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PVIP (Malaysia Premium Visa Programme) is a long-stay programme for investors, business owners, professionals and others. It allows stays of up to 20 years with no minimum stay requirement, as well as employment, business activities, property purchases and study in accordance with Malaysian law.
Based on Malaysian Immigration Department publications and application practice as of 2026, this article covers PVIP requirements, funding, participation fees, dependants, documents and the application process.
Programme and application requirements, government charges and agency fees may change. Confirm the latest terms when applying.
What is PVIP?
PVIP is a long-stay programme for foreigners establishing a long-term living or business base in Malaysia. The current programme has no age limit and permits approval for up to 20 years. With no minimum stay requirement, it is also worth considering for people living or doing business across several countries.
| Item | PVIP at a glance |
|---|---|
| Eligible age | No age limit |
| Approval period | Up to 20 years (5 + 5 + 5 + 5 years) |
| Minimum stay | No requirement |
| Employment and business activities | Permitted in accordance with Malaysian law |
| Study | Permitted |
| Property purchase | Residential, commercial and industrial property purchases are permitted PVIP does not require a property purchase. Separate state and local rules apply to actual purchases. |
| Investment | Active investment in permitted sectors is allowed |
Main PVIP application requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Income and financial eligibility | Domestic or overseas income of RM40,000 a month or RM480,000 a year Alternatively, financial eligibility may be met through total net assets of at least RM1 billion |
| Fixed deposit | RM1,000,000 with a licensed Malaysian bank |
| Passport | At least 24 months’ validity |
| Health insurance | Health insurance valid in Malaysia or globally |
| Security screening | The main applicant and dependants undergo security screening by the Malaysian police. |
PVIP participation and related fees
In addition to the RM1,000,000 fixed deposit, PVIP involves participation fees, agency fees, pass issuance fees, visa fees, a security bond and other charges.
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Participation fee (main applicant) | RM200,000 | Payable to the government RM2,000 on application + RM198,000 after approval |
| Agency fee | RM75,000 | Application support fee charged by a licensed PVIP operator |
| Participation fee (dependants) | RM100,000 per person | RM50,000 if the dependant’s PVIP term is 10 years |
| Pass issuance fee | RM2,000 per year | Payable to the government |
| Visa issuance fee | Varies by nationality | At the government’s current rates |
| Security bond | Varies by nationality | At the government’s current rates |
Eligible dependants
| Eligibility | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Spouse | The main applicant’s spouse |
| Children | Biological, step- or legally adopted children under 25 |
| Children with disabilities | May qualify regardless of age, subject to the prescribed medical verification |
| Parents and parents-in-law | The main applicant’s parents and parents-in-law |
| Foreign domestic helper | May accompany the applicant under current rules |
Main documents for a PVIP application
Actual requirements depend on the application and family circumstances. The main documents are listed below.
| Document | Details |
|---|---|
| Passport | Main applicant and dependants; at least 24 months’ validity |
| Certificate of good conduct | In English, or translated into English and duly certified |
| CV | Main applicant and spouse: current occupation, employment history, company names and related details |
| Proof of income | Payslips, employment letters, bank statements, investment or business income documents, income-tax records and similar evidence |
| Marriage certificate | If accompanied by a spouse; translation and certification as required |
| Birth certificates and legal family-relationship documents | For accompanying children, adopted children, stepchildren, parents and others; translation and certification as required |
| Medical report | Prepare the prescribed form before PVIP issuance and activation |
How to apply for PVIP
Applicants cannot apply for PVIP directly to the Malaysian Immigration Department. Applications must go through a PVIP operator licensed by the Immigration Department. KL Fudousan first discusses your purpose of stay, family circumstances, financial plans and property preferences, then coordinates with a licensed operator as needed.
Read the MM2H and PVIP application and payment process →
Points to consider when choosing PVIP
KL Fudousan local report
Many affluent clients, business owners and investors specifically ask us about PVIP from the outset.
For those frequently travelling between Japan and Malaysia or considering Malaysia as a Southeast Asian living or business base, the absence of a minimum stay and permission for work and business activities are major reasons to consider PVIP.
Even so, in our actual consultations, we find that many PVIP clients buy a home or investment property in Kuala Lumpur.
With no minimum stay requirement, PVIP offers flexibility in planning employment, business, investment and property ownership in Malaysia. However, it carries substantial financial requirements, including the RM1,000,000 fixed deposit, participation fees and income or financial eligibility.
It is therefore important to consider more than the visa itself, including life in Malaysia, business, assets, property purchases and your family’s medium- and long-term plans.
PVIP frequently asked questions
Discuss PVIP and Malaysian property
KL Fudousan accepts PVIP enquiries and coordinates with licensed operators as needed, with support extending to property purchases in Kuala Lumpur. Consult us about your family circumstances, purpose of stay, work or business plans and property preferences.