To know Malaysia is to love Malaysia. Many would agree that Malaysia is the perfect
combination of comforts and indulgences. Great weather, amazing food, warm people, low
cost of living coupled with high standard of living, state-of-the-art infrastructure, rich culture
and a charming history make it a place easy to call home. Countless people have come to
Malaysia and fallen in love with it, coming back repeatedly or even making plans to retire
here. The Malaysian Government recognizes this and has set up a programme to make it
easier for expatriates to retire here. The Malaysia My Second Home Programme allows
foreigners to stay in the country indefinitely on a social visit pass with a multiple entry visa.
There is a large expatriate community living in Malaysia. Like Malaysians, they enjoy an active
social life, being able to easily indulge in a huge range of activities, from fine dining to sailing.
Malaysia has one of the highest standards of living in the region where luxuries are so
affordable that it is easy to enjoy the good life here. Cost of living is one of the lowest in Asia
and will remain so for a very long time. This is achieved through the Governments efficient
monitoring of the economy in ensuring that inflation is kept low at all times and thereby also
the prices of goods and services.
This strong economy has secured a comprehensive infrastructure. The whole country is very
well connected with up-to-date, modern road, rail, air, and sea transportation systems. Public
transport by buses, taxis, trains and planes are comfortable, efficient and relatively low in
cost. The healthcare system is also excellent, drawing many short-term visitors from around
the world. The country has a very efficient healthcare system where medical services are
provided at nominal cost. Private doctors, clinics and also hospitals of international
standards are easily available throughout the country at a very reasonable cost.
A healthy economy, good infrastructure and luxury amenities are not the only draw; Malaysia
is also a pluralistic society where people practise their own way of life in peace and harmony.
Freedom is one of the key reasons many find Malaysia attractive. It is so easy to live the calm
life here, where people respect each others differences. Malaysians in general are very warm
and friendly, always open to learning about other cultures. Although Islam is the national
religion, there is a sizable population of Christians, Buddhists and Hindus here, with ample
places of worship dotting the entire country.
The weather is pleasant, warm and balmy with moderate rain throughout the year. There are
also highland residential areas and resorts with permanent spring-like weather throughout
the country. See it to believe it, an ideal place to call home and a government programme to
make your dream a reality. To find a home away from home, the time is now, the place is
Malaysia.
combination of comforts and indulgences. Great weather, amazing food, warm people, low
cost of living coupled with high standard of living, state-of-the-art infrastructure, rich culture
and a charming history make it a place easy to call home. Countless people have come to
Malaysia and fallen in love with it, coming back repeatedly or even making plans to retire
here. The Malaysian Government recognizes this and has set up a programme to make it
easier for expatriates to retire here. The Malaysia My Second Home Programme allows
foreigners to stay in the country indefinitely on a social visit pass with a multiple entry visa.
There is a large expatriate community living in Malaysia. Like Malaysians, they enjoy an active
social life, being able to easily indulge in a huge range of activities, from fine dining to sailing.
Malaysia has one of the highest standards of living in the region where luxuries are so
affordable that it is easy to enjoy the good life here. Cost of living is one of the lowest in Asia
and will remain so for a very long time. This is achieved through the Governments efficient
monitoring of the economy in ensuring that inflation is kept low at all times and thereby also
the prices of goods and services.
This strong economy has secured a comprehensive infrastructure. The whole country is very
well connected with up-to-date, modern road, rail, air, and sea transportation systems. Public
transport by buses, taxis, trains and planes are comfortable, efficient and relatively low in
cost. The healthcare system is also excellent, drawing many short-term visitors from around
the world. The country has a very efficient healthcare system where medical services are
provided at nominal cost. Private doctors, clinics and also hospitals of international
standards are easily available throughout the country at a very reasonable cost.
A healthy economy, good infrastructure and luxury amenities are not the only draw; Malaysia
is also a pluralistic society where people practise their own way of life in peace and harmony.
Freedom is one of the key reasons many find Malaysia attractive. It is so easy to live the calm
life here, where people respect each others differences. Malaysians in general are very warm
and friendly, always open to learning about other cultures. Although Islam is the national
religion, there is a sizable population of Christians, Buddhists and Hindus here, with ample
places of worship dotting the entire country.
The weather is pleasant, warm and balmy with moderate rain throughout the year. There are
also highland residential areas and resorts with permanent spring-like weather throughout
the country. See it to believe it, an ideal place to call home and a government programme to
make your dream a reality. To find a home away from home, the time is now, the place is
Malaysia.
Malaysia My Second Home Programme
is promoted by the Government of
Malaysia to allow foreigners who fulfill
certain criteria, to stay in Malaysia for as
long as possible on a multiple-entry
social visit pass.
The Social Visit Pass is initially for a
period of ten (10) years, and is
renewable.
ELIGIBILITY
It is open to citizens of all countries
recognised by Malaysia regardless of
race, religion, gender or age. Applicants
are allowed to bring their spouses and
unmarried children below the age of 21
as dependants.
is promoted by the Government of
Malaysia to allow foreigners who fulfill
certain criteria, to stay in Malaysia for as
long as possible on a multiple-entry
social visit pass.
The Social Visit Pass is initially for a
period of ten (10) years, and is
renewable.
ELIGIBILITY
It is open to citizens of all countries
recognised by Malaysia regardless of
race, religion, gender or age. Applicants
are allowed to bring their spouses and
unmarried children below the age of 21
as dependants.
Malaysia My Second Home
Program (MM2H)
Program (MM2H)
Why Malaysia
Take a moment and see why Malaysia is
one of those countries you should
consider living in.
GOVERNMENTAL SUPPORT
This programme is initiated, organised
and launched by the Malaysian
Government and is thus one that the
Government will continuously seek to
improve, to ensure its success.
CULTURE & LANGUAGE
The Malay language (Bahasa Melayu) is
the national language of the country;
English is the second language but
other languages can be freely used and
practised. Similarly the Malay culture is
dominant in the country because the
Malays are the dominant race in
Malaysia and in the region. But other
cultures can be practiced very freely and
there is a free intermingling of different
cultures.
RECREATION & ENTERTAINMENT
The country has everything for the family
- theme parks, jungle trails,sports, water
sports and one of the highest numbers
of golf courses.
one of those countries you should
consider living in.
GOVERNMENTAL SUPPORT
This programme is initiated, organised
and launched by the Malaysian
Government and is thus one that the
Government will continuously seek to
improve, to ensure its success.
CULTURE & LANGUAGE
The Malay language (Bahasa Melayu) is
the national language of the country;
English is the second language but
other languages can be freely used and
practised. Similarly the Malay culture is
dominant in the country because the
Malays are the dominant race in
Malaysia and in the region. But other
cultures can be practiced very freely and
there is a free intermingling of different
cultures.
RECREATION & ENTERTAINMENT
The country has everything for the family
- theme parks, jungle trails,sports, water
sports and one of the highest numbers
of golf courses.
INCENTIVES (MM2H)
Participants of Malaysia My Second
Home Programme are provided with
various incentives to make their stay
more comfortable and enjoyable in
Malaysia.
House Purchase
Please be informed that property
purchase is not a pre-requisite for
participating in MM2H programme.
Any foreigner may purchase any number
of residential property in Malaysia,
subject to the minimum rates
established for foreigners by the different
states. They start from RM500,000 per
unit for most states, from 1st January
2010. Land is a state matter and it is
important to check state laws before
making any commitment, as the
minimum purchase price is not
standardised between states.
We advise buying homes which are
already issued with certificates of fitness
but if you intend to purchase from
developers, ensure that it is a reputable
company.
Also ensure that your lawyer does a
thorough check with the local land office
that you have ownership rights to any
property that you are purchasing. Profit
made on the sale of property is 5% (Real
Property Gains Tax).
Car Purchase
Each participant is allowed to bring in
his/her own personal car OR to
purchase a locally-assembled car
without the need to pay import duty,
excise duty and sales tax.
Car Import
Application to IMPORT a motorcar from
the participant’s country of
citizenship/last domicile must be
forwarded to the Ministry of Finance
within a period of six months from the
endorsement date of Malaysia My
Second Home (MM2H) social visit pass.
The condition for such importation is that
the MM2H participant should be the
owner of the motorcar for at least 6
months prior to obtaining the MM2H visa,
as evidenced in the motorcar registration
document.
Locally-Assembled Car
An Application to PURCHASE a new
motorcar made or assembled in
Malaysia must be forwarded to the
Ministry of Finance within a period of one
year from the endorsement date of
Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H)
social visit pass.
Domestic Helper
Each applicant is allowed to apply for
one maid subject to the prevailing
guidelines of the Immigration
Department of Malaysia.
Education
Applicants are allowed to bring their
children who under 21 years old and not
married as their dependants under this
programme.
Children who intend to continue their
schooling in Malaysia are required to
apply for a Student Pass and should be
insured throughout their stay under this
programme.
Tax
Participants are bound by the policies,
systems and regulations of taxes of this
country and they do not have exemption
qualifications as granted to Diplomatic
Missions in Malaysia.
However, tax exemption is given to
pension remitted into Malaysia.
Participants are required to obtain the
endorsement from the Authorities in their
country of origin as to the total amount of
yearly pension received. A copy of this
letter has to be submitted in their
application.
Registering Your Business
You are required to register your
business with the Companies
Commission of Malaysia (CCM) under
the Companies Act 1965. You are only
eligible to register limited company in
Malaysia.
Company Structure
The Companies Act 1965 governs all
companies in Malaysia. The Act
stipulates that a person must register a
company with the SSM in order to
engage in any business activity.
Participants of Malaysia My Second
Home Programme are provided with
various incentives to make their stay
more comfortable and enjoyable in
Malaysia.
House Purchase
Please be informed that property
purchase is not a pre-requisite for
participating in MM2H programme.
Any foreigner may purchase any number
of residential property in Malaysia,
subject to the minimum rates
established for foreigners by the different
states. They start from RM500,000 per
unit for most states, from 1st January
2010. Land is a state matter and it is
important to check state laws before
making any commitment, as the
minimum purchase price is not
standardised between states.
We advise buying homes which are
already issued with certificates of fitness
but if you intend to purchase from
developers, ensure that it is a reputable
company.
Also ensure that your lawyer does a
thorough check with the local land office
that you have ownership rights to any
property that you are purchasing. Profit
made on the sale of property is 5% (Real
Property Gains Tax).
Car Purchase
Each participant is allowed to bring in
his/her own personal car OR to
purchase a locally-assembled car
without the need to pay import duty,
excise duty and sales tax.
Car Import
Application to IMPORT a motorcar from
the participant’s country of
citizenship/last domicile must be
forwarded to the Ministry of Finance
within a period of six months from the
endorsement date of Malaysia My
Second Home (MM2H) social visit pass.
The condition for such importation is that
the MM2H participant should be the
owner of the motorcar for at least 6
months prior to obtaining the MM2H visa,
as evidenced in the motorcar registration
document.
Locally-Assembled Car
An Application to PURCHASE a new
motorcar made or assembled in
Malaysia must be forwarded to the
Ministry of Finance within a period of one
year from the endorsement date of
Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H)
social visit pass.
Domestic Helper
Each applicant is allowed to apply for
one maid subject to the prevailing
guidelines of the Immigration
Department of Malaysia.
Education
Applicants are allowed to bring their
children who under 21 years old and not
married as their dependants under this
programme.
Children who intend to continue their
schooling in Malaysia are required to
apply for a Student Pass and should be
insured throughout their stay under this
programme.
Tax
Participants are bound by the policies,
systems and regulations of taxes of this
country and they do not have exemption
qualifications as granted to Diplomatic
Missions in Malaysia.
However, tax exemption is given to
pension remitted into Malaysia.
Participants are required to obtain the
endorsement from the Authorities in their
country of origin as to the total amount of
yearly pension received. A copy of this
letter has to be submitted in their
application.
Registering Your Business
You are required to register your
business with the Companies
Commission of Malaysia (CCM) under
the Companies Act 1965. You are only
eligible to register limited company in
Malaysia.
Company Structure
The Companies Act 1965 governs all
companies in Malaysia. The Act
stipulates that a person must register a
company with the SSM in order to
engage in any business activity.
MALAYSIA MY SECOND HOME CENTRE (MM2H)
Ministry of Tourism Malaysia,
Level 10, No. 2, Tower 1, Jalan P5/6,
Presint 5, 62200 W.P. Putrajaya, MALAYSIA
Phone | +603 8891 7424, +603 8891 7428
Email | info@mm2h.gov.my
Ministry of Tourism Malaysia,
Level 10, No. 2, Tower 1, Jalan P5/6,
Presint 5, 62200 W.P. Putrajaya, MALAYSIA
Phone | +603 8891 7424, +603 8891 7428
Email | info@mm2h.gov.my
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