Business & investor visas
Malaysian Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H)
A long-stay residence programme letting eligible foreigners live in Malaysia on a renewable pass backed by financial deposits and property purchase.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
The tier names, minimum ages, fixed-deposit amounts, property values and holding period come from post-2024 reform summaries in secondary sources and were not confirmed from a fetched official MM2H page; all thresholds and current programme rules must be verified on the official MM2H/Immigration Department and MOTAC channels.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Malaysia government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H)
- Route type
- Long-stay residency programme (renewable pass)
- Structure
- Tiered (reported as Silver / Gold / Platinum, plus SEZ/SFZ options)
- Key conditions
- Fixed deposit plus compulsory residential property purchase held for a set period
- Application
- Via an authorised MM2H licensed agent
Who it is for
- Financially independent foreign nationals wishing to reside in Malaysia long-term
- Retirees and long-stay visitors from countries with diplomatic ties to Malaysia
- Applicants able to meet the fixed-deposit and property-purchase conditions
Requirements
- Fixed deposit at the level set for the chosen tier
- Compulsory purchase of residential property at the minimum value for the tier
- Minimum age depending on the tier
- Application through an authorised MM2H licensed agent
What you can do
- Reside in Malaysia long-term on a renewable pass
- Bring eligible dependants (subject to programme rules)
- MM2H does not itself grant the right to work or permanent residence
How to apply
- Engage an authorised MM2H licensed agent
- Meet the financial (deposit) and property requirements for your tier
- Submit the application and, once approved, purchase the required property within the set period
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.