To settle in Malaysia as an Indian, you must apply for a PR (permanent residency). Some benefits of settling in Malaysia as an Indian include increased employment opportunities, long-term stays without renewals, education and healthcare benefits, and tax benefits.
The eligibility criteria for Malaysia PR are as follows:
- Through investment: You must make a minimum investment of USD 2 million. The funds must remain in the account for at least five continuous years.
- High-skilled professionals: Highly skilled professionals can apply for Malaysia PR if they have been employed in a Malaysian company for at least three years and maintain good conduct with a good employment record.
- As experts with exceptional skills: Foreign nationals with extraordinary sports, academia, or business skills can apply for PR through this category.
- As the spouse of a Malaysian citizen: You can qualify for PR if you are legally married to a Malaysian citizen and have been residing in the country for at least five years.
- Through a points-based system: Malaysia's points-based system assesses candidates based on factors such as age, language proficiency, educational qualifications, duration of stay, investment value, etc. Individuals must score at least 65 points to qualify for Malaysia PR.