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Malaysia

Tropical lifestyle, territorial tax system, and one of Asia’s most established long-stay visa programs.

33M

Population

Kuala Lumpur

Capital

Malay, English

Language

MYR (Ringgit)

Currency

GMT+8

Timezone

0%

Foreign Income Tax

10 yrs

MM2H Visa Length

MYR 1M

Property from

Residency Programs

Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H)

MYR 1M fixed deposit (50+: MYR 500K)

Processing: 3–6 months

  • 10-year renewable visa
  • Bring spouse + children under 21
  • Purchase property from MYR 1M
  • Must stay 90 cumulative days/year

Labuan Company Setup

From USD 5,000 setup

Processing: 2–4 weeks

  • 3% flat tax on trading income
  • No tax on non-trading income
  • 100% foreign ownership allowed
  • Gateway to ASEAN markets

Digital Nomad Pass (DE Rantau)

From MYR 24,000/yr income proof

Processing: 2–4 weeks

  • 3–12 month renewable pass
  • Open to freelancers and remote workers
  • Access to co-working spaces
  • No local tax on foreign income

Tax Overview

Territorial tax system — foreign-sourced income not taxed

MM2H holders exempt from tax on overseas pensions

No inheritance tax or estate duty

Labuan entities: 3% flat tax or MYR 20K cap

Double tax treaties with 70+ countries

No capital gains tax (except real property gains tax on property)

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