Malaysia's new Investor Pass to facilitate long-term stay for foreign investors effective 1 April 2025

Successful pass holders will be free from all security clearance when they travel to and from Malaysia.

Effective 1 April 2025 (Tuesday), Malaysia's Immigration Department (JIM) will introduce a Long-Term Social Visit Pass for Foreign Businesses and Investors aiming to streamline the entry process for foreign investors and facilitate long-term stays.

Also known as the Investor Pass, it aims to facilitate the entry of those who are committed to invest in Malaysia through recognised investment, or support from relevant agencies to grant them a smoother travel experience in and out of the country. The entrance will be valid for six months and pass holders may be able to extend their pass validity for another six months if certain requirements of the Multiple Entry Visa (MEV) are 

To be an eligible applicant, the individual is required to meet the following requirements:

• Above 18 years old
• In a C-suite position or equivalent (Decision maker)
• Has a business profile from the country of origin or other countries
• Belongs to the government sector, a government-linked company, or the private sector

Applicants should also note that a processing fee of RM500 and a pass fee RM90 will be charged. Successful pass holders are able to be free from all security clearance when they travel to and from Malaysia. However, dependants are not permitted to tap on to the Investor Pass.

JIM broke down the types of investors that may apply for pass and the supporting documents needed from each category:

Source: Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia Facebook

The process will follow through five stages:

Stage 1: Investor pass application via Xpats gateway system

Stage 2: Document verification

Stage 3: Payment through MYXpats

Stage 4: Verification and decision

Stage 5: Payment and endorsement

Applicants may submit their documents at https://xpatsgateway.com.my and for further inquiry, individuals can contact JIM via email at ppp_invest@imi.gov.my.

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Lead image and infographics / Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia Facebook