Malaysia offers a variety of visa types to accommodate the needs of different individuals. Here are some common types of Malaysian visas:
Tourist Visa: Suitable for those traveling to Malaysia for tourism, sightseeing, or visiting friends and relatives. Tourist visas are usually valid for three months and may allow single or multiple entries.
Business Visa: Suitable for those traveling to Malaysia for business activities, meetings, negotiations, and other commercial purposes. Business visas are typically valid for three months and may allow single or multiple entries.
Student Visa: Suitable for students going to Malaysia to pursue degrees, diplomas, or other academic courses. The validity of a student visa depends on the length of the course, and usually requires an admission notice and relevant documents.
Employment Pass: Suitable for foreigners employed in Malaysia. Employment visas are categorized into different types such as Professionals, Managers, or Executives, and require appropriate qualifications and employer sponsorship.
Dependent Visa: Suitable for family members of foreigners settled in Malaysia, such as spouses and children.
Short Term Employment Pass: Suitable for foreigners engaged in short-term work in Malaysia, usually for a period not exceeding 12 months.
Malaysia also offers several long-term visa types to meet the needs of those wishing to reside or settle in the country for extended periods. Here are some of the main long-term visa types:
Malaysia My Second Home Program (MM2H): This is a long-term residency program that allows foreigners to live and settle in Malaysia. The program is applicable to applicants who meet specific criteria, including age requirements, financial conditions, and medical insurance.
Long Term Social Visit Pass: Suitable for those wishing to reside in Malaysia for long periods, such as retirees, family reunions, investors, etc. This visa is usually valid for 5 years and allows a stay of up to 180 days per visit.
Employment Pass: Suitable for foreigners working in Malaysia. Employment Passes have several categories, including professionals, managers, executives, etc. Applicants need employer sponsorship and must meet relevant requirements and conditions.
Student Visa: Suitable for international students pursuing degrees, diplomas, or courses in Malaysia. The validity of the visa depends on the course length.
Malaysia My Second Home Program (MM2H) for ages 35-49:
Before application: Liquid assets of 1.5 million Malaysian Ringgit, monthly income proof of at least 40,000 Malaysian Ringgit.
After application: Fixed deposit of 1 million Malaysian Ringgit, with the possibility to withdraw 500,000 Malaysian Ringgit after one year (retaining 500,000 Malaysian Ringgit until cancellation of status) (expenses first - buying property, education fees, medical fees).
For each additional dependent member, an additional 50,000 Malaysian Ringgit fixed deposit is required.
Ages 50 and above:
Before application: Liquid assets of 1.5 million Malaysian Ringgit, monthly income proof of at least 40,000 Malaysian Ringgit.
After application: Fixed deposit of 1 million Malaysian Ringgit, with the possibility to withdraw 500,000 Malaysian Ringgit after one year (retaining 500,000 Malaysian Ringgit until cancellation of status) (expenses first - buying property, education fees, medical fees).
No additional fixed deposit required for adding dependent members.
Required documents for application:
Passport copy (valid for at least 24 months)
Photo - passport specifications - blue background
3 months income proof @ 40,000 Malaysian Ringgit
Marriage certificate (if bringing spouse or children)
Birth certificate of children (if bringing children)
No criminal record (main applicant, spouse, children over 18)
All documents must be original (with Chinese-English translation or in English) or notarized and authenticated by the Malaysian consulate.
After approval, in Malaysia:
1. Open a bank account and make a fixed deposit
2. Undergo a medical examination
3. Purchase medical insurance
4. Pay a personal guarantee to the government
5. Visa fee of 500 Malaysian Ringgit/year
Government application processing fees:
Main applicant: 5,000 Malaysian Ringgit
Dependent member/per person: 2,500 Malaysian Ringgit
Please note that the requirements and application process for the above visa types may change. It is advisable to consult the Malaysian embassy or consulate in your country, or visit the official website of the Malaysian Immigration Department, to obtain the most accurate and up-to-date visa information.
