei employer.
Required status: Valid job offer from Brunei employer
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: Recent passport-sized photographs, colored, white background
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: No; Must include salary: Yes
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Police clearance
Validity months: 6
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
Required tests: As required by issuing authority
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Employment visa application form
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Curriculum vitae
Provide a current CV showing education, work history and relevant qualifications.
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Academic transcript
Provide academic records for the course, qualification or training route.
Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: No
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Work contract
Provide a signed job offer, contract or assignment letter showing the role, dates and employer.
Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: No
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Work permit notification
Provide work permit approval, notification or authorisation evidence from the relevant authority.
How to apply
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Document gathering
Gather all required documents including educational certificates, police clearance, and medical certificate.
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Document submission
Employer submits application to Prime Minister's Office, Labor Department, and Immigration Department.
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Processing wait
Employment Pass processing takes approximately 5 days; Foreign Workers License may take longer.
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Visa collection
Once approved, employee can collect Employment Pass valid for 2 years.