Penang FYI: Just received my 1 year multi-entry Non-Imm B.
The consulate staff gave very good, efficient, quality service. I showed up at 7:15AM via grab and was 2nd in line. By 8:30 there were about 50 people in line. I didn't see a single visa agent. The guard came out at 8:45 to disuccs some things I'll mention below, and then let everyone in at 8:50. At exactly 9:00am, 10 applicants at a time are allowed to enter the lobby to turn in applications. Signs outside indicate they are taking 100 applications per day. I was out by 9:15am after turning in my appliation and answering some basic questions specific to my circumstances. I returned the following day at 1:45pm to pick up my visa. I was allowed the waiting area at 1:55pm. I was in the 2nd group to enter the lobby at 2:15pm and was out and finished by 2:30pm. Quality, straightforward experience overall.
Hopefully the following notes will provide some additional clarity for those going in the near future:
1. They asked for my actual work permit, in addition to the copy. A couple of years ago I was advised to never take my WP out of the country, so I was a little confused by this and thankful my immigration lawyer advised me to take it.
2. They required "managing director" for the job description.
3. They required the visa application to have the Penang Consulate header. They would not accept the Visa application with the KL header. They passed out the proper applicatoin forms at 8:50am via the guard.
4. They somewhat enforced a dress code. No open toed shoes, no exposed shoulders or "revealing tops", conservative skirts/pants, etc. The consulate was a very nice, very well kept, professional looking place. The consulate staff appreciate and kindly ask for the respect of the visa applicants through cultrually and situationally appropriate dress.
5. My flight and hotel information and Malaysia entry stamp was not requested. This was likely due to my application being non-B rather than tourist.
TLDR : Answer Summary
The author shares their positive experience obtaining a one-year multi-entry Non-Imm B visa at the Penang Consulate. They highlight the efficient service provided by the staff, the organized application process, and specific requirements such as needing both a work permit and a job description that includes 'managing director.' They also note the enforcement of a dress code and the lack of request for flight and hotel information for their application type. Other commenters provide additional insights, including observations about visa agents and dress code signage.
