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Longer-term certainty
A renewable pass offers a more stable arrangement than relying on repeated short visitor stays.
Malaysia long-stay programme
Make Malaysia
your second home.
Understand the current MM2H categories, lifestyle benefits and property obligations before choosing Johor Bahru as your Malaysian base.
Compare categories ↓The short answer
What is Malaysia My Second Home?
MM2H is a renewable long-stay programme for eligible foreign participants. Approved principals and dependants receive a social visit pass with multiple-entry visa privileges, subject to the conditions of their chosen category.
It can support retirement, family lifestyle, education access or a regional base, but it does not confer permanent residence or citizenship.
Why applicants consider MM2H
What are the potential benefits?
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Family inclusion
Eligible spouses, children and parents or parents-in-law may be included under the principal application.
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Multiple entry
Participants can travel in and out of Malaysia during the validity of the pass and passport.
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Lifestyle access
Participants can use Malaysia’s private healthcare, education, food, retail and leisure ecosystem.
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Residential base
A qualifying home creates a consistent base for living in or regularly visiting Malaysia.
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Johor connectivity
Johor Bahru offers direct proximity to Singapore alongside Malaysian living costs and amenities.
Current federal programme
Which MM2H category can an applicant choose?
Silver, Gold and Platinum are the standard tiers. SEZ/SFZ is a special route tied to eligible developments in designated economic or financial zones.
| Category | Fixed deposit | Pass term | Minimum age | Minimum residence | One-off participation fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver | USD 150,000 | 5 years, renewable | 25+ | RM600,000+ | RM1,000 |
| Gold | USD 500,000 | 15 years, renewable | 25+ | RM1,000,000+ | RM3,000 |
| Platinum | USD 1,000,000 | 20 years, renewable | 25+ | RM2,000,000+ | RM200,000 |
| SEZ / SFZ | USD 65,000 (age 21–49) / USD 32,000 (age 50+) | 10 years, renewable | 21+ | Price set for the eligible SEZ development | RM1,000 |
Silver
Applicants seeking the lowest entry point among the three standard national tiers.
Gold
Applicants wanting a longer pass and able to meet a higher financial commitment.
Platinum
High-net-worth applicants seeking the longest standard pass and permission for business, investment and career activities, subject to programme rules.
SEZ / SFZ
Applicants who meet the special-zone conditions and are prepared to purchase within an approved SEZ or SFZ development.
Johor Bahru as a second home
Why might an MM2H participant choose Johor Bahru?
Johor Bahru combines access to Singapore with a full Malaysian city lifestyle. Buyers can consider city-centre access near CIQ and RTS, lower-density communities around Iskandar Puteri, or established neighbourhoods close to hospitals, retail and international education.
- Cross-border access for family, business and travel
- Private healthcare and international-school options
- City-centre, waterfront and suburban home choices
- Restaurants, shopping, golf and leisure amenities
Choose the home for daily suitability first. MM2H approval does not guarantee property appreciation or rental returns.
Application journey
How does the process generally work?
Compare categories and confirm eligibility
Engage a MOTAC-licensed MM2H operator
Prepare and submit the application
Complete approval conditions, medical and fixed deposit
Purchase the qualifying residence and maintain compliance
Applications must be handled through a MOTAC-licensed MM2H operator. Immigration approval remains under the relevant Malaysian authorities.
MM2H FAQ
Important questions before applying.
What is MM2H?+
Malaysia My Second Home is a long-stay programme for eligible foreign participants. It provides a renewable social visit pass with a multiple-entry visa; it is not Malaysian permanent residence or citizenship.
Is buying a home compulsory under the current programme?+
Yes. Current federal MM2H rules require an approved participant to purchase and own a qualifying residence. The minimum value depends on the selected category, and disposal is generally restricted for 10 years unless upgrading to a higher-value residence.
Can part of the fixed deposit be withdrawn?+
After approval, up to 50% of the principal fixed deposit may be withdrawn for permitted purposes including a residence purchase, education, medical needs and tourism-related activities, subject to current programme procedures.
Does MM2H automatically allow employment or business activity?+
No. Benefits differ by category. The Platinum tier expressly permits business, investment and career activities under current rules; applicants in other tiers should verify what is allowed before working or operating a business.
Can family members be included?+
Eligible dependants may include a spouse, qualifying children, medically certified disabled children, and parents or parents-in-law. Platinum participants may also include a foreign maid, subject to current conditions.
Does MM2H guarantee a profitable Johor Bahru property?+
No. MM2H eligibility and property performance are separate matters. Buyers must still assess location, purchase price, title, building quality, rental demand, maintenance, financing and resale liquidity.
Johor Bahru property planning
Compare suitable homes after understanding your MM2H category.
We can help you evaluate Johor Bahru locations and property options. Programme applications, immigration, legal and tax matters must be handled by the relevant licensed professionals.
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