SARAWAK SMM2H GUIDE

Sarawak MM2H
Requirements and Application

Programme Guidelines

Eligibility & Financial Criteria

Eligibility

Sarawak MM2H Eligibility at a Glance

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Minimum Age

The main applicant must be at least 30 years old.

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Pass Duration

The SMM2H Social Visit Pass is issued for 5 years and may be extended for another 5 years, subject to the prevailing requirements.

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Dependents

Eligible dependents may include:

  • Spouse
  • Biological parents
  • Eligible children or stepchildren under 21 years old
  • Children with disabilities, subject to supporting evidence
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Annual Stay

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.

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Medical Examination and Insurance

Applicants and dependents must complete the prescribed medical examination in Sarawak.

Medical insurance is required for applicants and dependents below 70 years old.

Financial Criteria

Sarawak MM2H Fixed Deposit and Financial Proof

Applicants must meet both financial requirements.

Mandatory Fixed Deposit

RM500,000

The fixed deposit must be placed with an eligible bank in Sarawak.

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Financial Evidence

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.

Fixed-Deposit Withdrawal

Beginning from the second year, participants may apply to withdraw up to 50% of the fixed deposit for approved expenses in Sarawak:

  • Residential property
  • Vehicle purchase
  • Medical treatment
  • Children’s education
Prior written approval is required. At least RM250,000 must remain in the fixed-deposit account while the applicant continues under the programme.

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Important SMM2H Conditions

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Property Purchase

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.

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Housing Loans and Mortgages

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.

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Children’s Education

Dependent children may study in Sarawak, subject to admission requirements and the necessary Student Pass or government approval.

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Employment and Business

The SMM2H pass does not provide unrestricted employment rights. Any permitted professional work or business participation requires the applicable government approval.

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Permanent Residency

Sarawak MM2H is a long-term Social Visit Pass. It does not provide permanent residency or Malaysian citizenship.

APPLICATION PROCESS

How to Apply for Sarawak MM2H

01

Consultation

We begin by understanding your circumstances, intended dependents and plans for applying under SMM2H.

02

Assessment

ARAMAZ reviews your age, financial evidence, dependent eligibility and other relevant requirements before the application begins.

03

Appointment & Planning

The professional services, responsibilities, fees and application process are confirmed in writing.

04

Documents and Preparation

We guide you through the required documents and arrangements, which may include:

Passport and identity documents
Letter of Good Conduct
Marriage and birth certificates
Financial evidence
Fixed-deposit arrangements
Medical examination and insurance
Certified copies and translations
Sponsor and security-bond documents
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Submission, Approval and Endorsement

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.

Processing Time: Processing time will depend on application completeness, individual circumstances and government assessment.

Fees

Request the Complete SMM2H Fee Structure

Fees & Costs

Understanding the Cost of Applying

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 complete fee structure provides an itemised explanation of:

Professional service fees
Government and immigration charges
Main applicant and dependent fees
Security or personal bond
Medical examination and insurance
Certification, notarisation or translation
Passport endorsement
Other applicable third-party expenses
Programme Requirement
RM500,000
Fixed Deposit

The RM500,000 fixed deposit is a programme financial requirement and is separate from application fees.

This amount should not be interpreted as part of ARAMAZ's professional service fee or the normal government processing charges associated with the application.

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