The main applicant must be at least 30 years old.
The SMM2H Social Visit Pass is issued for 5 years and may be extended for another 5 years, subject to the prevailing requirements.
Eligible dependents may include:
The main applicant and spouse must each spend at least 30 cumulative days per year in Sarawak.
The days do not need to be consecutive. Children and parents included as dependents are not subject to this requirement.
Applicants and dependents must complete the prescribed medical examination in Sarawak.
Medical insurance is required for applicants and dependents below 70 years old.
Applicants must meet both financial requirements.
The fixed deposit must be placed with an eligible bank in Sarawak.
Applicants must provide one of the following:
| Financial evidence | Individual | With dependents |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly pension or offshore income | RM10,000 | RM15,000 |
| Qualifying savings | RM100,000 | RM200,000 |
The savings option is subject to assessment and approval.
Beginning from the second year, participants may apply to withdraw up to 50% of the fixed deposit for approved expenses in Sarawak:
Purchasing property is not a requirement of the Sarawak MM2H Programme.
Any intended purchase is subject to the prevailing Sarawak Government regulations governing foreign property purchasers in Sarawak.
Some banks in Sarawak offer housing loans or mortgage facilities to SMM2H participants.
Financing is subject to financial evidence, the property involved, the bank’s lending criteria and final approval by the individual bank.
Dependent children may study in Sarawak, subject to admission requirements and the necessary Student Pass or government approval.
The SMM2H pass does not provide unrestricted employment rights. Any permitted professional work or business participation requires the applicable government approval.
Sarawak MM2H is a long-term Social Visit Pass. It does not provide permanent residency or Malaysian citizenship.
We begin by understanding your circumstances, intended dependents and plans for applying under SMM2H.
ARAMAZ reviews your age, financial evidence, dependent eligibility and other relevant requirements before the application begins.
The professional services, responsibilities, fees and application process are confirmed in writing.
We guide you through the required documents and arrangements, which may include:
The completed application is submitted through the applicable government process.
Following conditional approval, the remaining requirements must be completed before the SMM2H pass can be endorsed in the applicant’s passport.
The cost of applying involves more than a single government processing charge. The total depends on the number of applicants, required documents and individual circumstances.
The RM500,000 fixed deposit is a programme financial requirement and is separate from application fees.
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