Sarawak S-MM2H, summarised on one page.
A clear overview of the Sarawak Malaysia My Second Home programme for applicants considering a long-term base in Malaysia. This page condenses the core rules, benefits, and process into a single responsive guide.
Best for
Retirees, global families, and investors wanting a long-term Sarawak base.
Location focus
Sarawak lifestyle, access to Malaysia, and lower-cost liveability.
Important
Programme terms can change, so the official MTCP pages should always be your final checkpoint.
Current snapshot
Pass validity
5 years
Renewable for another five years, subject to approval and compliance.
Minimum age
30+
Open to applicants from countries with diplomatic ties to Malaysia.
Fixed deposit
RM500,000
Mandatory placement in a Sarawak local bank for each application.
Minimum annual stay
30 days
Required in Sarawak each year for future renewal consideration.
Programme summary
What S-MM2H is designed to offer
Sarawak-Malaysia My Second Home is a state-managed long-stay programme that allows qualified foreigners to live in Sarawak on a renewable social visit pass. In practical terms, it is aimed at people who want stability, flexible long-term residence, and a lifestyle base in East Malaysia without pursuing immediate permanent migration.
Compared with the reference site you shared, this page keeps the same one-page narrative structure but trims it down into the essentials: what the programme is, why Sarawak appeals to applicants, who qualifies, what funds are needed, and how the process generally flows.
Source note
Built from current official guidance.
The visual flow is inspired by Tecktonic MM2H, but the summary content here is aligned to the Sarawak Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts pages and its 31 October 2024 notice about requirements effective on 1 January 2025.
Official pages referenced were last updated on 26 March 2026. Treat this page as a readable overview and verify your exact case with the latest official checklist or a licensed S-MM2H agent.
Why Sarawak
A slower, greener base with practical day-to-day advantages.
The strongest pull of the programme is not only the visa. It is the combination of liveability, lower day-to-day costs, a multilingual environment, modern healthcare, education options, and room to settle without the pressure of a mega-city pace.
Lower living costs than many regional retirement and relocation hubs.
English, Mandarin, Malay, and local dialects are widely heard in daily life.
Strong access to healthcare, international-standard education, and modern urban amenities.
A slower pace of life with easy access to rainforest, food culture, and weekend travel.
Who can apply
Core eligibility at a glance
Applicants must be at least 30 years old and from countries with diplomatic ties to Malaysia.
Dependants can be included, and medical insurance is required.
Participants may buy residential property, subject to prevailing state rules and thresholds.
Personal sponsors are limited to immediate family members from 16 May 2025 onward.
Financial requirements
The main funding structure
Income route: RM10,000 monthly offshore income for an individual, or RM15,000 combined for a couple.
Savings route: RM100,000 savings for an individual, or RM200,000 for a couple.
Fixed deposit: RM500,000 in a Sarawak local bank, before or after conditional approval.
After one year, up to 50% of the fixed deposit may be withdrawn for approved expenses such as a home, vehicle, medical costs, or children’s education in Sarawak.
Application flow
How the process typically moves
The exact sequence varies by applicant profile and whether you apply through a licensed agent, but the general flow is consistent: qualify, document, bank and medical completion, state and immigration review, then visa issuance.
Check fit
Confirm age, nationality, income or savings route, and dependant profile before document prep starts.
Prepare documents
Compile passports, proof of funds, personal records, translations, and certified true copies where required.
Banking and medical
Open the Sarawak bank account, place the fixed deposit, and complete the required medical process.
Submit and finalise
Application moves through state and immigration review, then visa issuance follows approval and payment.
Important notes
This page is a practical summary, not a legal checklist. Requirements and thresholds can change.
S-MM2H participants are not eligible for permanent residency through the programme alone.
Full-time work is not allowed; part-time work of up to 20 hours per week may be permitted in approved professional sectors.
Minority participation in approved joint ventures may be allowed, subject to state approval and ownership limits.
Next step
Use this page as your shortlisting tool.
If the programme looks aligned with your goals, move next to the official requirements page, then review the checklist, application forms, and list of licensed S-MM2H agents for the exact path that matches your nationality and family structure.