| Can I apply for SMM2H but stay in West Peninsular of Malaysia? |
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| Yes, SMM2H holders are allowed to stay in places other than Sarawak, as long as they fulfil the minimum stay of 15 days per year in Sarawak. |
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| Does MM2H Visa holder considered as Permanent Resident in Malaysia? |
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| No. MM2H Visa is only a residential visa which allows holder to live in Malaysia for 10-years (renewable), and it does not change the nationality of the visa holder. |
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| After I have got my MM2H Visa, is there any restrictions in the period of stay or minimum days to stay in Malaysia? |
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| No. MM2H Visa holders can come in and out of Malaysia as many they want. However, each application/family has to fulfil a minimum stay of 90 days per year. |
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| When can I withdraw my fixed deposit? |
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| After a period of one year, the participant may withdraw half of his/her fixed deposit for approved expenses relating to house purchase, education for children in Malaysia and medical purposes OR when he/she decides to terminate his/her stay in Malaysia at the Home Ministry of Malaysia . |
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| Do kindergarten level children need Student Visas to attend kindergarten here? |
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| Yes, children studying in International School need Student Visa to stay in Malaysia. However dependents under MM2H programme will only need to apply for an additional Study Permit to study in International School. |
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| Can MM2H Visa holder get tax exemption for car purchase in Malaysia? |
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| Yes. But only approved MM2H holders under the new terms & conditions (year 2022 onwards) are entitled for the benefit. |
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| Do I need to pay tax for my offshore income in Malaysia? |
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| Overseas income is not taxable in Malaysia although it may be taxable in the country from which is it paid. Some MM2H Visa holder have managed to obtain exemption from their home country taxes on the basis of taking up residence in Malaysia. Any income earned in Malaysia is taxable in Malaysia. |
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