Program Visa Premium Malaysia

No Age Limit

PVIP is open to applicants of all ages

No Minimum Stay Requirement

PVIP fully exempts the minimum stay requirement

No Mandatory Property Purchase

Property purchase is optional, not mandatory

Up to 20 years

Maximum residency period under both programmes

Key Advantages

Official Immigration Department of Malaysia Guidelines
Permitted to work, conduct legitimate business activities, and study in Malaysia
Spouse, children under 25 (or disabled children of any age), parents/parents-in-law, and one foreign domestic helper may accompany the applicant — (RM100,000 each)
Visa endorsement approval must reach 1 year before up to 50% of the fixed deposit may be withdrawn (for property / medical / education purposes; a recommendation letter is required first)
Property purchase is optional, not mandatory
Visa validity up to 20 years (5+5+5+5 years), with Multiple Entry Visa (MEV)
Main Applicant Participation Fee: RM200,000
Dependant Participation Fee: RM100,000 (RM50,000 for the 10-year plan)
Step-by-Step

Application Process

A simple 8-step guide to obtaining your PVIP residency.

1
Sign Agreement

Collect a RM10,000 deposit, sign the agreement

2
Prepare Application Documents

According to the checklist provided by the agent, prepare the required documents

3
Submit Application

After submission, the agent will follow up

4
Government process

The agent follows up with the government automatically. Approval time varies — as fast as 3 months.

5
Conditional Approval

The agent will notify you and handle the entire visa endorsement process

6
Complete Payment

Prepare to pay the final 80% balance

7
Medical & Insurance & Bank opening

Arrive Malaysia for above arrangement

8
Visa Endorsement

Obtain a 20-year visa

Checklist

PVIP Required Document Checklist

Comprehensive guide to essential basic and supplementary documentation.

Basic Documents
1 Letter of Authorisation from the Main Applicant to AP PVIP Malaysia
2 AP PVIP Malaysia Application Letter
3 AP PVIP Malaysia Representative ID Copy
4 Visit Pass Application Form (IMM.12)
5 Main Applicant / Dependant Passport Copy
6 Personal Resume: personal details, summary of work experience, post-approval plan, income summary
7 Certificate of Good Conduct / Police Clearance Certificate (in English or translated into English)
Main Applicant Supplementary Documents — Proof of Income
(a) Fixed income earners:

3 months' bank statements, 3 months' payslips, employer confirmation letter

(b) Non-fixed income earners:

12 months' bank statements, tax return (if applicable). Retirees require proof of RM5,000,000 in deposits

Dependant Supplementary Documents — Proof of Relationship
(a) Marriage certificate (spouse)
(b) Birth certificate (biological children)
(c) Custody documents / adoption certificate (stepchildren / adopted children)
(d) Main applicant / spouse birth certificate (for parent / parent-in-law applications)
*Original and translated copies must be provided

MM2H Platinum vs. PVIP

Both programmes offer up to 20 years of residency, but eligibility thresholds and lifestyle restrictions differ

PVIP Malaysia vs MM2H Platinum Comparison
Item PVIP Malaysia MM2H Platinum
Minimum Age No age limit 25 years old and above
Fixed Deposit RM 1,000,000 USD 1,000,000
Proof of Income RM40,000/month or RM480,000/year Not required
Main Applicant Fee RM 200,000 RM 200,000
Agency Fee RM 70,000 RM 70,000
Dependant Fee RM 100,000 (RM50,000 for the 10-year plan) Free
Property Purchase Optional Mandatory, minimum RM2,000,000, within 1 year
Min. Stay Requirement None, fully exempted 90 days per year
Fixed Deposit Withdrawal Up to 50% after 6 months (property/medical/education) Up to 50% after approval or property purchase
Eligible Dependants Spouse / children under 25 / parents / parents-in-law / domestic helper Spouse / children under 35 / parents / parents-in-law
Employment & Business Explicitly permitted Permitted (Platinum only)
Study Permit Explicitly permitted for main applicant and dependants Dependants may obtain via student visa
Application Channel Must apply through a JIM-registered PVIP agency Must apply through a MOTAC-licensed MM2H agency
Visa Validity Up to 20 years (5+5+5+5), Multiple Entry Visa 20 years (5+5+5+5), Multiple Entry Visa
PVIP

Best for PVIP: stable income or high net worth, values no minimum stay and freedom to do business

MM2H Platinum

Best for MM2H Platinum: prefers qualifying via deposit and property, with dependants free of charge