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MalaysiaInvestors & entrepreneursLast checked October 16, 2026

DE Rantau Nomad Pass

Professional Visit Pass

Malaysia's digital nomad pass, run by the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) with the Immigration Department. It is a Professional Visit Pass that lets remote workers and freelancers live in Malaysia while working for clients or employers. Tech professionals need at least USD 24,000 a year in income and non-tech professionals at least USD 60,000.

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1 entry rule for Malaysia based on recent travel

These apply to people who were recently in certain countries. Sign in and add your trips to see whether any apply to you.

Entry restrictions apply to 1 passports for Malaysia

The government has suspended some or all visas for holders of these passports. Exceptions exist; see the source.

  • Israel

Source: Ministry of Home Affairs (KDN) media statement, 28 July 2026 - border enforcement on entry of Israeli nationalsSource: RTM (state broadcaster) - Rakyat Israel masuk Malaysia akan diusir segera - PM (15 July 2026)

Life in Malaysia

Money

3

Currency

Malaysian Ringgit

MYR

Malaysian Ringgit

Cost of living

33

Price level · US = 100

World Bank price levels, 2025

Tax

1–30%

Income tax (national)

Sales and Service Tax (SST) 10%

Chargeable income up to MYR 5,000 taxed at 0%; 30% applies above MYR 2 million (YA 2023 onwards).

Official rates, YA 2026 · headline only

Living

1

Happiness

6.0

#69 of 145 countries

World Happiness Report 2025

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Who it’s for

Remote employees of foreign companies and digital freelancers in tech or listed non-tech roles who meet the income threshold.

Eligibility

  • Eligible profession - techTech talent

    IT and digital professionals such as software engineers, cloud, cybersecurity, AI, data, digital marketing and content roles.

  • Eligible profession - non-techNon-tech talent

    Listed senior and professional roles such as CEO, CFO, marketing manager, legal counsel, consultant and similar.

  • Income - techTech talent

    You need to show a minimum annual income of USD 24,000 as tech talent.

    USD 24,000

    Minimum income (tech) · per year

    Official wording

    Minimum annual income of USD 24,000.

A sneak peek at what's inside

  • Next requirementIncome - non-tech
  • Document checklistSigned employment contract (remote work)
  • FeesProcessing fee - main applicant

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  • 7 more requirements
  • 11 documents
  • 6 fees
  • 7 steps
  • Processing times and conditions
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