United StatesLIFE IN MALAYSIAI find myself busier than I ever was in the US. Now my days are filled with things I actually enjoy.
Stephen · International Living
MALAYSIA MY SECOND HOMEMore time for
More time for
the life you want.
Explore the options, plan the numbers and find a clearer starting point.
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THE FEDERAL CATEGORIES
Official category overview ↗Official MM2H guideA longer stay, on your terms.
Start with Silver, Gold and Platinum for a Kuala Lumpur plan.
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| YOUR NEXT CHAPTERThree routes. A clearer choice. | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Planning essentials | |||
| Minimum principal age | 25+ | 25+ | 25+ |
| Required fixed deposit | USD 150,000 | USD 500,000 | USD 1,000,000 |
| Programme property minimum | RM 600,000 | RM 1,000,000 | RM 2,000,000 |
| One-off participation | RM 1,000 | RM 3,000 | RM 200,000 |
| Fixed agency fee · principal | RM 40,000 | RM 55,000 | RM 70,000 |
| Offshore income requirement | Not required | Not required | Not required |
| Fixed-deposit withdrawal | Up to 50%, for approved purposes | Up to 50%, for approved purposes | Up to 50%, for approved purposes |
| Life and family | |||
| Annual stay · ages 25–49 | 90 days, cumulative | 90 days, cumulative | 90 days, cumulative |
| Annual stay · age 50+ | No minimum stay | No minimum stay | No minimum stay |
| Eligible dependants | Spouse, eligible children, parents / in-laws | Spouse, eligible children, parents / in-laws | Spouse, eligible children, parents / in-laws |
| Work permission | Not on this pass | Not on this pass | Allowed, subject to conditions |
| Business activities | Not on this pass | Not on this pass | Allowed, subject to conditions |
| Dependant education | Through tertiary level | Through tertiary level | Through tertiary level |
| Panel medical screening | Principal + dependants, after approval | Principal + dependants, after approval | Principal + dependants, after approval |
| Property and renewal | |||
| Property holding rule | 10 years; higher-value upgrade allowed | 10 years; higher-value upgrade allowed | 10 years; higher-value upgrade allowed |
| Category renewal fee | RM 1,500 | RM 3,000 | RM 5,000 |
| Explore your planning view | |||
A few details worth checking
For ages 25–49, the stay requirement can be met by the principal and/or eligible dependants. The age-50+ position follows the official category overview.
Children aged 21–34 must be single and unemployed while in Malaysia. Medically certified children with disabilities have no age limit.
Withdrawals require approval and follow the current programme sequence; confirm timing with the operator. Programme property floors do not replace local acquisition checks. Other visa and pass charges are separate.
Published category thresholds, not personal eligibility or property approval. Local foreign-buyer rules also apply. Duration is subject to passport validity and programme conditions.
What about the SEZ / SFZ category?
This is a separate, location-specific route with developer-purchase conditions. Do not assume a U Thant home qualifies. Check the official special-zone requirements ↗
YOUR NUMBERS, MADE CLEARER
See the shape of your plan.
Silver is filled in to get you started. Adjust the category, family size and the home you have in mind.
SILVER · YOUR PLANNING VIEWDiscuss my planning viewDiscuss my plan
Restricted fixed-deposit capitalUSD 150,000
Enter a rate to see a MYR equivalent.Participation & dependant processingRM 1,000
Participation once, plus RM2,500 processing per dependant.Fixed agency fee · principalRM 40,000
Silver RM40,000 · Gold RM55,000 · Platinum RM70,000.Your property budgetNot entered
Add your intended purchase budget.Partial planning subtotalUSD 150,000 + RM 41,000Currencies stay separate until you enter a rate.
What is included—and what is not?Included & excluded
Includes the full initial fixed deposit, fixed principal agency fee, participation, dependant processing and any property budget entered. Principal processing is treated as included in the standard agency package, so it is not added twice. No financing or future deposit withdrawal is assumed.
Dependant service fees and other dependant costs, any additional tax or portal charges, property transaction costs, living expenses and future renewals are excluded. Confirm the operator’s package inclusions before paying.
See the fee types
| Fee type | Amount · MYR | Planning treatment |
|---|---|---|
| Principal processing | RM 5,000 | Treated as included in the principal agency package |
| Processing per dependant | RM 2,500 each | Included for your entered number |
| Participation · selected category | RM 1,000 | Included once for the principal |
| Renewal · selected category | RM 1,500 | Future cost · excluded |
| Pass charge | RM 500 per year | Confirm package coverage; not added separately |
| Fixed agency fee · principal | RM 40,000 | Included automatically for your category |
Government figures: official overview and guidelines, checked 23 October 2026. Fixed principal rates: Federal Gazette P.U. (A) 185/2024. Package treatment: licensed operator’s published breakdown. This is a partial planning illustration, not an amount due today.
YOUR MM2H SELF-CHECK
Could MM2H fit your plans?
Answer 13 short questions to explore your options, then discuss your next steps with our team.
An initial guide for new federal applications. Eligibility and approval require a formal review.SELF-CHECK COMPLETE
MM2H could be a good fit for you.
Your answers match the main age and funding requirements for . The next step is to check your family’s circumstances and supporting documents.
A few details need a closer look.
We need a little more information before suggesting the right MM2H route. The points below show what to discuss with us.
Your plans do not yet match this route.
Based on your answers, at least one key requirement is not met. We can help you understand that requirement and discuss whether another route may suit your plans.
Category to discuss
Initial fixed deposit
Programme property minimum
What we need to check
This self-check is a guide, not an eligibility decision. A licensed MM2H operator must review your application.
The principal’s age needs a route-specific check. Silver, Gold and Platinum start at age 25; SEZ/SFZ is a separate route.
Passport nationality and the diplomatic-relations requirement must be checked with the licensed operator.
An SEZ/SFZ, state-level or existing-pass case needs its own requirements review.
The full initial fixed deposit and your property budget need a closer funding review.
The federal categories include a property-purchase requirement; a rental alone does not fulfil it.
Confirm how the stay requirement applies to your principal and dependants before choosing a route.
Work or business plans require a permission check. Silver and Gold do not provide these permissions.
The operator should confirm your documents, medical screening and insurance arrangements.
Your current or previous immigration position needs an individual review.
See my results
PREPARE WITH CONFIDENCE
A little preparation. A much clearer start.
Use this starter checklist for your first discussion. Your licensed operator confirms the exact documents, certification and application sequence.
1Identity
2Family
3Background
4Financial preparationFinances
5After approval
Official sources: category overview, application guidelines, MOTAC FAQs and forms & references. Checked 23 October 2026. This is general planning information; the licensed operator and authorities confirm eligibility, requirements and approval.
Reviews
United StatesLIFE IN MALAYSIA
CanadaLIFE IN MALAYSIAThe two best things about living in Malaysia were the low cost of living and the chance to travel all over Asia.
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Michelle · The Independent
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Kirsten · Sand in My Curls
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William · Malay Mail
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Johanna · Expat Arrivals
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Philippine · Expat.com
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YOUR MM2H PLANS
Your next chapter, thoughtfully planned.
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