Malaysia residency by investment (MM2H)
Long-term residency in Southeast Asia via the programmeMalaysia My Second Home (MM2H)— from a US$150,000 deposit, residence card for up to 20 years.
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Malaysia MM2H programme
Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) is a long-term residency programme for foreigners, restructured into four tiers with varying investment levels and durations.
With a tropical climate, reasonable cost of living, international healthcare and education systems, and widespread English, Malaysia is an attractive destination for families and retirees.
Programme Overview
Key highlights
Benefits
What the investor receives
- Long-term residency 5 – 20 yearsFlexible duration depending on the participating tier.
- Reasonable cost of livingTropical climate, affordable prices.
- International healthcare and educationQuality hospital and international school systems.
- Includes familySpouse, children, and dependent parents.
- Real estate ownershipPurchase and own property according to the regulations of each tier.
- Widespread EnglishConvenient for living and working.
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Investment options
MM2H has four tiers, differing in deposit amount, real estate, residency duration, and work rights.
Silver
US$150,000 deposit
Periodic deposit with minimum real estate of RM600,000 — 5-year residence card.
Gold
US$500,000 deposit
Deposit with minimum real estate of RM1,000,000 — 15-year residence card.
Platinum
US$1,000,000 deposit
Deposit with minimum real estate of RM2,000,000 — 20-year residence card. Participation fee of RM200,000, the only tier permitted to work and conduct business.
SEZ / SFZ
Deposit from US$32,000
US$65,000 for those aged 21–49, US$32,000 for those aged 50 and above, with a property at Forest City, Johor — 10-year residence card.
Residency by investment pathway
Implementation process
Consultation and tier selection
Determine the MM2H tier that fits your budget and goals.
Preliminary background check
Review financial profile and background.
Submit MM2H application
Prepare and submit the application to the programme authority.
Conditional approval
Receive a conditional approval letter from the authorities.
Deposit, purchase property, receive card
Open an account, make the deposit and property purchase, receive the residence card.
Programme requirements
Participation requirements
Age
From 25 years old; dependent parents are permitted to accompany.
Police clearance certificate
Must be of good character and pass security and background checks.
Finance
Meet the deposit level of the chosen tier. As of June 2024, the programme no longer assesses income.
Health and insurance
Medical examination and valid health insurance.
Real estate
Mandatory property purchase according to the tier price and held for at least 10 years.
Presence
Cumulative stay of 90 days per year for those under 50; those 50 and above are exempt.
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The Prosperous Living Investment team provides personalised consultation, assesses profiles, and builds a Malaysia residency roadmap tailored to your set goals.
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Efficiency
Standardised processes, with close monitoring at every step until completion.
Transparency
Clear costs and timelines, with verified programme data.
Professionalism
A team of consultants with extensive experience in residency and citizenship by investment.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Quick FAQs
90 cumulative days per year for those under 50. Those 50 and above have no presence requirement.
Yes. Each tier has its own minimum property price, and the property cannot be sold for 10 years.
Up to 50% can be withdrawn immediately after approval, only for property purchase, tuition fees, medical treatment, and travel within Malaysia.
The SEZ/SFZ tier at Forest City, Johor, with a US$32,000 deposit for those 50 and above. Across the peninsula, the Silver tier at US$150,000 is the lowest.
Spouse, dependent children, and parents.
MM2H is a long-term residency and does not automatically convert to PR or citizenship.
Data provided byofficial guidelines from the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia, updated on 10/02/2026. Programme conditions may change according to local government regulations — contact Prosperous Living Investment for updated advice.