Khalisha Sharifah

Practice Leader

Khalisha Sharifah

Khalisha Sharifah
Khalisha Sharifah
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Khalisha Sharifah

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Kuala Lumpur

Fragomen Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.

Suite 21-1, Level 21, UOA Corporate Tower, Avenue 10, The Vertical, Bangsar South, No. 8, Jalan Kerinchi

Kuala Lumpur 59200

Malaysia

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T:+60 (0)3 2280 3668

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Kuala Lumpur

Fragomen Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.

Suite 21-1, Level 21, UOA Corporate Tower, Avenue 10, The Vertical, Bangsar South, No. 8, Jalan Kerinchi

Kuala Lumpur 59200

Malaysia

Get in touch

Languages

  • English
  • Malay

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[email protected]

T:+60 (0)3 2280 3668

F:+60 (0)3 2280 3700

Kuala Lumpur

Fragomen Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.

Suite 21-1, Level 21, UOA Corporate Tower, Avenue 10, The Vertical, Bangsar South, No. 8, Jalan Kerinchi

Kuala Lumpur 59200

Malaysia

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Khalisha is a Practice Leader at Fragomen’s Kuala Lumpur office with more than a decade of Malaysia inbound immigration experience. She leads a team of immigration consultants and analysts, providing strategic guidance to organizations navigating complex immigration requirements. She actively engages with government stakeholders, offering constructive feedback to help improve Malaysia’s immigration framework. She is committed to ensuring that immigration policies are streamlined, business-friendly and aligned with global standards, enabling Malaysia to remain competitive in attracting and retaining international talent.

Since beginning her career in 2012 at a prominent legal firm, she has built extensive experience in immigration processes and compliance, advising both multinational and local companies on all aspects of Malaysia immigration. In 2014, Khalisha joined Fragomen and was among the pioneers instrumental in establishing and growing the firm’s Kuala Lumpur office. She later played a pivotal role in expanding Fragomen’s presence to East Malaysia, further strengthening the firm’s footprint in the region. 

Khalisha speaks English and Malay.

Education

  • Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam, Bachelor of Laws, 2012
  • Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam, Bachelor of Legal Studies, honors, 2010

More from Khalisha

Admissions

Bar Admissions: Malaysia

Court Admissions: Advocates & Solicitors, High Court of Malaya

Publications and lectures

Speaker, “Talent Without Borders: Navigating Workforce Mobility in a Changing Landscape.” Fragomen and AmCham Malaysia, Webinar, 15 July 2026.

Speaker, "Navigating the New Expatriate Policies and the 2027 Succession Planning Frameworks," InvestPenang, 6 July 2026.

Speaker, “Government–Industry - Academia Collaboration Roundtable: Aligning Policy, Industry Needs & Talent Pipelines to Accelerate Sabah’s Energy Ambitions Toward 2040.” Sabah Oil, Gas & Energy Conference & Exhibition (SOGCE), 26 June 2026.

Speaker, “Malaysia Employment Pass Reset: Higher Salaries, New Rules, New Strategy.” Fragomen, Webinar, 19 May 2026.

Speaker, “Fragomen’s Asia Pacific Conference 2026 - Shaping the Future: Solutions Transforming Immigration and Mobility.” Fragomen, Singapore, Singapore, 11 March 2026

Speaker, “Immigration Breakfast Briefing - Navigating Expats Hiring Under Malaysia’s 1:3 Internship Policy.” Fragomen, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 26 November 2025.

Speaker, “The Uniqueness of West and East Malaysia Immigration Landscape.” Fragomen Malaysia Conference 2024, 24 October 2024.

Speaker, “Approval from the Department of Labour Peninsular Malaysia (JTKSM).” Fragomen Breakfast Roundtable, 1 August 2024.

Speaker, “APAC Roundtable Series: Managing Workforce Ratios and Other Localisation Requirements Across the APAC Region.” Fragomen, March 2024.

Speaker, “Latest Immigration Trends, Changes and Policies Shaping the Immigration Landscape for Singapore, China and Malaysia.” Fragomen APAC Webcast, 12 December 2023.

Speaker, “From Past to Future: Malaysian Immigration 2023 Recap and 2024 Preview.” Fragomen Webcast, 5 December 2023.

Speaker, “Evolutions in the Malaysian Immigration Landscape.” Fragomen Malaysia Conference 2023, 16 May 2023.

Speaker, “State of Play Around Asia-Pacific.” Fragomen Webcast, 31 May 2022.

Panelist, “Compliance and Risk Navigation.” HumanResources Workforce Mobility Interactive 2018, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 6 February 2018.

Khalisha’s insights

August 27, 2026 | Conference

GME Live | APAC 2026Read more

July 15, 2026 | Webinar

Fragomen & AmCham Malaysia Spotlight Webinar - Talent Without Borders: Navigating Workforce Mobility in a Changing LandscapeRead more

June 25, 2026 — June 26, 2026 | Conference

Sabah Oil, Gas & Energy Conference & Exhibition (SOGCE)Read more
More related insights

Khalisha’s insights

August 27, 2026 | Conference

GME Live | APAC 2026Read more

July 15, 2026 | Webinar

Fragomen & AmCham Malaysia Spotlight Webinar - Talent Without Borders: Navigating Workforce Mobility in a Changing LandscapeRead more

June 25, 2026 — June 26, 2026 | Conference

Sabah Oil, Gas & Energy Conference & Exhibition (SOGCE)Read more
More related insights

Khalisha’s insights

August 27, 2026 | Conference

GME Live | APAC 2026Read more

July 15, 2026 | Webinar

Fragomen & AmCham Malaysia Spotlight Webinar - Talent Without Borders: Navigating Workforce Mobility in a Changing LandscapeRead more

June 25, 2026 — June 26, 2026 | Conference

Sabah Oil, Gas & Energy Conference & Exhibition (SOGCE)Read more
More related insights

Country / Territory

  • MalaysiaMalaysia

Get in touch

Languages

  • English
  • Malay

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+60 (0)3 2280 3668

F:+60 (0)3 2280 3700

Kuala Lumpur

Fragomen Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.

Suite 21-1, Level 21, UOA Corporate Tower, Avenue 10, The Vertical, Bangsar South, No. 8, Jalan Kerinchi

Kuala Lumpur 59200

Malaysia

Khalisha’s insights

August 27, 2026 | Conference

GME Live | APAC 2026Read more

July 15, 2026 | Webinar

Fragomen & AmCham Malaysia Spotlight Webinar - Talent Without Borders: Navigating Workforce Mobility in a Changing LandscapeRead more

June 25, 2026 — June 26, 2026 | Conference

Sabah Oil, Gas & Energy Conference & Exhibition (SOGCE)Read more
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Get in touch

Languages

  • English
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Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+60 (0)3 2280 3668

F:+60 (0)3 2280 3700

Kuala Lumpur

Fragomen Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.

Suite 21-1, Level 21, UOA Corporate Tower, Avenue 10, The Vertical, Bangsar South, No. 8, Jalan Kerinchi

Kuala Lumpur 59200

Malaysia

Khalisha’s insights

August 27, 2026 | Conference

GME Live | APAC 2026Read more

July 15, 2026 | Webinar

Fragomen & AmCham Malaysia Spotlight Webinar - Talent Without Borders: Navigating Workforce Mobility in a Changing LandscapeRead more

June 25, 2026 — June 26, 2026 | Conference

Sabah Oil, Gas & Energy Conference & Exhibition (SOGCE)Read more
More related insights

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Share

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  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

Get in touch

Languages

  • English
  • Malay

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+60 (0)3 2280 3668

F:+60 (0)3 2280 3700

Kuala Lumpur

Fragomen Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.

Suite 21-1, Level 21, UOA Corporate Tower, Avenue 10, The Vertical, Bangsar South, No. 8, Jalan Kerinchi

Kuala Lumpur 59200

Malaysia

Khalisha’s insights

August 27, 2026 | Conference

GME Live | APAC 2026Read more

July 15, 2026 | Webinar

Fragomen & AmCham Malaysia Spotlight Webinar - Talent Without Borders: Navigating Workforce Mobility in a Changing LandscapeRead more

June 25, 2026 — June 26, 2026 | Conference

Sabah Oil, Gas & Energy Conference & Exhibition (SOGCE)Read more
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Manager Cherida Hooijer and Immigration Assistant Manager Kaatje Droesbeke examine how employers in the Netherlands can build an international student-to-graduate talent pipeline while managing the immigration and employment compliance requirements that apply at each stage.

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Two Fragomen professionals and our BeYou@Fragomen employee network have been shortlisted for the 2027 TLC Lions Human Awards Europe, recognising their contributions to inclusive leadership and a people-centred workplace culture.

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Fragomen’s Worldwide Immigration Trends Report 2026 Wins at the FEM EMEA EMMAs

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Partner David Grunblatt examines how USCIS uses administrative proxies in immigration adjudication and explains why these tools must support, rather than replace, statutory standards and individualized legal analysis.

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Blog post

International Talent in the Netherlands: Building a Talent Pipeline Without Losing Sight of Compliance

Manager Cherida Hooijer and Immigration Assistant Manager Kaatje Droesbeke examine how employers in the Netherlands can build an international student-to-graduate talent pipeline while managing the immigration and employment compliance requirements that apply at each stage.

Learn more

Video

Moving to Costa Rica? Visa and Residency Options Explained

Senior Immigration Program Manager Ana Carro explains Costa Rica's immigration pathways for digital nomads, retirees, individuals with stable income and investors, highlighting key eligibility requirements and considerations for choosing the appropriate option.

Learn more

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Business Insider: The Winners and Losers of the New H-1B Era

Partner Catherine Macris discusses how evolving H-1B policies are shaping employers’ ability to recruit foreign talent, particularly in highly specialized fields.

Learn more

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Two Fragomen professionals and our BeYou@Fragomen employee network have been shortlisted for the 2027 TLC Lions Human Awards Europe, recognising their contributions to inclusive leadership and a people-centred workplace culture.

Learn more

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Fragomen’s Worldwide Immigration Trends Report 2026 Wins at the FEM EMEA EMMAs

Fragomen is honored with the 2026 FEM EMEA EMMA in the "Thought Leadership - Best Survey or Research Study of the Year" category for its 2026 Worldwide Immigration Trends Report. 

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Los Angeles Partner Emily Allen explains what ESTA is, who may be eligible under the US Visa Waiver Program and five common mistakes travelers should avoid when visiting the United States for business or tourism.

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Learn more

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Senior Manager Andreia Ghimis and Senior Immigration Consultant Louise Farren explore how family reunification rules across Europe can affect international moves and why employers should assess family eligibility, immigration requirements and likely timelines alongside an employee’s work authorization.

Learn more

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Learn more

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