Rank #112
Malaysia
South-Eastern Asia • UTC+8 • Asia/Kuala_LumpurMonthly Cost
$864
-61% vs USA
Internet
194 Mbps
Mobile Avg
Monthly Cost
$864
-61% vs USA
Internet
194 Mbps
Mobile Avg
Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H)
Designed for retirees and individuals with passive income who wish to reside in Malaysia long-term. Requires proof of financial stability.
Min. Income
RM10,000/month
Per Applicant
Processing
2–3 Months
Average Time
Validity
5 Years
Initial / Renewable
Citizenship
10 Years
Years to Apply
Eligibility & Required Docs
Eligibility Requirements
Proof of passive income- Minimum age of 50 years
- Health insurance coverage
- Clean criminal record
Required Documents
- Passport copy
- Bank statements
- Medical report
- Police clearance certificate
Residency Rules
Taxation
Residents under the MM2H program are taxed only on Malaysian-sourced income. Foreign income is not subject to Malaysian tax.
Physical Presence
No specific physical presence requirement, but maintaining a residence in Malaysia is necessary.
Advantages
- Long-term residency option
- No tax on foreign income
- Access to affordable healthcare
Disadvantages
- High financial requirements
- Limited path to citizenship
- Complex application process
Compare with
ThailandRetirement Visa
IndonesiaRetirement Visa
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