The Silver tier of the revised Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) program is its entry-level pass for foreigners seeking an extended stay in Malaysia but are unsure about our country as a permanent home.
It’s also a great option for those who can’t yet meet the financial requirements of higher MM2H tiers — hey, we all grow at our own pace!
By the end of this guide, you’ll learn:
- requirements of a Silver MM2H Pass
- general and unique features, and
- how the application process works
Let’s begin.
Requirements
To qualify for an MM2H Silver Pass, you must meet these criteria:
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Age | At least 25 years old |
| Fixed Deposit | USD 150,000 in a Malaysian financial institution (50% withdrawal allowed) |
| Property Purchase | Minimum RM600,000 / USD134,000 (cannot sell for 10 years unless upgrading) |
| One-Off Fee | RM1,000 / USD223 for the principal applicant |
| Minimum Stay | 90 days per year |
Notes: Dependents do not need to pay a participation fee, and the property may be purchased before or after obtaining the pass.
Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Dependents | Spouse, children, parents/in-laws, and medically certified dependents |
| Validity Period | 5 years with a Multiple Entry Visa (renewable) |
| Education | Dependent children can pursue tertiary education and qualify for a Student Pass |
| Medical Benefits | Long-term medical treatment allowed |
| Business Activities | Not allowed |
| Work/Employment | Not allowed |
| Medical Check-Up | Mandatory check-up in government-approved clinics / hospitals |
| Change of Principal | Transferable to next-of-kin among registered dependents |
| Renewal Terms | RM1,500 / USD334 for principal and dependents, renewable every 5 years |
Comparison with other categories
Here’s how the Silver Pass stacks up against other MM2H categories:
| Feature | Platinum | Gold | Silver |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed Deposit | USD 1 million | USD 500,000 | USD 150,000 |
| Participation Fee | RM200,000 | RM3,000 | RM1,000 |
| Residence Purchase | RM2 million | RM1 million | RM600,000 |
| Validity Period | 20 years | 15 years | 5 years |
| Do Business | Allowed | Not allowed | Not allowed |
| Work | Allowed | Not allowed | Not allowed |
| Hire Foreign Maid | Allowed | Not allowed | Not allowed |
In exchange for the shortest validity period, Silver MM2H Passes have the most relaxed financial requirements, making it accessible to a broader audience including younger digital nomads.
However, for those who can afford it, the MM2H Gold Pass probably offers better value, while the Platinum Pass comes with automatic allowances to work and hire maids, making it a very plug-and-play option.
Application steps and wait time
The MM2H program is regulated by the Malaysian government and applications must be done via approved agents.
The process typically takes around two to three months and consists of the following steps:
- Consultation: Meet an agent to discuss your needs.
- Agreement & Downpayment: Confirm your package, sign an agreement, and pay ~20% as a deposit.
- Document Preparation (1-2 months): Prepare, notarize, and certify necessary documents.
- Submission & Approval (2-3 months): The agent submits documents, and MOTAC reviews them.
- Conditional Approval: Pay the balance upon receiving the approval letter.
- Enter Malaysia: Within 3 months, complete a medical check-up, open a bank account, and secure insurance.
- Visa Endorsement: Obtain the MM2H visa. If buying property, a one-year visa is issued first, with 12 months to complete the purchase and receive the full pass.
Document checklist
These are documents to be submit to your MM2H agent:
- Copy of principal applicant’s passport
- Copy of principal dependent’s passport
- 4 copies of recent passport-size photos with blue background
- Resume of principal and principal dependent
- Proof of kinship:
- Spouse: Marriage certificate.
- Children: Birth certificate.
- Parents: Proof of relationship between the main applicant and parents, along with the parents’ marriage certificate.
- Parents-in-law: Proof of relationship between the spouse and parents, along with the parents-in-law’s marriage certificate.
- Certificate of proof of unmarried and unemployed status for dependents aged 21 to 34 years old.
- Certificate of Good Conduct (CGC) / Police Certificate / Certificate of Clearance for participants aged 18 years and above (principal & dependent)
- Any other relevant documents
NOTE: All copies must be certified true copies of original documents by the embassy, high commission, notary public, and commissioner of oaths registered in Malaysia and non-English documents require certified translations by qualified translators.
To read about the other categories, check out our full guide to MM2H Passes.
Otherwise, let’s get your application started!
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