Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC)

The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) is a regional economic forum established in 1989 to leverage the growing interdependence of the Asia-Pacific region. APEC Business Travel Card is designed to simplify the visa application process for business travelers engaged in APEC-related business activities within APEC member countries.

Benefits of APEC Card

  1. Visa Exemption: Cardholders are exempt from visa application when travelling to all APEC member countries.
  2. APEC Special Lane: Cardholders have access to the APEC Special Lane facilitates seamless departure and arrival cross-border experience.
  3. Networking Opportunities: APEC community fosters connections and collaborations among professionals and business partners, promoting international business, cooperation and understanding.
  4. Time and Cost Savings: Cardholders benefit from visa exemption, reducing waiting time and associated costs related to visa applications.

APEC Member Countries

  • Australia
  • Brunei Darussalam
  • Canada
  • Chile
  • People’s Republic of China
  • Hong Kong
  • China
  • Indonesia
  • Japan
  • Republic of Korea
  • Malaysia
  • Mexico
  • New Zealand
  • Papua New Guinea
  • Peru
  • The Philippines
  • The Russian Federation
  • Singapore
  • Chinese Taipei
  • Thailand
  • United States of America
  • Vietnam

Applicant (Residing in Malaysia)

  1. APEC application form
  2. Copy of Malaysian passport (passport validity period exceeds 3 years)
  3. Photocopy of identity card
  4. 1 -piece passport size photo (blue background)
  5. Letter of application from the company with confirmation of the applicant;
    • Name, date of birth, identity card number and passport
    • Positions in the company
    • Justification of APEC Business Travel Card application
    • Applicant’s job description
  6. Letter of support from the relevant Regulatory Agency
  7. Letter of authority for a representative from the company if the applicant is unable to attend.

Applicant (Residing Outside Malaysia)

  1. APEC application form
  2. Copy of Malaysian passport (passport validity period exceeds 3 years)
  3. Photocopy of identity card
  4. 1 -piece passport size photo (blue background)
  5. Letter of application from the company with confirmation of the applicant;
    • Name, date of birth, identity card number and passport
    • Positions in the company
    • Justification of APEC Business Travel Card application
    • Applicant’s job description
  6. Letter of support from the relevant Regulatory Agency
  7. Copy of Work Permit or Permanent Resident Card
  8. Letter of authority for a representative from the company if the applicant is unable to attend.