FAQs
Foreign-sourced funds and income, as well as profit or interest on fixed deposits, are exempt.
It is an additional MOTAC fee payable before endorsement after approval. The principal applicant pays RM5,000, and each dependent pays RM2,500.
These include the participation fee, personal bond, processing fee, MM2H pass fee, MEV, and JPV.
A copy of a valid passport, the latest medical report, medical insurance for applicants below 60, and payment of the renewal fee are required.
It depends on the applicant’s country of origin. For example: China, Europe, and Australia: RM1,500; USA, Canada, and most African countries: RM2,000; India and Bangladesh: RM750; South Korea and Japan: RM1,000; Singapore: RM200.
Yes, for all applicants aged 18 and above.
All applicants require a personal bond, which is arranged by the agent.
No.
It is required for all applicants below 60 years old.
It generally ranges from RM1,000 to RM4,000, depending on age and coverage.
It is typically under RM100 per person, including the medical report.
No. The medical check-up must be done in Malaysia by a qualified, locally registered doctor.
It must be conducted by a doctor registered in Malaysia.
No, you are only required to come to Malaysia after you get the conditional approval, to finalize the process which is called endorsement.
No. This is only required for the SEZ category, where an SPA must be presented before applying. For all other categories, applicants have up to one year after visa endorsement to purchase a property.
It is valid for 90 days. If the applicant is outside Malaysia and cannot complete the required steps before endorsement, an extension may be requested.
It is only required at the second stage, which is the endorsement stage. It is not needed for the initial application.
You may provide your boarding pass and flight tickets as supporting evidence.
JPV stands for Journey Performed Visa. It applies when the applicant is already in Malaysia, does not need to leave the country, and wishes to convert the visa. It is required in some cases.
There is no minimum stay requirement.
The days stayed by all applicants are counted cumulatively.
The stay is counted cumulatively for the main applicant and dependents. There is no stay requirement if the principal applicant is over 50 years old.
Usually, yes, but subject to conditions.
It is normally about three months, depending on the approval meeting schedule.
It usually takes about three months to receive conditional approval after the full application is submitted.
There is no stated minimum fund by the government, but you are advised to show as much as you can to show that you can fund your stay in Malaysia. Speak to your agent for advice.
These matters are decided by individual banks. Applicants should check directly with the banks.
Yes, you can.
Yes, as long as the country maintains diplomatic relations with Malaysia. However, opening a bank account may be difficult because some banks may be reluctant to accept the application.
Yes, provided they meet the current MM2H requirements.
Yes, as long as the current passport remains valid for at least 1 year. The applicant must update the new passport before endorsement once it is renewed. Final approval is subject to MOTAC’s assessment.
No. An adoptive child cannot be included as a dependent without valid legal adoption documents proving the relationship.
Yes. Pakistani citizens holding a valid work permit in Malaysia may submit an MM2H application.
Yes, provided a valuation report or proof of stamp duties paid is submitted.
Employed applicants should provide a company letterhead letter and the latest three months’ payslips. Retirees should provide proof of overseas pension or their latest bank statement.
No.
For Singapore applicants, the LOGS is called a COC (Certificate of Clearance). Singapore citizens can apply online through the Singapore Police website using Singpass. Payment and certificates are issued digitally; no hard copy is provided.
If you legally reside in another country, documents from your country of official residence are usually acceptable.
It must be issued in the applicant’s home country. For example, in China it can be obtained, translated into English, legalized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and endorsed by the Malaysian embassy. For Hong Kong and Singapore, the agency must first issue a letter explaining the reason for the request, obtain endorsement from the Malaysian embassy, and then submit it to the relevant local authority.
Every applicant and dependent aged 18 and above must obtain it from their home country. This is to ensure that applicants for MM2H are of good standing and do not have a criminal record.
No, it does not.
No. A client who wishes to apply for MM2H cannot become a director or shareholder in an existing inactive company.
No. Dependents, including children and spouses under the Platinum, Gold, or Silver categories, are not allowed to work in Malaysia.
No.
Yes. Upgrades are allowed.
This is allowed only for Platinum pass holders. Other categories are not allowed to work or become shareholders or partners in a company.
Yes, but only under the Platinum category. Other categories do not allow it.
No. Only one MM2H program may be held at any given time.
Yes, provided the helper is below 45 years old.
Yes. Under current guidelines, verification through IMFC-J is mandatory before any SEZ-related application can be processed.
Yes. Applicants under other categories may also buy property in Forest City, provided they meet the minimum property value for their category.
The minimum is the amount set by the developer under special terms.
Yes. The purchase transaction must be validated by Invest Malaysia Facilitation Centre-Johor (IMFC-J).
The purchase must be completed within six months of endorsement approval. For other categories, the purchase may be made up to two years before MM2H pass endorsement.
The applicant must purchase the property directly from the developer, before applying.
At present, only Forest City is approved.
You need to submit your Sales and Purchase Agreement, which needs to be certified by a notary public or a lawyer.
No. Only residential property qualifies.
Yes, and the holding period still applies.
Yes. You may sell the property and keep the visa, but the fixed deposit requirement remains until you voluntarily surrender the visa.
Yes, as long as the property is valued above RM600,000. However, you cannot use it to justify fixed deposit withdrawal unless the SPA date is within two years of MM2H visa endorsement.
No, you must first place the full required amount in the fixed deposit. After your visa is endorsed, you may then apply to withdraw 50%.
Yes, subject to approval by the individual bank.
Yes, applicants can own property in their own name or jointly with dependents who are part of the application.
No. The RM2 million minimum must be met by a single property, not by combining several units.
Yes. You may place it in USD or the equivalent amount in RM.
It may be withdrawn immediately for approved expenses such as school fees. Official receipts must be provided, and although no form is required, a written request must be submitted to MOTAC.
It must be completed within 12 months from the endorsement date.
A valid SPA (Sale and Purchase Agreement), which is signed by a lawyer or a notary public.
Yes, the type and purchase price for properties varies by state, but the minimum qualifying purchase price is RM 600K.
Yes. The applicant must submit the SPA for a qualifying property.
No. Officially, it is for personal use only.
Yes. Both new properties under construction and completed resale properties may qualify.
No. You may apply to withdraw it immediately after your MM2H pass is endorsed.
