Quick Facts
Requirements
- Proof of remote work contract or freelance agreements with foreign (non-Malaysian) entities.
- Proof of active employment or active client projects in the digital domain.
- Bank statements showing an annual foreign income of at least $24,000 USD.
- Valid passport with at least 14 months of remaining validity and a clean criminal record.
- Valid medical insurance covering Malaysia.
Application Process
- Step 1
Create an account on the official MDEC (Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation) DE Rantau portal.
- Step 2
Upload all required digital documents (passport copies, income proof, contracts, and passport photos).
- Step 3
Pay the processing fee online and wait for the immigration review and background check.
- Step 4
Receive the approval letter online, travel to Malaysia, and get the pass endorsed in your passport upon arrival.
Estimated Costs
Pros & Cons
Low cost of living, strong digital infrastructure, and tax-free status on foreign-sourced income.
Capped at a maximum duration of 24 months with no route to permanent residency.
FAQs
Can my family join me under this visa?+
Yes. You can include your legal spouse and dependent children under 18 years old.
Does this visa grant access to the Schengen area?+
No. Malaysia is in Southeast Asia and does not grant Schengen entry rights.
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