The Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) program is a long-term visa scheme that was introduced in 2002. It invites foreigners and retirees who wish to stay in Malaysia for an extended period.
The program provides various benefits, such as allowing the applicants to reside in Malaysia, enabling their children to study in Malaysia, and giving them the option to buy property and invest in Malaysia, subject to certain conditions and approvals.
Kindly refer to the Comparison of PVIP and MM2H.
| Special Economic Zone | Silver | Gold | Platinum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visa Period | 10 years | 5 years | 15 years | 20 years |
| Age Requirement | 21 years old and above | 25 years old and above | ||
| Minimum Residency Requirement |
At least 90 days per year For applicants aged 21-49, either the principal or their dependents must fulfil the requirement. | |||
| Dependent | Spouse, unmarried children under 34 years old, parents and parents-in-law. | |||
| Fixed Deposit (Mandatory) | Placement | |||
|
Applicants aged 21 - 49 USD 65,000 (Approx. RM 305,000) |
USD 150,000 (Approx. RM 700,000) |
USD 500,000 (Approx. RM 2,340,000) |
USD 1,000,000 (Approx. RM 4,680,000) | |
|
Applicants aged 50 and above USD 32,000 (Approx. RM 150,000) | ||||
| Fixed Deposit (Mandatory) | Withdrawal | |||
| Allowed to withdraw up to 50% if the Fixed Deposit to purchase real estate, education, medical and tourism expenses in Malaysia. | ||||
| Property Purchase (Mandatory) | Not specify | Minimum RM 600,000 | Minimum RM 1,000,000 | Minimum RM 2,000,000 |
| Must purchase directly from the property developer in the special economic zones | Must purchase according to the minimum price set by the MM2H and the state policy. | |||
| The property cannot be resold within 10 years but can be upgraded. | ||||
| Business, Investment and Employment | Not Allowed | Allowed | ||
| Foreign Maid Hiring | Not Allowed | Allowed | ||
| Education | Dependents are allowed to pursue education in recognized international institution in Malaysia. | |||
| Healthcare | Allowed to undergo long-term medical treatment in Malaysia. | |||
| Visa Transfer (Principal) | Allowed to transfer to next-of-kin. | |||
| Government Application Fee (Principal) | RM 1,000 | RM 3,000 | RM 200,000 | |
| Government Renewal Fee (Principal) | RM 300 | RM 1,500 | RM 3,000 | RM 5,000 |
| Renewal | Allowed to renew for every 5 years after the initial visa period. | |||
| Silver | Gold | Platinum | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applicant age | 30 years old and above | 30 years old and above | 30 years old and above |
| Investment (Fixed Deposit in Malaysia) | RM 500,000 | RM 2,000,000 | RM 5,000,000 |
| Minimum Stay in Malaysia (Yearly) | 60 days | 60 days | 60 days |
| Property Purchasing Price |
Minimum RM 750,000 (In accordance with state government requirements on foreigner minimum purchase price) |
Minimum RM 1.5mil (In accordance with state government requirements on foreigner minimum purchase price) | |
| Duration | 5 years | 15 Years | Eligible to apply Permanent Residency (PR) |
The New SEZ SEZ will consist of Johor Bahru City Centre, Iskandar Puteri, Tanjung Pelepas-Tanjung Bin, Pasir Gudang, Senai-Skudai, Sedenak, Forest City, Pengerang Integrated Petroleum Complex (PIPC) and Desaru. However, this is pending confirmation from the government.
| ITEMS | ||
|---|---|---|
| Copy of passport | All applicant | Biodata page and all exit and entry stamped page |
| Blue background passport size photo | All applicant | Photo size : 35x50mm |
| Letter of Good Conduct | All applicant | Issued by country of origin or current country of residence |
| Marriage certificate (For legal spouse) | Main applicant | Translated, Notarised and Certified True Copy (CTC) by the Malaysian Embassy / High Commission / Consulate General |
| Birth certificate (Biological / stepchild / legally adopted) | All children |
Translated, Notarised and Certified True Copy (CTC) by the Malaysian Embassy / High Commission / Consulate General |
| ITEMS | ||
|---|---|---|
| Copy of passport | All applicant | Biodata page and all exit and entry stamped page |
| Blue background passport size photo | All applicant | Photo size : 35x50mm |
| Letter of Good Conduct | All applicant | Issued by country of origin or current country of residence |
| Marriage certificate (For legal spouse) | Main applicant | Translated, Notarised and Certified True Copy (CTC) by the Malaysian Embassy / High Commission / Consulate General |
| Birth certificate (Biological / stepchild / legally adopted) | All children |
Translated, Notarised and Certified True Copy (CTC) by the Malaysian Embassy / High Commission / Consulate General |
| Bank Statement to prove offshore income | Main applicant | Certified by Bank |
|
Source of income proof *Salary slips, dividends voucher, tenancy agreement or any applicable source of income proof | Main applicant | Certified by respective company / institution |
| Employment Confirmation Letter | Main Applicant | Certified by respective company |
Applicants appointing MY PR PROGRAM SDN BHD directly or through our business associates as their PVIP Processing Agent will enjoy:
Personalised service by a dedicated PVIP Consultant backed by a team who are available to advise and assist with your application every step of the way to ensure the best chance of success.
The Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture (MOTAC) has initiated the MM2H program as a long-term visa programme that grants eligible foreigners and their families a renewable social visit pass to reside in Malaysia.
The visa holders and their dependents can reside in Malaysia for up to 20 years, depending on the category they applied for. It's an ideal option for those who are seeking a second home in a dynamic, diverse country.
The duration of your stay depends on the visa category you choose:
This category is specifically designed for designated economic zones and has different financial and property purchase requirements compared to the other MM2H categories.
Currently, Forest City in Johor is the primary location designated as a Special Economic Zone (SEZ) under the MM2H programme.
Yes, there is a lower fixed deposit requirement: USD 32,000 for people over 50 and USD 65,000 for those between 21 and 49. The participation fees of RM 1,000 are likewise reduced.
Yes, for the SEZ category, you must purchase specific property directly from approved developers and not through real estate agents or existing owners.
According to the most recent SEZ regulations, you can only buy property in Forest City. Therefore, you will have to purchase directly from the property developer. For example, Forest City is developed by Country Garden.
Yes, it is mandatory to purchase a property under the MM2H programme; it applies to all categories.
Unfortunately, no. You are not allowed to sell your property within 10 years, as the property that you purchased is tied to the MM2H visa programme.
You may sell the property if either:
Yes, you may apply using your existing property, as long as the value stated in the Sales and Purchase Agreement (SPA) meets the minimum property purchase threshold specified for the applicable tier.
You may claim against your fixed deposit if the property was purchased within two years prior to the date of your MM2H visa endorsement. If the property was purchased more than two years before the endorsement date, you will not be eligible to claim against the fixed deposit. The eligibility is determined based on the date stated in the SPA.
For example, if your MM2H visa endorsement was issued on 1 July 2025, you may claim 50% of the fixed deposit by submitting an SPA dated on or after 1 July 2023.
If you have any questions or need further clarification, feel free to contact us for more information.
You can only buy residential title properties under the MM2H.
"Residential Properties with Commercial Title" would be the sole exception.
Yes, the property can be under shared / joint ownership with anyone listed on your conditional approval letter. However, if only one owner intends to apply for MM2H, they might need to transfer full ownership or purchase a new property under the principal applicant's name.
Yes, those who are granted an MM2H visa have one (1) year from the date of endorsement to purchase property. If this isn't done, the visa may be cancelled or willn't be able to be renewed.
Principals under 50 years old are required to spend a total of 90 days in Malaysia annually, and it can be accumulated by their dependents.
The 90-day stay requirement will not apply to the principal and their dependents if the principal is 50 years of age or older.
Yes, the MM2H programme offers four main categories: Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Special Economic Zone (SEZ). Each category has distinct financial prerequisites.
Here is the fixed deposit requirement as follows:
Platinum: USD 1 million
Gold: USD 500,000
Silver: USD 150,000
SEZ: USD 65,000 for those aged 21-49, and
USD 32,000 for those aged 50 and above
No, the fixed deposit only needs to be placed by the principal applicant. Dependents are not required to make an additional fixed deposit.
Yes, you may withdraw up to 50% of the Fixed Deposit after MM2H approval for a few purposes in Malaysia as follows:
Yes, there is a one-off participation fee (payable to the government) for the principal applicant:
Importantly, there are no participation fees for dependents in any category.
The new MM2H program does not require you to provide proof of your income/ liquid assets. The updated program has removed this requirement. However, you will still require enough money to pay for your living expenses in Malaysia, fulfilling the fixed deposit, and the property purchase requirement.
For the new MM2H application, you will need to provide:
If you are bringing in your spouse / parents; parents-in-law / child
a) Marriage Certificate - to prove your relationship with your spouse
b) Birth Certificate - to prove the relationship with your parents / children
You may contact us for further explanation. The government documents will need to be endorsed by the country of origin and endorsed by the Malaysian Embassy; it can be legalised and used for submission. Feel free to contact us to understand more about the document process.
Yes, absolutely. You can add your dependents anytime after the MM2H visa is endorsed. You can add any dependents, such as a spouse, children, parents, or parents-in-law, but there will be additional charges for the application. Certified relationship documents (marriage certificate, birth certificate) will be required.
Great news! You are not required to be in Malaysia during the application phase, as long as all necessary documents are provided to us.
You are only required to be in Malaysia after receiving the conditional approval letter in order to complete the visa endorsement process, e.g., pledging the fixed deposit, medical check and purchasing local medical insurance.
You can expect the MM2H application process to take approximately 3 - 4 months from submission to approval.
No, as the MM2H requirements have been revamped since 2024, the MM2H application has to be submitted through an authorised MM2H licensed agent.
Not immediately, but there are important timelines to follow:
The minimum property value depends on your visa category:
Yes. When you have a long-term visa, you are eligible to open any bank accounts of your own preference, which is subject to the individual bank's terms and conditions.
It's advisable to liaise with your logistics company for assistance with this process.
You may include your spouse, parents or parents-in-law, and any biological, step, or adopted children under the age of 34 (children under the age of 34 must be unmarried and unemployed in Malaysia, or medically certified disabled children without an age restriction).
Your grandparents, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and siblings cannot be included.
A foreign domestic helper may also be placed in the Platinum category.
Yes, the dependents' visa duration will be the same if they apply on the same application.
However, if the principal adds dependents later, the dependents' visa period will follow the remaining validity of the principal’s.
Yes, dependent children are eligible to study up to the tertiary level in government-recognised institutions.
However, they will need to apply for permission to study after the principal’s visa has been endorsed.
The dependent visas will be cancelled if the principal holder cancels their MM2H Pass.
However, dependents can easily switch to an Employment Pass if they receive a job offer, without affecting the principal visa holder’s MM2H status.
Unfortunately no. Unmarried partners are considered a separate application.
You must first obtain a marriage certificate before adding your partner to the same application.
Only the Platinum category visa holder is allowed to work or be a company director or shareholder.
According to the revised MM2H Guidelines, the remaining MM2H visa holders are not permitted to hold director or shareholder positions in a company. Since this new rule applies to new applicants who apply for the MM2H visa program, current holders of MM2H passes must adhere to the previous guidelines.
No, you are not allowed to start a business under these 3 categories, only the MM2H Platinum Category are allowed to do so.
Alternatively, you may switch to other visas that allow you to work & start a business, such as the Employment Visa or participate in the Premium Visa Programme (PVIP), which allows you to work or be employed in Malaysia.
All visas are issued with a maximum 5-year validity, and all visa holders are required to go through the renewal process every five years.
You will need to provide a copy of your valid passport, a copy of your latest medical report, and proof of valid health insurance.
You may reach out to us for the documents for the renewal application.
The renewal fees are as follows:
Platinum: RM5,000
Gold: RM3,000
Silver and Special Economic Zone (SEZ): RM1,500
There are other necessary Immigration Fees that need to be paid. Contact us for detailed information.
In this matter, we recommend that our clients prepare a will for their next of kin to manage any of their tangible assets, including the MM2H fixed deposit. Your next of kin will need to come to Malaysia to collect the funds following the completion of legal processes.
However, the new regulations allow the principal applicant to designate a dependent as a successor upon their death. However, the specifics are still being finalised as this applies to the new MM2H program starting in July 2024. Existing MM2H holders under older conditions might not have this option, and their dependents' visas could be terminated.
Yes, but it is generally not recommended due to significant taxes and complex procedures. You may purchase a brand new or a second-hand car in Malaysia.
All foreign-sourced income that is brought into Malaysia is non-taxable until 2036. It was recently announced in the Malaysian 2024 budget. Only the income generated in Malaysia is required to be paid local income tax.
Any interest that you receive from your fixed deposit is tax-exempt.
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