A permanent resident is a resident who is not a temporary resident. Before you apply to be a permanent resident of Malaysia, you must first obtain an Entry Permit seeking to remain in Malaysia after the expiry of your pass.
The issue of an Entry Permit is not a right but merely eligibility. Only certain categories of persons are eligible to obtain an Entry Permit. The categories of persons eligible to apply for an Entry Permit as set out in the Immigration (Prohibition of Entry) Order 1963 are :
Application Status Inquiry for Residence Pass (myOnlinePasResiden)
Kindly Note: Currently, We have suspended Processing of Permanent Residency (PR), Professional (DP 10 & 11), as well as Student Visa.
We well let you know once the Suspension is Revoked.