Malaysia My Second Home

Introduction
Malaysia My Second Home program is to allow people from all over the world, who fulfill certain criteria, to stay in Malaysia as long as possible on a social visit pass with multiple entry visa. The Social Visit Pass is initially for a period of 5 years and renewable.

WHO ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY?
It is open to all citizens of countries recognized by Malaysia regardless of race, religion, gender or age.

WHY MALAYSIA?
Governmental support :
This program is initiated, organized and launched by the Malaysian Government.
It is, therefore, a program, that the Government will continuously work to ensure its success.

Standard of living :
Malaysia has one of the highest standards of living in the region with all the modern infrastructure and facilities in place.


Cost of living :
Cost of living is one of the lowest in Asia and will remain so for a very long time. This is achieved through the Government's efficient monitoring of the economy in ensuring that inflation is kept low at all times and thereby also the prices of goods and services.

Weather :
The weather is pleasant, warm and balmy with moderate rain throughout the year, There are also highland residential areas and resorts with permanent spring-like weather throughout the country.

Infrastructure :
The whole country is very well connected with up-to-date, modern road, rail, air, and sea transportation systems. Public transport by buses, taxis, trains and planes are comfortable, efficient and relatively low in cost.

Political stability :
The ruling Government is the longest serving freely elected Government in the world. It is a Government representing all the races, religions, cultures etc. found in Malaysia. In fact, Malaysia is one of the most politically stable countries in the world.

Rule of law :
The rule of law is one of the fundamentals in Malaysia's constitution. Everyone is subjected to the law and also equal before the law. Malaysia practises basically the British system of justice with an independent reliable and dependable judiciary.

Safety :
Statistics can proof that Malaysia is one of the safest countries in the world, its crime rate is relatively low.

Religion :
Islam is the official religion of Malaysia but the constitution guarantees the right of people to practise other religions.

Culture and language :
The Malay language (Bahasa Melayu) is the national language of the country; English is the second language but other languages can be freely used and practised. Similarly the Malay culture is dominant in the country because the Malays are the dominant race in Malaysia and in the region. But other cultures can be practised very freely and there is a free intermingling of different cultures.

Food and Fruit :
All the food of the world can be found here at very reasonable cost. With so many races and cultures living together in harmony, it is understandable that each race has picked up the best of each other's food and made Malaysia into Asia's Food Paradise. Similarly the tropical fruits of Malaysia are unique, exotic and available in abundance practically throughout the year. It should be a real joy to savour these fruits.

Recreation/Entertainment :
The country has everything for the family,-theme parks, jungle trails/sports, water sports and one of the highest number of golf courses - ratio or population.

Shopping :
Most of the items that tourists normally like to buy - perfumes, cosmestics, watches, fountain pens, a long list of electronic goods, branded goods etc. are completely free of tax. Quality goods from all over the world are imported and are relatively low in price and sold throughout Malaysia.

Education :
The country has one of the best developed and quality educational systems - both public and private. There are international schools of repute in all major towns with English as the medium of instruction. There are also private colleges and universities offering twinning programs with other well-known universities and major colleges from throughout the world. Therefore, it is the place for quality education from nursery right up to the highest level of university education. It is already becoming an educational center of excellence for the region. Relatively speaking, it is also the place to get quality international class education at a very reasonable cost.

Medical facilities :
The country has a very efficient health system where medical services are provided at nominal cost. Private doctors, clinics and also hospitals of international standards are easily obtainable at very reasonable cost. Malaysia is also becoming a centre for medical facilities in the region.

Residence :
There are quality residences - terrace houses, semi-detached, bungalows, apartments and condominiums all over the country. There are also some of the finest residences available in tourism zones - on beaches, near jungles and near theme parks, recreational places and city centres. Foreigners are eligible to buy 2 houses at a cost of not less than RM150,000 each. For this purpose, they are also entitled for 60% loan from local banks.


Requirements
The Malaysian government welcome foreign citizens from all over the world (except Israel & Yugoslavia) to enter and stay in Malaysia on a long term Social Visit Pass (duration of 5 years with a Multiple Entry Visa) under the “ MALAYSIA – MY SECOND HOME PROGRAMME”.

However, this programme DOES NOT PROMISE a Permanent Resident status.

Terms and Conditions

1. Age:
This programme is open to all categories of citizens with no limit of age. They are allowed to bring their dependent (below 18 years of age) and apply for a maid.

Notes:

1.1 Dependant above 18 years of age will have to make a separate
application.
1.2 Application for maid can be submitted after the approval of Malaysia –
My Second Home Programme.

2. Financial Requirement:

2.1 Applicant by a person above 50 years of age

2.1.1 Applicant and spouse (either one must be above 50 years of age) will
have the privilege of choosing either:
• To have a fixed deposit of RM 150,000.00 in a Malaysian Bank; OR
• Derive a fixed monthly income of not less than RM 10,000.00 (from abroad).

2.1.2 Single (individual) applicant will have the privilege of choosing either:
• To have a fixed deposit of RM 100,000.00 in a Malaysia Bank; OR
• Derive a fixed monthly income of not less than RM 7,000.00 (from abroad).

2.2 Applicant by a person below 50 years of age (application must be submitted to the Headquarters of Malaysia Immigration Department)

2.2.1 Applicant and spouse MUST POSSES:
• A fixed deposit of RM 150,000.00 in a Malaysia Bank; AND
• Derive a fixed monthly income of not less than RM 10,000.00 (from abroad).

2.2.2 Single (individual) applicant MUST POSSES:
• A fixed deposit of RM 100,000.00 in a Malaysia Bank; AND
• Derive a fixed monthly income of not less than RM 7,000.00 (from abroad).

Notes:

The Government of Malaysia has determined ONLY the following local bank of fixed deposit installment.

1. Affin Bank Berhad
2. Bumiputera Commerce Bank Berhad
3. Maybank Berhad
4. RHB Bank Berhad

3. Sponsor

The requirement of a local sponsor can be waived but the final decision lies upon the Immigration Officer at the counter. Applicant can also acquire the services of companies registered with the Malaysia Immigration Department.

4. Insurance Coverage / Medical Report

Applicant must possess a medical insurance policy from any insurance company in Malaysia and attach a medical report from recognized medical institutions. The requirement for insurance policy is however an optional for a person of old age and denied by the insurance company.

5. Education

Dependant below 18 years of age and still studying are required to apply for Student Pass to further their education in schools or institutions of higher learning.

6. Government Taxes

Successful applicants are bound by the policies, systems and regulations of tax of this nation. They do not posses any exemption as granted to the Diplomatic Missions in Malaysia.

7. Application Procedure

7.1.1 Application can be submitted while the applicant isin the country
provided that the applicant is in the possession of a valid pass.
7.1.2 Once approved, Visa and Social Visit Pass will be issued in Malaysia.

8. List of Document

1. Application letter
2. 2 copies of Imm. 12-Social Visit application forms (obtainable at all
Malaysian Immigration Departments)
3. 2 passport sized photographs of applicant and spouse (if accompanied
by spouse)
4. A copy of applicant’s (and spouse) Passport / travel document (all pages)
5. An endorsed / certified copy of a Marriage Certificate by the embassy
(if accompanied by a spouse)
6. A copy of a certified fixed deposit, medical report and medical Insurance
7. A Personal Bond stamped RM 10.00 by the Stamp-Duty Office (signed by
the sponsor)
8. A copy of the sponsors Identity Card (if applicable)
9. A proof of monthly income (origin country / abroad) as stated at (Para. 2)
Financial Requirement

9. Exemption

The following requirement can be relaxed by conditional approval. However, the applicant must produce these documents (stated below) before the endorsement of the Social Visit Pass be given upon approval.

• The fixed deposit as pre-required
• Medical insurance policy in Malaysia
• Medical report

10. Location of Application

- The Headquarters of Malaysian Immigration Department
- State Immigration Department
- All Malaysian Representative Offices Abroad and;
- All Malaysian Tourism Offices

11. Restrictions

Successful applicants are STRICTLY forbidden from the following:

Taking part in activities such as political, missionary, provocative or instigative which is considered sensitive and threat to the national security.

12. Fee Rate

• Social Visit Pass – RM 90.00 per year
• Visa – following existing rate applicable to each country (not exceeding
RM 10.00)

13. Extension of Social Visit Pass

- Form Imm. 55
- Form Imm. 38(if visa required)
- The latest certified fixed deposit from a local Bank / a proof of monthly
income (origin country / abroad) (Para. 2)
- A copy of applicant’s (and spouse) passport / travel document
(if accompanied by a spouse)

14. Client Charter

New application – 30 working days from the date of submission.
Application for an extension – 14 working days from the date of submission.