🇲🇾 Malaysia My Second Home Program (MM2H)Key points on investment immigration/golden visas
The Malaysia My Second Home Program (MM2H) is a long-term residency visa that underwent significant reforms in 2024, divided into three tiers: Silver, Gold, and Platinum, with fixed deposit thresholds of approximately USD 150,000, USD 500,000, and USD 1,000,000 respectively, and additional requirements for real estate purchases. Membership durations range from 5 to 20 years. Some states (such as Sabah SMM2H) have independent regulations. This is a neutral summary of publicly available information; please refer to the latest official announcements from Malaysia for accuracy.
| Type | Long-term residency visa (tiered membership, non-citizen). |
|---|---|
| Minimum Investment Threshold | Fixed deposits starting from approximately US$150,000 (Silver level, higher for Gold/Platinum). |
| Primary investment methods. | Deposit a fixed-term deposit in a Malaysian bank and purchase real estate at the minimum amount according to the tier. |
| Residency Requirements | Post-reform, each tier has a minimum stay requirement in the country (based on tier). |
| Pathways to citizenship. | MM2H is a residence visa and does not provide a pathway to citizenship. |
| Dependent relatives | Can include spouse, children, parents, and other dependent relatives (as per regulations). |
| Processing Timeline | Processing times are subject to review progress and often take several months. |
| Recent Changes | In 2024, the system will be restructured into three tiers, with adjustments to fixed deposit and real estate thresholds, and a minimum age reduced to 25. |
Key considerations
- The thresholds and benefits of Tier 3 memberships vary significantly; the proportion of accessible fixed deposits and minimum real estate amounts must be confirmed at each level.
- Post-reform, new minimum stay days and real estate purchase requirements have been introduced, with significant differences from the previous version; old information may be outdated.
- MM2H is a residence visa that does not lead to citizenship; Silver/Gold tiers typically do not permit work in Malaysia.
General process
- Select the applicable MM2H level and confirm the current thresholds.
- Gather asset and source of funds documentation, and apply through authorized agents or official channels.
- After receiving preliminary approval, funds must be deposited in a fixed-term account and real estate purchased according to the tier.
- Complete the visa stamping and maintain the conditions and duration of stay as required.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the differences among the three tiers of MM2H?
According to the 2024 public information, the Silver, Gold, and Platinum tiers differ in terms of fixed deposit amounts, minimum real estate purchase amounts, visa duration, and required stay days; Platinum also requires a one-time high fee and allows work/investment. Exact conditions are subject to official announcements.
Can MM2H holders obtain a Malaysian passport?
MM2H is a long-term residence visa and does not provide a pathway to citizenship; it does not directly lead to Malaysian citizenship. Actual citizenship must follow the general naturalization regulations.
Official sources：Malaysia Immigration Department (Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia) MM2H · Data Date：2026-06。This page is a neutral compilation of publicly available information, for reference only, notImmigration/LawAdvice; programs are subject to the latest official announcements.