PVIP vs MM2H
Malaysia Long-Term Residency Options
Malaysia currently offers two main options for foreign nationals seeking long-term residency:
- PVIP (Premium Visa Programme) – focused on High Net Worth Individuals (HNWIs) and Investors
- MM2H (Malaysia My Second Home) – now divided into several packages: Platinum, Gold, Silver & SZN
PVIP at a Glance
✅ 20-year visa (renewable every 5 years)
✅ Offshore income requirement: RM40,000/month OR RM480,000/year
✅ RM1 million fixed deposit in Malaysian bank (50% withdrawable for approved expenses)
✅ No minimum stay requirement
✅ Can bring unlimited dependents (spouse, children, parents, maid)
✅ Permission to work, invest, or start business (with approval)
MM2H Packages Breakdown
Platinum
Visa Term: 20 years
FD Requirement: USD 1,000,000
House Purchase: Compulsory, property ≥ RM2,000,000
Employment/Business: Allowed
Minimum Stay: None
Application Fee: RM200,000
Gold
Visa Term: 15 years
FD Requirement: USD 500,000
House Purchase: Compulsory, property ≥ RM1,000,000
Employment/Business: Allowed
Minimum Stay: None
Application Fee: RM3,000
Silver
Visa Term: 5 years
FD Requirement: USD 150,000
House Purchase: Compulsory, property ≥ RM600,000
Employment/Business: Not allowed
Minimum Stay: 90 days per year
Application Fee: RM1,000
SZN
Visa Term: 10 years
FD Requirement:
Age 21–49: USD 60,000
Age 50+: USD 32,000
House Purchase: Must follow SZN minimum property price
Employment/Business: Not allowed
Minimum Stay: Varies (based on conditions)
Application Fee: Varies
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Category | PVIP | Platinum | Gold | Silver | SZN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age Requirement | No restriction | No restriction | ≥ 25 yrs | ≥ 25 yrs | ≥ 21 yrs |
| Visa Term | 20 years | 20 years | 15 years | 5 years | 10 years |
| Fixed Deposit (FD) | RM1,000,000 | USD 1,000,000 | USD 500,000 | USD 150,000 | USD 60k (21–49) / USD 32k (50+) |
| Offshore Income | RM40,000/month | Not required | Not required | Not required | Not required |
| Employment / Business | Allowed (with approval) | Allowed | Not allowed | Not allowed | Not allowed |
| House Purchase | Not compulsory | ≥ RM2,000,000 | ≥ RM1,000,000 | ≥ RM600,000 | Follow SZN price |
| Foreign Maid | Allowed | Allowed | Not allowed | Not allowed | Not allowed |
| FD Withdrawal | 50% after 1 year | 50% allowed | 50% allowed | 50% allowed | 50% allowed |
| Application Fees | RM200,000 (Principal) + RM100,000 per dependent | RM200,000 | RM3,000 | RM1,000 | Varies |
| Minimum Stay | None | None | None | 90 days/year | Varies |
Important Notice:
Data above is based on latest available programme info. Requirements may change, always verify with official authorities before application.
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