Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H): Latest Requirements and Application Process

As far as the best place in the world for expats to live in, there is no better place than the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur. This is not some hyperbole statement made by a patriotic Malaysian. No, this was the result of the latest research conducted by the US-based language learning app, Preply. This claim was further supported by a separate study conducted by Juwai IQI.

There are multiple reasons why expats love Malaysia. Topping the list are quality of life, affordable living, digital connectivity, multilingual society, and amazing food.

If you are a foreigner who is planning to live and/or retire in the country, you’ll want to have the issue of accommodation sorted out. This is where the Malaysia My Second Home Programme comes into play.

Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) Programme is an initiative which allows foreigners who fulfil certain criteria, to stay in Malaysia. Through MM2H, successful applicants can live in Malaysia for as long as possible on a 5-year renewable Pass with a Multiple-Entry Visa.

The programme, which is an initiative by the Federal Government of Malaysia, is open to all foreigners from countries recognised by Malaysia regardless of race, religion & gender. All main applicants are allowed to bring with them their spouses and unmarried children below the age of 21 as dependents.

However, it is important to note that MM2H is NOT a Permanent Residence (PR) Permit nor does it guarantee you getting a PR eventually. Applying for permanent residency is a lengthy and complicated process.

Under MM2H, you possess a Social Visit Pass with multiple entries and exits. However, you may apply for permanent residency after a certain period in Malaysia under the programme.