Malaysia My Second Home Program (MM2H)

Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) Program is promoted by the Malaysian Government that offers a renewable 5 year, 10-year, 15 year, or 20 year multiple-entry Social Visit Pass for qualified applicants who wish to live in Malaysia or spend extended periods in the country. Upon expiry, the visa is renewable in 5-year increments. The program is open to citizens of countries recognized by Malaysia, regardless of race, religion, gender, or age.

The visa duration depends on the selected category: Silver, Gold, Platinum, or the Economic and Financial Special Zone group. The Silver category grants a 5-year visa, the Gold category a 15-year visa, and the Platinum category a 20-year visa. Applicants under the Economic and Financial Special Zone group receive a 10-year visa, which is renewable for life. One application covers the entire family. Applicants are allowed to bring their spouses, unmarried children under 21 years old (including stepchildren and adopted children), and their parents or parents-in-law as dependents. Children aged 21 to 34 who are unmarried and not working in Malaysia may also be included. Foreign domestic helpers are allowed for Platinum participants only. Those in the Platinum category may also invest, start a business, pursue studies, and enjoy retirement life in Malaysia.

Applicants aged 25 and above (or 21 and above for the Economic and Financial Special Zones) are eligible to apply. There are no language requirements, interviews, or need to show proof of the source of funds. MM2H visa holders may freely enter and exit Malaysia at any time. According to the updated regulations in June 2024, visa holders must stay a minimum of 90 days per year in Malaysia and are required to purchase a property in the country, with the minimum value depending on the category.

Since its inception, MM2H has attracted many foreign participants due to its relatively low entry threshold, straightforward process, and appealing benefits. The program has opened new channels for Malaysia’s development and foreign investment, becoming a unique part of the country’s tourism and lifestyle landscape.

MM2H holders do not need to change their nationality or report their relocation to their home country. They may apply for visas to other countries directly from within Malaysia, saving time and improving approval chances. Platinum participants are also eligible to invest in Malaysia.

Children under 21 years old may pursue education in Malaysia without the need to apply for a student visa each year. In addition, Platinum participants may apply to bring a foreign domestic helper into the country.

MM2H holders and their family members are required to purchase medical insurance, which covers hospitalization and other medical expenses throughout their stay in Malaysia.

There are numerous benefits for successful participants under the MM2H Program.

1) MM2H Visa Permit

5 or 10 or 15 or 20 year Multi-Entry Social Visit Pass  Stay as long as you wish & leave Malaysia anytime  Renewable after expired.  Spouse can join you under this program.  Unmarried Children under 21-year-old can join you under this program.  Parents or parents-in-law can join you .

2) Tax
Successful applicants are subject to Malaysian taxes on income sourced from Malaysia but income from overseas is not taxable. Interest income received from fixed deposit in bank is also tax exempted.

Even when foreign income (for example, a pension) is taxed at source by the overseas country, it will stop this once evidence is shown that the person is residing in Malaysia. 

3) Education
Children of participants (below 18 years old) may enroll in any private schools in Malaysia.

4) Property Purchase
Participants must purchase residential property in Malaysia subject to the minimum price established for MM2H participants by the different categires:

Platinum
RM2,000,000

Gold
RM1,000,000    

Silver
RM600,000

Special Zone
RM500,000

5) Domestic Helper (only for Platinum participants)
A participant can apply for one domestic helper or maid from his home country subject to relevant guidelines of the Immigration Department.

6)​ Business & Investment (only for Platinum participants)
A participant can incorporate a company to conduct business anywhere in Malaysia or internationally. The Participant can fully own his company without local partners. A Participant may also invest in local companies, share market & unit trusts.

Source: Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia (as of 31 January 2024)