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Sarawak-Malaysia My Second Home (S-MM2H) Visa Application Guide

サラワク州MM2Hビザ(S-MM2H)申請サポート

 

* Notice of Changes to Medical Insurance Requirements

For all new applications submitted from 1 September, 2026 onwards, the medical insurance requirements have been updated as follows:

  • Applicants aged 70 and below: Required to obtain medical insurance from one of the government-appointed panel insurance companies.
  • Applicants aged 71 and above: Required to obtain medical insurance from either one of the government-appointed panel insurers or an overseas insurance provider.

* Note: If you are unable to obtain insurance due to age, the insurance requirement will be waived upon submission of a Rejection Letter issued by the insurance company.

※Click below for Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) Programme by Government of Malaysia.

» Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) Visa Application Guide

S-MM2H Programme Overview

Sarawak, the largest state in Malaysia, is located on Borneo Island, in a region commonly referred to as East Malaysia.

Sarawak is a self-governing state within Malaysia, including control over its own immigration policies, even with respect to Malaysian nationals.

Travelers from Peninsular Malaysia need to take a flight to enter Sarawak.

You can reach Sarawak via the following air routes:

  • - From Kuala Lumpur : Approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes by domestic flight
  • - From Singapore : Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes by international flight

The capital city, Kuching, is the largest city in Sarawak and is popularly known as the “City of Cats.” The city lives up to its nickname by fully embracing cat culture in every aspect.

The S-MM2H is a Sarawak state-supported programme that allows foreigners who meet specific criteria to reside in Sarawak with a multiple-entry social visit pass. It differs from the MM2H programme introduced by the central government of Malaysia.

However, when the central government of Malaysia froze the MM2H programme in July 2020, the S-MM2H programme gained attention because Sarawak continued to accept new applications.

Both the S-MM2H and MM2H visas are long-term visit passes designed to facilitate extended stays in Malaysia. However, there are some differences in the application process and terms and conditions.

Kuching Sarawak

S-MM2H Incentives and Benefits

  1. Residency Options Under S-MM2H

    Holders of the S-MM2H visa are permitted to reside anywhere in Malaysia except Sabah.
    (Under the MM2H visa, long-term stay is permitted only in Peninsular Malaysia.)
    *Since November 2022, a clause has been included in the approval letter stating that "allowed to travel to West Malaysia EXCEPT to reside in West Malaysia". As of November 2025, this restriction has not yet been enforced in the visa endorsement process (meaning that residing in West Malaysia is still possible). However, please note that these conditions may be subject to change depending on future policy updates.

  2. Eligibility for Family Members

    The main applicant may be accompanied by a spouse, unmarried children under the age of 21, parents (excluding the spouse's parents), and a foreign maid.
    *Dependents may apply together with the main applicant or be added after the main applicant obtains the visa.

  3. Visa Renewal Options

    The S-MM2H visa is a 5 + 5 year visa. The S-MM2H visa is issued for an initial period of 5 years and can be renewed for an additional 5 years. After this 10-year period, a new application may be required to obtain the visa again.
    *Visas for children and parents are renewed annually.

  4. Fast Approval Process

    The approval process typically takes around 90 business days from the submission of documents.
    *However, it may take longer than expected.

Who Can Apply?

Age30 years old and above
Proof of Financial Capability

To fulfill (A) and (B) below;

(A). Financial Proof: To fulfill either of the followings.

①Monthly Offshore Income: Individual : RM10,000 / Couple : RM15,000

* Pension Funds can be accepted.

②Personal Saving / Fixed Deposit Account Balance: Individual : RM100,000 / Couple : RM200,000

(B). Fixed Deposit in Sarawak: RM500,000 (Main applicant only)

Opening a fixed Deposit account with a particular bank in Sarawak.

No Criminal RecordLetter of Good Conduct (LOGC) from your country of origin (valid for 12 months after issuance)
Length of Stay To extend and renew your visa, a minimum stay of 30 days every year in Sarawak is required.
* This applies to both the main applicant and their spouse.
While Ministry of Tourism notices may sometimes state this applies "only to the main applicant," we standardise our guidance to require the 30-day stay for both the main applicant and spouse to ensure full compliance with the Immigration Department's practical operational standards.
* The "1-year" period is calculated from the date the visa is endorsed in the passport, with "24 hours" counting as 1 day. The 30 days can be accumulated over multiple visits.
  • One year after acquiring the S-MM2H visa, up to 50% of the time deposit can be withdrawn for specific purposes such as purchasing real estate, buying a car, covering medical expenses, and paying for children’s education (limited to educational institutions in Sarawak).

S-MM2H Application Required Documents

0. Resume ...Main applicant only
1. S-MM2H Application Form ...All applicants
Please complete and sign the form.
2. Copy of Passport (All pages) ...All applicants
If the passport was renewed less than one year ago, a copy of the old passport is also required. Passport validity must be at least 24 months.
3. Passport Size Color Photo (3.5cm x 5.0cm) ...6 pcs each for all applicants
With blue background.
4. Proof of Financial Capability

To prepare A (either ① or ②) and B.

A. Financial Proof Documents

①Monthly offshore income

- Salary: latest 3 months salary slips

- Government-approved pension:latest 3 months payment slips

- A bank statement or bank passbook that shows the salary / pension transferred to your account

- Employment certificate / Pension certificate

* Real estate income such as rental, etc. is not accepted.

* Combination of multiple sources of income of the main applicant is acceptable. Spouse's income cannot be combined.

②Personal saving / fixed deposit account balance

- Latest 3 months bank statements

* The balance at the end of each month must meet the requirements.

* An account must be under the main applicant. Multiple accounts can be combined.

* An account in any countries are acceptable.

B. Fixed Deposit in Sarawak: You are eligible to open a fixed deposit account in Sarawak to fulfill the financial requirement.

5. Letter of Good Conduct from the Origin Country
 ...All applicants above 18 years old
6. Marriage Certificate (if accompanied by spouse)
Original in English.
7. Birth Certificate (if accompanied by children/adopted children/step children)
Original in English.
8. Health Report ...All applicants
Please fill in the designated RB II form. It must be completed and signed by a doctor in Sarawak. Applicants must not suffer from infectious diseases, including hepatitis A or B, HIV, or tuberculosis.

S-MM2H Application Process

STEP.1
Contact Us

Contact Us

Contact us through our website.

STEP.2
Payment

Payment

Payment for our support fee can be made via bank transfer or PayPal.

STEP.3
Application Document Preparation

Application Document Preparation

Please email the application documents to us.

STEP.4
Document Verification

Document Verification

We will verify the documents, including translation to English if necessary.

STEP.5
Submission - Fly to Malaysia (1st Visit)

Submission - Fly to Malaysia (1st Visit *All Applicants)

Bring the original documents. Undergo a medical check-up (blood test, urine test, chest X-ray) at a local clinic, open a fixed deposit account, get a certified true copy of your passport, purchase medical insurance, and pay the government application fee (RM5,000). A minimum stay of 3 days is required.

STEP.6
Waiting approval

Waiting for Approval

The Sarawak government will issue an approval letter within 90 business days. (Please note that the process may take longer than expected.)

Finish!
Approval - Fly to Malaysia (2nd Visit)

Approval - Fly to Malaysia (2nd Visit *All Applicants)

After receiving conditional approval, you must travel to Sarawak within 6 months. The required stay is 1 - 3 days. The following costs will be incurred when obtaining the visa:

  • Visa fee (RM500 / year)
  • Security bond (depends on country of origin)
  • Journey performed visa fee (depends on country of origin)
  • Multiple entry visa fee (depends on country of origin)

Our Support & Fees

Support
Details
★Documentation verification
★Accompany support for medical check-up
★Bank account opening
★Medical insurance enrollment support
★Accompany support for visa issuance
★Transportation from (to) the airport on arrival and departure from Sarawak
Package Individual: RM12,000
Dependant: Additional RM2,000 / person
- 8% SST (Sales and Service Tax) is imposed separately.
- Exclusive of medical insurance premium (from RM600 annually / person), medical check-up fee (approx. RM300 / person), certified true copy the passport (approx. RM310 / passport: * If the passport renewed less than a year, the old passport also must be certified.), government application fee (RM5,000 * Main applicant only, non-refundable), indemnity letter (RM100), visa fee (RM500 / year), security bond (refunded when visa is cancelled), journey performed visa fee (depends on country of origin), multiple entry visa fee (depending on the country of origin), travel cost to Sarawak, hotel expenses and transportation in Sarawak.
- Exclusive of document translation to English.
- On-site support will be provided by our affiliated agent in Sarawak (English available).

<Refund Policy>

  • In the event that you cancel your application, we will refund subject to the following conditions.
    Before submitting documents to immigration: 65%, After submitting documents to immigration: 0%

Other Services Related to S-MM2H Visa

  • S-MM2H Visa Extension (Renewed passport visa extension): RM2,000 / person
  • S-MM2H Visa Renewal (Renewal after the expiry of 5 years): Main applicant: RM3,000, Accompanying family members: RM500 / person
  • S-MM2H Visa Yearly Renewal for Children and Parents: RM800 / person
  • S-MM2H Visa Termination: RM3,500
  • S-MM2H Visa Transfer Endorsement (Visa transfer endorsement to a new passport): RM500

Contact Us About S-MM2H Visa

We have partnered with a Sarawakian agency to assist you in applying for and obtaining an S-MM2H Visa.
If you are considering an S-MM2H Visa as one of your options for a Malaysian long-term visa, please feel free to contact us.

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