SEZ / SFZ MM2H Category
A special Malaysia residency pathway for applicants interested in Malaysia’s Special Economic Zone or Special Financial Zone opportunities, with a focused property requirement in Forest City, Johor.
Designed for Special Zone Residency Planning
The SEZ / SFZ category is suitable for applicants who are interested in a special zone MM2H pathway with lower fixed deposit requirements and a 10-year pass duration.
SEZ / SFZ Category at a Glance
The SEZ / SFZ category provides a special MM2H pathway with clear requirements for fixed deposit placement, Forest City property ownership, stay duration, and participation fee.
Fixed Deposit
Applicants aged 21 to 49 are required to place a fixed deposit of USD 65,000. Applicants aged 50 and above are required to place USD 32,000.
Participating Fee
A one-off participating fee of RM1,000 applies to the principal applicant. No participating fee applies to dependents.
Residence Purchase
Applicants are required to purchase and own a qualifying property or house in Forest City, Johor after approval, subject to the relevant property policy.
Minimum Stay
Participants must be present in Malaysia for at least 90 cumulative days per year, subject to the official programme conditions.
Important SEZ / SFZ Category Notes
The SEZ / SFZ category provides a 10-year MM2H pass option with multiple-entry access, renewable validity, and the ability to include eligible dependents. Applicants should review the specific special zone conditions carefully before proceeding.
10-Year MM2H Pass
The SEZ / SFZ category provides a 10-year MM2H pass with Multiple Entry Visa, subject to passport validity and renewal requirements.
Fixed Deposit Withdrawal
Up to 50% of the principal fixed deposit value may be withdrawn after approval for approved purposes such as residence purchase, education, medical, and tourism activities in Malaysia.
Forest City Property Requirement
Participants are required to purchase and own a property or house in Forest City, Johor after approval. The residence may not be sold for 10 years unless upgraded to another residence of higher value.
Eligible Dependents
Eligible dependents may include spouse, children, parents, parents-in-law, and medically certified children with disabilities, subject to official conditions.
Who Is the SEZ / SFZ Category Suitable For?
The SEZ / SFZ category is suitable for applicants who are interested in a special zone pathway and are prepared to meet the Forest City property requirement.
Special Zone Pathway
Suitable for applicants who are interested in Malaysia’s Special Economic Zone or Special Financial Zone residency route.
Forest City Property Planning
Ideal for applicants who are prepared to purchase and own qualifying property in Forest City, Johor.
Accessible FD Requirement
Suitable for applicants seeking a special MM2H category with lower fixed deposit requirements compared with the main MM2H categories.
Apply for SEZ / SFZ MM2H
Speak with MICE Holidays (MM2H) Sdn Bhd for professional guidance on eligibility, documentation, fees, and the next steps for your SEZ / SFZ MM2H application.