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Malaysia

Flexible residency options in Southeast Asia.

Residency by Investment Fixed deposit + property purchase (MM2H) or PVIP route

Program Overview

Why Malaysia?

Malaysia’s Residency by Investment in 2026 is offered through the Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme and the Premium Visa Programme (PVIP). MM2H now has tiered categories requiring fixed deposits and property purchases, while PVIP targets ultra-high-net-worth individuals with maximum flexibility. Both programmes allow family inclusion and long-term renewable residency.

Residency by Investment (MM2H & PVIP)
Long-Term Renewable Visa (5–20 years)
Tiered Categories: Silver, Gold, Platinum, SEZ/SFZ
Family Inclusion (Spouse, Children, Parents)
Affordable Living & Healthcare

Eligibility Requirements

  • Valid passport and clean criminal record.
  • Proof of offshore income and financial stability.
  • Fixed deposit and property purchase depending on tier.
  • Minimum stay of 90 days/year if under 50 (MM2H).
  • Compliance with Malaysian immigration regulations.

Investment Options

Choose the route that matches your portfolio and residency goals.

Silver Tier (MM2H)

USD 150,000 + MYR 600,000 property

10-year visa; no work/business rights.

Gold Tier (MM2H)

USD 500,000 + MYR 1,000,000 property

15-year visa; work/business permitted.

Platinum Tier (MM2H)

USD 1,000,000 + MYR 2,000,000 property

20-year visa; full work/business rights.

SEZ/SFZ Tier (MM2H)

Property in designated zones

5-year visa; limited rights.

Premium Visa Programme (PVIP)

Varies

Flexible long-term residency for UHNWIs.

Program Benefits

Designed for families, investors, and entrepreneurs seeking global access.

Long-term renewable residency (5–20 years).

Family inclusion for spouse, children, and parents.

Affordable living costs compared to other Asian RBI programmes.

Access to healthcare and education.

Property ownership permitted.

Application Process

We manage each step with legal partners and local support.

01

Eligibility & Planning

Confirm MM2H tier or PVIP route and family inclusion.

02

Investment Execution

Place fixed deposit and purchase qualifying property.

03

Application Filing

Submit application with supporting documents to Malaysian authorities.

04

Approval & Visa Issuance

Receive MM2H or PVIP residency visa upon approval.

05

Renewals

Maintain requirements and renew visa at expiry.

Associated Costs

Placeholder costs shown below. These will be updated with official fees.

Minimum qualifying investment USD 150,000–1,000,000 + property depending on tier
Government fees Approx. MYR 10,000–20,000 per applicant
Legal / due diligence Varies
Translation & notarization Varies

Frequently Asked Questions

Example answers until program-specific data is finalized.

Is citizenship available?

No, Malaysia offers long-term residency only.

Can I include my family?

Yes, spouse, children, and parents are eligible.

Which tier is most popular?

Gold and Platinum tiers dominate in 2026 due to work/business rights.

What changed in 2026?

Tiered categories introduced, higher thresholds, and stricter compliance checks.

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