West Malaysia MM2H

Introduction

Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) Program was formerly promoted by Ministry of Tourism Malaysia (MOTAC) for 20 years since 2002 to encourage foreign citizens to stay in Malaysia as their Second Home. MM2H Program is one of the most successful long stay program worldwide, managed to attract 57,478 foreigners (active).

Who can apply MM2H?

There are two categories for new application

Category A: Above 50 Years Old
Category B: 35 - 49 Years Old

Principal can bring along spouse and children who are not married

Children can enjoy (5+5) years visa until 21 years old, after that annual renewal until 35 years old

Principal can bring along parents and parents-in-law on 5+5 years renewable visa

Add-on parents or parents-in-law after principal obtains MM2H approval

New MM2H program is easy to apply when you fulfill the following financial requirements

Proof liquid asset of RM1,500,000
Proof monthly offshore income above RM40,000
After MM2H approval, place a fixed deposit of RM1,000,000

MM2H Incentives and Benefits

Family Visa

Principal can bring along the whole family to enjoy 10 years renewable MM2H visa.

Multiple-Entry

Multiple-entry to Malaysia freely with minimum stay requirement.

Education

Primary, secondary or tertiary education is available in Malaysia.

Tax Exemption

Tax exemption for funds transfer into Malaysia until 2026.

Property Ownership

Eligible to purchase freehold properties in Malaysia.

Business Ownership

For investors or business owners, pay tax according to Malaysian tax system.

Healthcare

Enjoy quality and affordable healthcare system in Malaysia.

Investment

Invest and own businesses in Malaysia.

Employment

Employ one full-time maid in Malaysia.

Financial Requirements

Category	Requirements Upon MM2H Application	Requirements Upon MM2H Approval
Category A: Principal between 35 – 49 years old	Provide monthly offshore income above RM40,000 (latest 3-months salary, business income, rental income, dividends). Liquid asset proof above RM1,500,000 (latest 3-months saving account, bonds, stocks, fixed deposit, mutual funds or property).	Open fixed deposit placement of RM1,000,000 at any local bank in Malaysia. Add-on dependent have to add RM50,000 on fixed deposit placement. One year later, principal can withdraw up to RM500,000 for the purchase of property, education fees or medical bills.
Category B: Principal above 50 years old	Provide monthly offshore income above RM40,000 (latest 3-months pension, salary, business income, rental income, bank interest, share dividends). Liquid asset proof above RM1,500,000 (latest 3-months saving account, bonds, stocks, fixed deposit, mutual funds or property).	Open fixed deposit placement of RM1,000,000 at any local bank in Malaysia. One year later, principal can withdraw up to RM500,000 for the purchase of property, education fees or medical bills.

MM2H Application Details

MM2H Application Fees

MM2H Professional Fees: RM15,000 for couple application.

Add-on dependent is RM2,000 per child

Application Procedures

Applicants will be screened and accepted on case-by-case basis

After MM2H approval, principal and dependents are required to visit Malaysia for visa endorsement.

Visa Endorsement Schedule:

2-3 days bank, medical & insurance procedures
1 -2 days visa endorsement on appointment basis
MM2H approval takes 2 to 4 months after submission to Malaysian Immigration

Payment Terms

Once accepted for MM2H, principal must make deposit payment RM3,000 and begin document preparation according to checklist.
Balance payment to be made before MM2H submission to Immigration.
Balance payment to be made before MM2H submission to Immigration.