Incentives · Special Zone MM2H
Forest City's dedicated MM2H tier offers a 10-year long-term visa with property purchases from RM500,000, providing an accessible pathway to long-term residence in Malaysia.
Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) is a long-term residence visa programme introduced by the Malaysian government in 2002 for foreign nationals wishing to live, invest or holiday in Malaysia for extended periods.
Unlike a short-term tourist visa, approval provides a renewable long-term stay of between five and 20 years. Spouses, children, parents and other eligible family members may apply alongside the main applicant.
MM2H holders may enter and leave Malaysia freely, buy a home, enrol children in international schools and access local healthcare — establishing a second home without giving up their original citizenship.
From 2024, the national MM2H programme introduced Silver, Gold and Platinum tiers, with higher overall entry requirements. Forest City's Special Financial Zone designation secured a dedicated tier with a lower fixed-deposit threshold and a longer visa period. Compared with the national entry-level Silver tier, its deposit requirement is approximately half as much and its visa period twice as long, making it an accessible route to long-term residence.
National tiers offer longer visa periods for larger deposits. Forest City's dedicated tier offers a 10-year visa at the lowest deposit threshold, particularly suited to families seeking long-term residence at a lower initial cost.
| Tier | Fixed Deposit | Minimum Property Purchase | Visa Duration | Application Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver | US$150,000 | RM600,000 | 5 years (renewable) | RM1,000 |
| Gold | US$500,000 | RM1,000,000 | 15 years | RM3,000 |
| Platinum | US$1,000,000 | RM2,000,000 | 20 years | RM200,000 |
| Forest City SFZ | US$65,000 (age 50+: US$32,000) | RM500,000 (Forest City only) | 10 years (5 + 5) | RM1,000 |
Foreign property buyers in Malaysia generally face minimum purchase thresholds, typically around RM1 million, with variations by state. MM2H holders may buy at a lower threshold. The required fixed deposit can earn annual interest above 3%, and up to 50% may be withdrawn after one year of approval for property, education or healthcare — allowing qualifying funds to remain useful to the family.
Malaysia lies at ASEAN's heart beside Singapore, within reach of China and India, with flights of 2–6 hours covering ASEAN and much of APEC. In 2025 its GDP per capita ranked third in Southeast Asia after Singapore and Brunei. Malaysia rose 11 places to 23rd in the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking 2025, its best performance since 2020.
A Commonwealth education tradition and a strong Chinese- and English-speaking environment support numerous international schools. Curricula connect with leading Western universities at relatively affordable fees, offering an international education and a pathway to top institutions overseas.
Many public and private hospitals hold Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation. Paediatrics, oncology, gynaecology and cardiology are particular strengths, with overall costs more accessible than in developed markets.
Malaysia's multicultural society widely uses English, Malay and Chinese, with a substantial Chinese community. Temperatures of 23–31°C throughout the year, a pleasant environment and relatively low living costs make it attractive for long stays. Malaysia ranked seventh in International Living's 2025 Global Retirement Index, one of only two Southeast Asian countries in the top ten, and remained among the top ten in InterNations' Expat Insider 2025 ranking.
The Forest City SFZ offers a dedicated 10-year MM2H visa, with property purchases from RM500,000 and fixed deposits from approximately RM150,000. Compared with the national Silver tier, the deposit threshold is around half as much and the visa duration twice as long.
Valid for 10 years, with renewal every five years
Ages 21–49: approximately US$65,000 (RM300,000); age 50 and above: approximately US$32,000 (RM150,000).
After approval, up to 50% may be withdrawn for property, education, healthcare or domestic tourism in Malaysia.
Minimum RM500,000. A new property must be purchased directly from the developer; resale homes do not qualify. The property must be held for at least 10 years. If sold under permitted conditions, a higher-value replacement property must be purchased.
Agency fee: RM40,000; application fee: RM1,000.
Renew every five years (10 years = 5 + 5).
Main applicants aged 21–49 must spend at least 90 days per year in Malaysia; family members' days may be combined within the same year. Applicants aged 50 and above have no minimum stay requirement.
Spouse; children under 21; children with disabilities of any age; unmarried or unemployed children aged 21–34; parents over 60; and parents-in-law over 60.
Transfer or change is permitted.