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MM2H Benefits

MM2H Benefits

Experience Life in Malaysia with MM2H Benefits

The MM2H benefits make the Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) Program a top choice for expatriates, retirees, and investors. Key advantages include a renewable visa, tax-free income on foreign earnings, affordable healthcare, and opportunities to invest or start a business in Malaysia. With its low cost of living and vibrant culture, the MM2H program is highly appealing to those seeking a comfortable lifestyle abroad.

Participants in the MM2H program can also purchase property, bring dependents, and hire domestic helpers. Additional MM2H benefits include access to Malaysia’s excellent infrastructure, modern amenities, and a safe living environment. This long-term residency scheme offers a fulfilling and affordable lifestyle for those ready to make Malaysia their second home.

MM2H Benefits & Incentives

Upon the approval of your MM2H application, you will be entitled to a variety of exclusive benefits and incentives:

MM2H Visa Permit Features

  • Long-Term Visa Options: The Social Visit Pass is valid for 5, 10, 15, or 20 years, depending on the chosen category.
  • Stay Requirements:
    >> Mandatory 90-day annual stay for applicants and/or dependents under 50 years of age.
  • Renewable Visa: Extendable after every 5-year term for continuous residency.
  • Eligibility Criteria: The main applicant must be aged 21 or older.

These benefits make the MM2H program ideal for those seeking a long-term, flexible, and rewarding stay in Malaysia.

House Purchase

Depending on the state, participants can purchase residential properties valued between RM500,000 and RM2,000,000. Note that requirements vary across states, and property purchase is mandatory for obtaining the MM2H visa.

For more details on property guidelines by state, visit: Property Purchase Guide for Foreigners.

Domestic Helper

Applicants can hire one domestic helper, subject to the Immigration Department’s prevailing guidelines.

Children

Participants can include their unmarried children under 35 years old as dependents.

Tax

  • Tax exemptions on offshore income, pension funds, and other foreign funds transferred into Malaysia.
  • Interest earned from bank fixed deposits is also tax-exempt.

Business & Investment

MM2H visa holders can:

  • Own businesses in Malaysia as directors, with no requirement for local Malaysian involvement (terms apply).
  • Invest in local companies, share markets, and unit trusts.

Working Options

  • Employment with a Malaysian company is permitted only under the Platinum category (terms apply).

Others

  • Tax exemptions on importing personal or household items.
  • Flexible currency movement: no restrictions on funds entering or leaving Malaysia.
  • No currency exchange controls.
  • Immediate eligibility for local tax resident status with an MM2H visa.
  • Long-term renewable visas for parents and in-laws as dependents.
The Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) program offers participants a range of advantages, including flexibility, investment opportunities, and considerable financial incentives. This program represents an outstanding option for individuals and families considering long-term residency in Malaysia.