Visas
Discover and learn about the three important types of visas and requirements for visiting, working, and retiring in Malaysia.

So, you’ve finally made the decision to come to Malaysia. The most important thing you need to come here is a visa. It is important to learn about the different types of visas available for you to come to Malaysia.

If you are coming to Malaysia to work, then you will need a work permit visa, or an employment pass. This work permit means you are coming to Malaysia to work for one specific Malaysian company. If, after a while, you decide to change companies, you will need to follow certain procedures to apply for another work permit. 

If you are coming to Malaysia for a holiday (good choice) or to visit your family and friends, you will need to apply for a Holiday/Social Visit Visas in Malaysia. But, if you are planning on retiring in Malaysia, then you should consider the Malaysia My Second Home Visa Programme.  We have all the information you need to learn more about the different kinds of visas in Malaysia.

Expat Go Malaysia is a website dedicated in providing crucial information for expats living here, and for those who are considering coming here. This is why it is important to peruse our website for the information you need.

At the end of this page, we’ve compiled a list of key articles to help with your move to Malaysia.

Here are some other helpful resources about Malaysia too:

  • Expat Forum: This is an active forum where you can ask and discuss with resident expats and other pre-arrival expats. Visit here.
  • “Living in Malaysia” section: This section of the website has essential information about living in Malaysia. Visit here.
  • “Moving to Malaysia” section: This section of the website has essential articles and resources to help you with your relocation to this fascinating country. Visit here.
  • “About Malaysia” section: This section of the website gives you essential facts about Malaysia. Visit here.
  • Useful Contacts” section:  This section of the website gives you a list of important contacts in Malaysia. Visit here.
  • The Expat Group: The Expat Group is our parent company, which provides information and support to the international community moving, visiting, or living in Malaysia.  Visit here.
Visitors to Malaysia, whether on business or leisure, do not usually need a visa. Those from developed countries will usually receive permission to stay for up to three months when they arrive in Malaysia. (Visa requirements by country as at February 2012 )
Foreign nationals wishing to retire in Malaysia can apply for a Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) visa. This is a renewable ten year visa which allows the visa holder to come and go freely and take up residence here in Malaysia.
How to acquire a permanent resident status in Malaysia and the eligible steps needed to acquire it.
The Residence Pass in Malaysia is a fairly new visa option from the Malaysian Government that allows foreigners to work and live in Malaysia for up to 10 years.
All foreigners wishing to live and work in Malaysia need an employment pass.
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