Visa for Investors in Malaysia

The visa for investors in Malaysia is a multiple-entry type of visa. This is one of the 3 types of visas issued by the Immigration Department. One of our attorneys in Malaysia can assist you in obtaining a visa for multiple entries, as you will need this access as a business owner in the country. Moreover, we can provide adequate information about the different rules for foreign investors and support if they want to immigrate to Malaysia.

Details about the investor visa in Malaysia

The multiple-entry visa is usually issued for business or Governmental matters. It has a validity period of three to twelve months from its issue date. An important detail is that each entry is for 30 days, and there is no possibility to extend the stay on each entry. The following conditions must be met by a foreign investor applying for a visa for Malaysia:

• proof of income;
• proof of a valid return ticket.

The application for a business visa or a multiple-entry visa is submitted to the Malaysian Representative Office in the country. Businesspeople from India and China who need this type of visa also have the option to apply via an online platform. The visa application may be submitted with or without a reference. In each case, the applicant needs to pay a visa fee and provide the original passport together with its photocopy, photocopies of the visa application form, and two passport-size photographs. Foreigners who want to relocate to Malaysia should get in touch with us for assistance.

About the MM2H program in Malaysia

MM2H is one of the most appreciated investment programs in the world due to the benefits offered. Let’s review some statistical information provided by the Malaysian authorities:

• Around 34 out of 249 MM2H applications have been accepted as of October 2024.
• Of the 34 approved applications, 11 are from the main candidates, and the remaining 23 are for their dependants.
• The updated legislation for MM2H regarding the 3 tiers: silver, gold, and platinum came into force in 2024. The programs are dedicated to applicants who are at least 25 years old, are nationals of countries with diplomatic relations with Malaysia, and place a fixed deposit of USD 150,000 (Silver), USD 500,000 (Gold) or USD 1 million (Platinum).

Updates on Malaysia investor visa in 2026

Ready to invest in Malaysia in 2026? Here are some key facts to consider before applying:

• Since 1 April 2025, an Investor Pass (supported by MIDA) has been available in Malaysia, dedicated to those who want to do business here, and with a validity of 6-12 months. New investors from abroad will be eligible for this type of pass.
• MM2H is now presented in 3 tiers: silver, gold, and platinum. The minimum investment starts from RM 600,000 to get residency in Malaysia.
• The premium visa program requires investments of at least RM 1 million and no minimum stay conditions. This program is dedicated to high-net-worth investors from abroad.

Besides legal advice for getting an investor visa in Malaysia, our experts can help and guide foreign citizens in other matters, too. As such, one can benefit from the services provided by our commercial lawyer in Malaysia. As for those interested in citizenship in Malaysia, they are invited to contact our law firm in Malaysia and collaborate with our team of experts. We are here to assist in immigration to Malaysia.