*Requirements*

Government Participants Fee

Proof of Foreign Income

Withdrawal of Fixed Deposit

Processing Time

Fixed Deposit Requirement

Family Dependents

PVIP Application Procedure

01
Appointment

Appointment

Contact PVIP2U | JDH consultancy for a preliminary consultation.

02

Pre-Screen

Pre-screening income documentation.

Pre-Screen
03
Pre-Submission Payment

Pre-Submission Payment

Client agreement signed and deposit paid.

04

Submission

Submit PVIP Application estimated approval time: 3-4 months.

Submission
05
Pre-Approval Stage

Pre-Approval Stage

RM1 million fixed deposit placement, medical check-up, and medical insurance.

06

Final Approval/Visa Collection

PVIP VISA endorsement.

Final Approval/Visa Collection

Comparison PVIP and MM2H

 PREMIUM VISA PROGRAMME (PVIP)MY SECOND HOME (MM2H)
  PLATINUMGOLDSILVERECONOMIC / FINANCIAL
Fixed Deposit1 Million4.4 Million MYR2.2 Million MYR660,000 MYRA. 286,000 MYR
21-49 Years Old
B. 141,000 MYR
50 Years Old & Above
After approval, up to 50% can be withdrawn for purposes such as purchasing property, education, health and travel activities in Malaysia
Participant FeeMain Applicant: 200,000 MYR
Dependant: 100,000 MYR
200,000 MYR3,000 MYR1,000 MYR1,000 MYR
Home PurchaseNot requiredThe minimum property value is 2 Million MYR or aboveThe minimum property value is 1 Million MYR or aboveThe minimum property value is 600,000 MYR or aboveProperty Price Requirements Set by Each State in Malaysia
Validity Period20 Years
(5+5+5+5)
20 Years
(5+5+5+5)
20 Years
(15+5)
5 Years10 Years
Monthly Income Proof40,000 MYRNot required
AgeAll Age25 Years Old & Above21 Years Old
& Above
Annual ComplianceNone90 Days Yearly
Business ActivityAllowAllowNot Allow
Employment OpportunitiesAllowAllowNot Allow
Pass Renewal2,000 MYR Yearly5,000 MYR3,000 MYR1,500 MYR300 MYR
Health Check-UpRequiredAfter MM2H approval, applicants must undergo a health check at a
clinic/hospital designated by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture
Pass RenewalParticipants are allowed to bring their own dependents:
i. Spouse (wife / husband)
ii. Biological children/stepchildren/adopted children under 25, children between 25 and 34 must be unmarried and not employed in Malaysia
iii. Disabled children (no age limit) certified by a medical
iv. Parent and/or parent-in-law
v. Foreign domestic helper (only for PVIP and MM2H-PLATINUM categories)

**Eligibility requirements and processing times are set by the Malaysian government and may change. This information is for reference only.

Frequently Asked
Questions

Q1. What is the Malaysia Premium Visa Programme (PVIP)?

PVIP Malaysia is a long- term residency visa that enables investors, entreprenuers, and foreign talents to live and work or study in Malaysia for up to 20 years.

Visa holder can work in any company in Malaysia without applying an extra employment pass, no limitation as long as it obeys Malaysia’s law.

Open to all age group.

Yes, there will be an extension for applicants until they get approval or rejection.

PVIP approval is for 20 years and is given through the 5+5+5+5year method, subject to the validity of the passports. The official will conduct an interview every 5 years, and there are no additional payments for renewal.

Q1. What are the financial criteria?

1. To provide bank statement(s) showing proof of having an offshore income of at least RM 40,000 monthly, or RM 480,000 annually.
2. To have a fixed deposit account of RM 1,000,000 with no withdrawals allowed on the principal in the first year.
3. To pay the participation fees of RM 200,000 for the Principal Applicant and RM 100,000 for each dependant upon application submission

Withdrawal of 50% from the fixed deposit after one (1) year is allowed with a letter of recommendation from the Immigration Department for the purpose of real estate investment, medical and educational expenses only.

Cannot, the RM 1 million must be placed as fixed deposit in the bank with no withdrawal allowed for the first year. However, you can withdraw RM 500,000 after a year, it could only be used for medical, education and purchasing real estate purposes. Interest issued by bank are allowed to withdraw for daily use.

Q1. How do I submit my application?

All applications MUST go through an appointed PVIP agent registered with IDM.

Yes. Applications can only be process by an appointed PVIP agent who is registered with IDM. A list of appointed authorised agents is published on the IDM website.

Yes. The Immigration Department accepts the Certificate of Good Conduct issued by the Minis try of Foreign Affairs Malaysia for those who have resided in Malaysia for one (1) year and beyond. Kindly contact them via https://www.kln.gov.my/

No, only must provide a letter of good conduct from the country that you are currently residing in.

No, you won’t lose your citizenship as this is a visa instead of citizenship application.

Q1. What is the definition of dependant(s)?
Dependant(s) are as follows, and the pass is issued to the person who is related to the Principal Applicant:
· Spouse(s) of Principal Applicant;
· Child(ren) below 25 years old (biological / stepchild / legally adopted) of the Principal Applicant;
· Disabled Child(ren) regardless of age (provision of a letter of confirmation from a medic al specialist / general practitioner);
· Parent(s) and in-law(s) of the Princip al Applicant.

Principal PVIP pass holders are allowed to bring in one domestic helper from the country of origin subject to existing foreign domestic helper regulations.

Yes, everyone enjoys same benefits.

Yes, visa holders can study in Malaysia without age limitation and applying an extra student pass.

They could top up RM100k participation fee to become a new Principal if the y wished to continue using PVIP visa.

Q1. Can I register company in Malaysia?

Yes, visa holders allowed to register 100% foreign-owned company in Malaysia.

Yes, visa holders allowed to hire themselves as company director instead of hiring local director.

Company tax rate will range in between 17% – 24%

Income generated outside of Malaysia will no t be taxed, as Malaysia had double tax agreement (DTA) with multiple countries to avoid double taxation.

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