Your Gateway to 20-Year Residency with Work Rights and No Minimum Stay
Malaysia's Premium Visa Investment Programme (PVIP) is a "Residency by Investment" initiative launched in October 2022.
PVIP is Malaysia's premium residency programme offering 20-year renewable visas to wealthy global investors, entrepreneurs, and top talent who want to live, work, and invest in Malaysia with complete flexibility. Unlike traditional retirement visas, PVIP allows you to remain economically active with full work rights and no minimum stay requirements.
The Premium Visa Investment Programme is specifically designed to attract high-net-worth individuals who seek:
Discover why Malaysia's PVIP is the preferred choice for global investors and entrepreneurs
Receive a visa valid for 20 years (issued in 5-year intervals), renewable for another 20 years. Enjoy long-term stability and planning certainty.
Work freely, run businesses, and act as a company director without additional permits. Remain economically active and pursue opportunities.
Zero requirement to spend any specific number of days in Malaysia per year. Come and go as you please with complete flexibility.
Bring your spouse, children (under 21), parents, parents-in-law, and even one domestic helper under your visa.
You and your dependents can study at international schools and universities throughout Malaysia.
Purchase real estate in Malaysia (subject to state-level price floors for foreigners), building your asset portfolio.
Clear, straightforward criteria for PVIP application
All ages and nationalities (except countries without diplomatic relations with Malaysia) can apply for PVIP. You need a clean police record, financial capacity, and must apply through an authorized agent.
Open to all ages - no minimum or maximum age requirement. Perfect for young entrepreneurs and seasoned investors alike.
Open to citizens of all countries except those with no diplomatic relations with Malaysia (e.g., Israel).
Platinum Tier: RM 5,000,000 (≈ USD 1.1M) fixed deposit
Gold Tier: RM 2,000,000 (≈ USD 440K) fixed deposit in approved Malaysian banks
Letter of Good Conduct (police clearance) from your home country proving clean criminal record.
Applications typically take 3 to 4 months for approval when submitted correctly.
Applications must be submitted through an authorized PVIP agent appointed by Malaysia's Immigration Department.
Understanding the differences between Malaysia's two premium residency programmes
PVIP is designed for economically active individuals who want to work and invest, while MM2H Platinum is traditionally more suited for retirees and lifestyle residents, though the 2024 updates have narrowed this gap.
| Feature | PVIP | MM2H Platinum |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Purpose | Work, business, investment | Retirement, lifestyle |
| Visa Duration | 20 years (renewable) | 15-20 years |
| Work Rights | ✓ Full work rights included | ✓ Limited (2024 update) |
| Minimum Stay | None (0 days) | 90 days per year |
| Fixed Deposit | RM 2M - 5M | RM 5M |
| Age Requirement | No minimum | No minimum |
| Family Inclusion | ✓ Extensive | ✓ Extensive |
Get answers to common questions about Malaysia's PVIP
PVIP is designed for economically active individuals who want to work, invest, and run businesses in Malaysia with no minimum stay requirement. MM2H is traditionally more for retirees and lifestyle residents, though the Platinum tier now also allows limited work rights. PVIP offers more flexibility for business-minded applicants.
Yes! PVIP allows you to include your spouse, children under 21, parents, parents-in-law, and one domestic helper. All family members receive the same 20-year residency benefits.
No. PVIP has zero minimum stay requirements. You can spend as much or as little time in Malaysia as you wish while maintaining your residency status.
PVIP has two tiers: Platinum requires RM 5,000,000 (≈ USD 1.1M) fixed deposit, and Gold requires RM 2,000,000 (≈ USD 440K) fixed deposit in approved Malaysian banks. These deposits must be maintained throughout the visa period.
Yes! PVIP grants full work rights. You can work as an employee, run your own business, or act as a company director without needing additional work permits or approvals.
The PVIP application process typically takes 3 to 4 months from submission to approval, provided all documentation is complete and accurate. Applications must be submitted through an authorized PVIP agent.
Yes, PVIP holders can purchase real estate in Malaysia. However, you must comply with state-level minimum price requirements for foreign buyers, which vary by location (typically RM 1-2 million depending on the state).
Yes! The PVIP visa is renewable for another 20 years after the initial period, giving you a potential total of 40 years of residency in Malaysia, subject to continued compliance with programme requirements.
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