Sarawak has had its own MM2H visa for many years. As the requirements for the West Malaysia option have become more difficult many people opted for this visa. Initially visa holders could live in West Malaysia but more recently they are being told they are not permitted to reside outside of Sarawak.
Here are some key requirements for the visa (note extra requirements for younger applicants)
50 years old and above – see below for younger applicants.
- Single: RM50,000 and above.
- Couple/Family: RM100,000 and above.
- Single: RM7,000 and above.
- Couple/Family: RM10,000 and above.
- Single: RM150,000
- Couple/Family: RM300,000
At least a cumulative stay of 30 days in Sarawak within a year.
Not allowed – Only work remotely for a foreign entity.
- Maximum up to 40% after 2 years of first endorsement.
- Purchase property, car deposit, education for children or medical expenses only.
10 years
Age 40 – 49
- As above but must buy a property in Sarawak of RM600,000 or above
Age 30 – 39
- As above but must either:
- Buy a property in Sarawak of RM600,000 or above OR
- Have children being educated in Sarawak between the ages of 7 and 18