Gold

Financial requirements

Fixed deposit of USD 500,000 in any Malaysian financial institution licensed under the Financial Services Act 2013 [Act 758] or Islamic Financial Services Act 2013 [Act 759].

Maximum withdrawal of 50% of the principal fixed deposit is allowed after approval, for purchasing a residence, education, medical and tourism activities in Malaysia.

Participating fee (one-off)

A participating fee of RM3,000 for every principal application.

No participating fees for dependents.

Purchase of residence

Compulsory to purchase and own a residence after approval as an MM2H participant.

The residence must be valued at RM1 million or above.

Selling the residence is not allowed for 10 years. The home may be upgraded to a residence of higher value.

Failure to comply with any of the terms results in the MM2H pass being revoked.

Minimum length of stay

Be present in Malaysia for 90 days (cumulative) in one year.

For participants aged 25 to 49, the stay can be fulfilled by the principal and/or their dependents.

Dependents

Spouse (wife or husband)

Biological, step or adopted children below 21; those aged 21 to 34 must be unemployed and single while in Malaysia

Medically certified children with disabilities (no age limit)

Parents and/or parents-in-law

MM2H pass

15-year pass with Multiple Entry Visa (MEV).

Renewable.

Pass validity depends on the passport. If the passport expires before the pass ends, the participant must renew the pass.

Education

Dependent children may study up to tertiary level at any government-recognised higher learning institution in Malaysia, using the existing MM2H pass or an automatically issued Student Pass.

Medical

Long-term medical treatment is allowed in Malaysia.

Business / investment activities

Not allowed.

Career opportunities

Not allowed.

Medical check-up

Compulsory medical check-up at a panel clinic or hospital appointed by the Ministry, for the principal and dependents, after approval.

Category speciality

Tax exemption on incoming funds such as fixed deposit.

Change of principal

If the principal passes away, the pass is transferable to the next-of-kin among the registered dependents.

Terms of renewal

The pass can be renewed every 5 years after the maximum term of the programme.

Documents needed: a valid passport, the latest medical report and health insurance.

Renewal fee: RM3,000 for principal and dependents.

Source: Official MM2H portal, Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture. Copied on 25/10/2026; the official site shows “Last update 10/02/2026”. Wording is tidied for spelling only. Rules can change, so confirm with the official site or with me before you decide.