01 / PVIP
What PVIP gives you.
Up to 20 years
A long-term pass that lets you enter and leave Malaysia as often as you like, subject to passport validity and endorsement conditions.
Minimum days of stay
A flexible base, without an annual minimum stay requirement.
And business flexibility
You may work, run a legal business, invest in permitted activities and study in Malaysia, subject to Malaysian law.
Applicant age
No minimum or maximum age requirement for the principal applicant.
02 / PVIP
PVIP vs MM2H Platinum.
Both offer long-term residence with work rights. PVIP offers up to 20 years and assesses financial eligibility; MM2H Platinum requires a larger deposit and a home purchase. Individual pass validity remains subject to passport and approval conditions.
| Requirement | PVIP | MM2H Platinum |
|---|---|---|
| Fixed deposit | RM1,000,000 | USD1,000,000 |
| Income test | RM40,000 a month or RM480,000 a year; onshore and offshore income accepted under the official FAQ | None |
| Home purchase | Optional | Required, from RM2,000,000 |
| Minimum age | None | 25 |
| Minimum stay | None | 90 days a year (under 50) |
| Participation fee | RM200,000 for the main applicant; RM100,000 per dependant for 20 years, or RM50,000 for the 10-year dependant option | RM200,000 for the main applicant; no dependant participation fee (other fees apply) |
| Pass length | Up to 20 years; 10-year dependant option available | 20-year programme term, subject to passport validity |
| Yearly pass fee | RM2,000 per person | RM500 per person |
| Children as dependants | Under 25; disabled children of any age, with medical confirmation | Under 21; ages 21–34 if unmarried and not working in Malaysia; disabled children of any age, with medical confirmation |
| Work in Malaysia | Allowed | Allowed |
Sources: Immigration Department of Malaysia, PVIP FAQ; official MM2H guidance for Platinum. Checked 4 November 2026. The PVIP FAQ also lists net worth of at least RM1,000,000,000 as an alternative financial criterion; we confirm the evidence and eligibility with the authorised agency. RM means Malaysian ringgit, the local currency. Government approval and individual conditions apply.
03 / PVIP
PVIP requirements.
- Proven income: RM40,000 a month or RM480,000 a year, supported by the latest 3 months of bank statements. The official FAQ includes onshore and offshore income; the authorised agency confirms which evidence is accepted for your case.
- Fixed deposit: RM1,000,000 at a licensed Malaysian bank. After 6 months from your first PVIP endorsement, up to 50% may be withdrawn for property, medical or education costs, with a recommendation letter from the Immigration Department.
- Participation fee: RM200,000 for the main applicant. Dependants: RM100,000 for 20 years, or RM50,000 under the 10-year option, subject to approval.
- Dependants: Spouse, children under 25, disabled children of any age with medical confirmation, parents and parents-in-law. A domestic helper from your home country may also accompany you, subject to the applicable rules.
- Other government charges: RM2,000 per person per year for the pass, a visa fee based on nationality, and a security bond or bank guarantee of RM200 to RM2,000 based on nationality. We confirm the amount and release conditions before payment.
- Documents: Passport, bank-certified income statements and completed forms. We send a checklist.
04 / PVIP
How much does PVIP cost?
The deposit stays yours. The participation fee is the main government cost.
Stays yours
Fixed deposit
RM1,000,000 in your name at a Malaysian bank, earning interest. After 6 months from first endorsement, up to 50% may be withdrawn for property, medical or education costs with the Immigration Department’s recommendation letter.
Government fees
Participation fee
RM200,000 for you. Each dependant pays RM100,000 for the 20-year option or RM50,000 for the 10-year option, subject to approval. The main applicant’s RM2,000 initial participation payment is part of the RM200,000 total, not an additional charge.
Separately, budget RM2,000 per person per year for the pass, plus nationality-based visa and security-bond charges.
Our service fee
Quoted in writing
One clear figure, agreed before we start.
05 / PVIP
How to apply for PVIP in 5 steps.
PVIP applications must be filed through an agency authorised by Malaysia’s Immigration Department. Our MM2H licence from MOTAC (Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, which runs MM2H) does not cover PVIP. We prepare your case and coordinate filing through an authorised PVIP agency.
- 01 Free consultation We compare PVIP and MM2H against your plans and explain the recommended route.
- 02 Prepare documents Income proof, passport and bank-certified statements.
- 03 Submit and review An Immigration-authorised PVIP agency files the application, with coordinated follow-up.
- 04 Approval Complete the participation-fee balance and place your RM1m deposit in line with the approval letter.
- 05 Pass placed in your passport Complete the endorsement requirements and deadline stated in your approval letter. The official FAQ specifies endorsement within 6 months for the dependant applications it describes.
06 / PVIP
Your PVIP, handled end to end
Honest advice on PVIP versus MM2H Platinum, then one consultant through to endorsement.
- PVIP vs MM2H assessment
- Income proof review
- Document checklist and review
- Filing and follow-up through an authorised PVIP agency
- Participation fee guidance
- Bank and fixed deposit setup
- Pass endorsement coordination
- Renewal reminders
07 / PVIP
PVIP questions, answered plainly.
Can I work in Malaysia on PVIP?
Yes. PVIP holders may work, run a legal business, invest in permitted activities and study in Malaysia, subject to the applicable laws and approval conditions.
Do I need to live in Malaysia on PVIP?
No. There is no minimum stay requirement.
Is there an age limit for PVIP?
No. PVIP is open to applicants of any age.
Do I need to buy property for PVIP?
No. Property is optional.
Can I withdraw my PVIP fixed deposit?
Yes. After 6 months from your first PVIP endorsement, up to 50% may be withdrawn for property, medical or education costs. You need a recommendation letter from the Immigration Department.
Should I choose PVIP or MM2H?
PVIP suits high income and the need to work. MM2H suits capital-rich applicants who plan to buy a home anyway.
THE DETAIL BEHIND THE NUMBERS
Sources & planning notes.
Programme conditions, professional fees and approval requirements are confirmed for your individual case before you commit.
- Immigration Department — PVIP FAQ
- MOTAC — MM2H Platinum requirements
- MOTAC — MM2H dependant eligibility
- MOTAC — MM2H programme and pass fees
Official sources checked 4 November 2026. Final approval and conditions are decided by the Malaysian government. The current Immigration FAQ states 6 months from first endorsement for approved deposit withdrawals; older summaries may differ. The authorised PVIP agency confirms the current checklist, fees and endorsement conditions for your application.
