Short answer: Malaysia’s My Second Home (MM2H) is a long-term residence programme with conditions tiered by age, typically including a required fixed deposit, a property purchase in Malaysia and proof of income or assets. Applicants aged 50+ often face more flexible minimum-stay rules. MM2H is not citizenship.
Information current as of October 2026.
What are the main conditions?
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Deposit | Fixed-deposit floors by age tier |
| Property | Usually a home at or above a minimum price |
| Income / assets | Proof of financial capacity |
| Presence | Higher annual days possible for younger applicants; more flexible at 50+ |
| Family | Spouse and eligible children can join |
State and federal details follow the latest official guidance.
Can MM2H holders work?
MM2H itself is not a work visa; local employment usually needs a separate permit. See Malaysia MM2H.
How does it compare with Thailand LTR / Privilege?
Thailand splits qualification-based LTR and paid Privilege; MM2H centres on deposit plus property. Compare tax, schooling and healthcare by actual city.
Can the deposit be fully withdrawn?
Freeze and conditional withdrawal rules usually apply. Deposits and purchases lock liquidity—align with global allocation.
Global Immigrate note
Choose the main city and whether the home is for self-use before mapping age-tier floors. Schedule entry, medicals and police-certificate validity so documents do not expire mid-process.
This article is general information, not legal or tax advice.