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MM2H, work permits, visa, bank account, property

Autogate Access for Foreigners at KLIA

Guide to registering and clearing immigration using the automated gate (Autogate) system at KLIA for eligible foreign passports.

Buying Property as a Foreigner

Guide to state-specific minimum price thresholds, state authority approvals, and purchase steps for foreign property buyers in Malaysia.

Digital Nomad Visa (DE Rantau Pass)

Guide to applying for the DE Rantau Nomad Pass managed by MDEC for foreign digital nomads and IT professionals.

Employment Pass (EP) Category I, II & III

Overview of the Employment Pass (EP) categories for expatriate workers in Malaysia and application procedures via ESD.

Foreigner Driving License Conversion

Guide for expatriates converting their native country's driving license to a Malaysian competent driving license (CDL) at JPJ.

Foreigner Student Pass Visa Application Guidelines

International students can apply for a Student Pass Visa to study in Malaysia, with eligibility based on enrollment in a full-time academic course at a registered Malaysian higher education institution.

Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC)

Step-by-step guide to filling out the compulsory Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) for foreigners prior to entry.

Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) Application

Complete guide to applying for the Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) long-term residency program, financial thresholds, and security checks.

Malaysia Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS)

Guide for short-term foreign tourists seeking sales tax refunds on goods purchased in Malaysia upon departure at international airports.

Malaysian eVisa Online Application

Foreign tourists and social visitors can apply for a Malaysian eVisa online through the official Immigration Department visa portal.

Opening a Bank Account as a Foreigner in Malaysia

Guidelines for foreign expatriates and students to open a personal bank account in Malaysia, including required documents and procedures.

Professional Visit Pass (PVP) Application Guide

A temporary work pass for foreign experts to provide professional services in Malaysia for up to 12 months.

Residence Pass-Talent (RP-T) 10-Year Renewable Visa

A 10-year renewable visa for highly skilled expatriates in Malaysia, allowing freedom to change jobs without visa re-application.

Tourist Visa-on-Arrival (VOA)

Eligibility criteria, fees, and application procedures for the tourist Visa-on-Arrival (VOA) at entry checkpoints.