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SMM2H Programme

The SMM2H Programme

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Property Purchase
Not Required
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Fixed Deposit
RM 500,000
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Minimum Stay
30 Days/Year
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Duration
10 Years
PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

What Is SMM2H?

SMM2H stands for Sarawak Malaysia My Second Home. It is a long-term residency visa that lets you live in Sarawak and travel freely in and out of Malaysia. The programme is managed entirely by the Sarawak Government.

KEY BENEFIT
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NO Property Purchase Required
LOW COMMITMENT
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30 Days/Year Stay
ELIGIBILITY

Am I Eligible?

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NATIONALITY

Open to All Countries

All nationalities are welcome, except North Korea and Israel.

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AGE REQUIREMENT
30

Years old and above (No upper limit)

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FINANCIAL PROOF

Fixed Deposit

RM 500,000 Fixed Deposit

You must place of RM 500,000 in a Fixed Deposit account at a local Sarawak bank.

Proof of Finances

OPTION A
Fixed Deposit + Monthly Income
+ Monthly Income
IndividualRM 10,000/mo
With dependantsRM 15,000/mo

Income includes salary, commission, retirement fund, pension, offshore income, etc.

OR
OPTION B
Fixed Deposit + Savings Fund
Proof of Account's Fund
IndividualRM 100,000
With dependantsRM 200,000

FAMILY

Bring Your Family Along

The SMM2H programme allows you to bring along dependants to reside in Sarawak long-term.

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Spouse

Your spouse will receive the same pass as the main applicant.

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Children

Unmarried children below the age of 21 are eligible.

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Parents

Eligible to apply as dependents of the main applicant.

AFTER APPROVAL

Key Terms After Approval

Once you have obtained your pass, there are a few simple rules to keep it active.

✓Requirements

✓Stay in Sarawak for at least 30 days every year

✗Restrictions

✗No full-time employment in Malaysia
Part-time work: Up to 20 hours/week is allowed in approved sectors (Education, Banking/Securities, Manufacturing, and Medical). You must apply to the government for a work permit.
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Property Purchase in Sarawak

SMM2H pass holders can purchase property in Sarawak, subject to the Land Code (Amendment)(No.2) Order 1998.

Kuching Division
RM 600,000 & Above
Minimum property value
Other Divisions
RM 500,000 & Above
Minimum property value

After 1 year in the programme, visa holders may withdraw up to 50% of their Fixed Deposit for a property purchase, car purchase, medical expenses, or children's education in Sarawak.

QUESTIONS?

Have More Questions?

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