Who can apply?
- S-MM2H is open to citizens from all countries with diplomatic ties to Malaysia, except Israel and North Korea.
- Applicants must be at least 30 years old.
- Property purchase is optional for participants aged 30 and above, with the option to sell after five years.
- Applicants are allowed to bring dependents and they are required to have medical insurance. They also enjoy tax exemptions on brought-in assets but do not qualify for permanent residency.
Financial Requirement
Financial requirement for main applicant above 30 years of age, choose 1 category only:
For individuals, a monthly offshore income of RM10,000 (Salary / Pension Fund) is required.
For couples, a combined monthly offshore income of RM15,000 (Salary / Pension Fund) is required.
SAVINGS CATEGORY
A saving fund of RM100,000 is required for individuals.
A saving fund of RM200,000 is required for couples.
Fixed Deposit
The main applicant must deposit RM500,000 in any local bank in Sarawak, either before or after receiving the letter of approval.
After one year in the programme, applicant may withdraw up to 50% of the deposit for purchasing a residential house, a car, medical expenses, or children’s education in Sarawak.
Personal Bond
Africa | RM1,500 |
Angola | RM2,500 |
Australia | RM1,500 |
Bangladesh | RM750 |
British C.I | RM1,500 |
Brunei Darussalam | RM1,500 |
Burkina Faso | RM2,500 |
Burundi | RM2,500 |
Cameroon | RM2,500 |
Canada | RM2,500 |
Central African Republic | RM2,500 |
Colombia | RM2,500 |
Cote D’Ivoire | RM2,500 |
Democratic Republic of Congo | RM2,500 |
Djibouti | RM2,500 |
Equatorial Guinea | RM2,500 |
Eritrea | RM2,500 |
Ethiopia | RM2,500 |
Europe | RM1,500 |
Ghana | RM2,500 |
Guinea-Bissau | RM2,500 |
Hong Kong | RM1,000 |
India | RM750 |
Indonesia | RM500 |
Iran | RM1,500 |
Iraq | RM1,500 |
Japan | RM1,000 |
South Korea | RM1,000 |
Liberia | RM2,500 |
Macao | RM1,000 |
Mali | RM2,500 |
Mozambique | RM2,500 |
Myanmar | RM750 |
Nepal | RM750 |
Niger | RM2,500 |
Nigera | RM2,500 |
Pakistan | RM750 |
Philippines | RM750 |
Portugal C.I | RM1,500 |
PR China | RM1,500 |
Republic of Congo (Congo Brazzaville) | RM2,500 |
Rwanda | RM2,500 |
Saudi Arabia | RM1,500 |
Singapore | RM200 |
Sri Lanka | RM750 |
Taiwan | RM1,500 |
Thailand | RM300 |
Tunisia | RM1,500 |
United States of America | RM2,500 |
Vietnam | RM1,500 |
Western Sahara | RM2,500 |
Other Requirements
- Applicants must pass Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) security screening.
- Applicants must have comprehensive medical insurance from a local provider for the entire duration of their S-MM2H pass.
- Applicants must submit an application along with a one-off processing fee of RM5,000 to the Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Sarawak.
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How to Apply
Submit your application and wait for approval. It may take 90 days from the date of submission.
Provide a copy of your passport. A copy of previous passport is also compulsory if applicant’s current passport is less than 1 year old. For both current and previous (if applicable) passport, every page is required to be copied and submitted.
*Recommended Timeframe only.
| ITEMS | TIMEFRAME | RESPONSIBLE AGENCIES |
|
| 1 | Request for letter of Support to open FD in the bank | 3 days | Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Sarawak |
| 2 | Open Bank account and deposit into Fixed Deposit Account | 2 – 7 days | Sarawak Local Banks |
| 3 | Medical Check-up (if done in private medical institution and endorsed by Government Doctors) | 2 – 4 days | Private Hospitals / Policlinic Sarawak |
| 4 | Medical Check-up (if done in government policlinic) | 30 days | Policlinic Sarawak |
| 5 | Submit to Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Sarawak | 1 day | Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Sarawak |
| 6 | Application processing at Immigration department | 30 days | Immigration Department Sarawak |
| 7 | Call sponsor for interview | 1 day | Immigration Department Sarawak |
| 8 | Application processing for Conditional Approval and convey letter of conditional approval to applicant & Sponsor | 21 – 30 days | Immigration Department Sarawak |
| 9 | Applicant to make payment and collect sticker | Immigration Department Sarawak |
- All documents above must be in English (otherwise certified translations must be provided) and sent to us as hard copies.
- All copy documents must be certified as true copies, we can certify true copies as required.
- The bank can certify bank statements with their original bank stamp.
- If any original documents are sent then no certification is required.
Regulations
Participants of the S-MM2H programme are not eligible to work full-time but may work part-time (limited to a maximum of 20 hours per week) in professional sectors approved by the ILMU through MTCP. Eligible sectors include education, banking & securities, manufacturing and medical.
S-MM2H participants are also allowed to be minority partners in joint ventures (JVs) with local partners, provided the business operates in sectors approved by ILMU. Participants must own a maximum of 49% of the total paid-up capital, which must be at least RM350,000.
Additionally, all applications to work under the S-MM2H programme must be submitted to the State Authority for approval.
Participants must not engage in activities deemed sensitive to the local community or that pose a security risk to the country.
More on S-MM2H
All applicants whose Multiple Entry Visa(MEV) has expired on the fifth year, can extend their MEV for another five years. He/She MUST submit the following documents to Immigration Department, Sarawak for consideration:
- Letter of Intent by The Principal.
- Original & Copy of Applicant’s Passport.
- Form IMM. 55 (1 Copy).
- Form IMM. 38 (1 Copy, if Applicable) – for countries with visa requirement.
- A copy of certified Fixed Deposit statement from the bank.
- A copy of certified copy of Conditional Approval Letter
- A copy of original Medical Report (RB II Form) Report EACH (separated form for spouse)
- The main applicant must stay in Sarawak for at least 30 days per year (cumulatively) to qualify for visa renewal.
- Permits are valid for five years and can be renewed for an additional five years.
- After 10 years, applicants must submit a new application.
- For renewal, existing participants must continue meeting the existing requirements.
All participants who wish to terminate their S-MM2H programme should first submit their applications to Malaysian Immigration Department, Sarawak, then, Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Sarawak for the withdrawal of Fixed Deposit.
The following documents must be submitted to Malaysian Immigration Department, Sarawak to terminate the programme:
- Letter of Intent from applicant
- Original copy of applicants’ passports
- Original & copy of One Way Flight Ticket
All applicants should submit the following documents to the Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Sarawak for withdrawal of Fixed Deposit:
- Letter of Intent from the Applicant
- Termination Letter from the Immigration Department of Sarawak
- A copy of S-MM2H Conditional Approval Letter
- A copy of Applicant’s Front Page Passport
- A copy of the Applicant’s S-MM2H Sticker that has been terminated by the Immigration Department of Malaysia, Sarawak
- A copy of the latest Fixed Deposit Statement
— Living in Sarawak for 22 years
Testimonials
FROM S-MM2H PARTICIPANTS
Their exceptional service, reliability, and genuine care for their clients make them a standout choice.
Charles is an S-MM2H professional consultant who is very responsible, efficient, conscientious, and 100% customer service-oriented.
The process was so seamless and relaxed that I simply had to show up, and he expertly guided me through the administrative, banking, and medical processes.
Throughout the process, we have developed not just a business relationship but became friends.
Aside from the application itself, Charles has also been helpful with other items, such as driver license conversion and finding a place to live.
After agreeing to use their services, everything went very smoothly—the health checks, opening bank accounts, and completing the necessary paperwork.
They responded multiple times outside of working hours. Their efficiency was much higher than I expected from most companies in Malaysia.
He is a sincere and devoted professional and he delivers what he promises. A truly genuine and trustworthy company to approach.
He is very diligent, sincere and punctual. He is never late for any appointments and never misses a detail during the process.
Their exceptional service, reliability, and genuine care for their clients make them a standout choice.
Charles is an S-MM2H professional consultant who is very responsible, efficient, conscientious, and 100% customer service-oriented.
The process was so seamless and relaxed that I simply had to show up, and he expertly guided me through the administrative, banking, and medical processes.
Throughout the process, we have developed not just a business relationship but became friends.
Aside from the application itself, Charles has also been helpful with other items, such as driver license conversion and finding a place to live.
After agreeing to use their services, everything went very smoothly—the health checks, opening bank accounts, and completing the necessary paperwork.
They responded multiple times outside of working hours. Their efficiency was much higher than I expected from most companies in Malaysia.
He is a sincere and devoted professional and he delivers what he promises. A truly genuine and trustworthy company to approach.
He is very diligent, sincere and punctual. He is never late for any appointments and never misses a detail during the process.
