Why Malaysia Digital Nomad Visa? 

• No specific age limit 
• No need for language proficiency test scores
• Can bring dependents to Malaysia
• Can travel while working in Malaysia

What is the Malaysia Digital Nomad Visa? 

The Malaysia digital nomad visa was launched on 1 October 2022. It is issued to individuals interested in migrating to Malaysia to work remotely. The visa allows individuals to work remotely in the country for a period of two years. The Digital Nomad Visa is a program to help foreigners who wish to relocate to Malaysia for work. This individual can be a digital freelancer, independent contractors or remote workers.
 

The Malaysian Digital Nomad Visa is also known as the DE Rantau Nomad Pass. Individuals with this pass can stay and work in the country for 12 months and renew for another 12 months. They must have an annual income of $24,000 and are allowed to bring dependents.
 

Malaysia Digital Nomad Visa Eligibility

The individuals interested in applying for a Malaysia Digital Nomad visa must meet the following eligibility criteria:

• The individual must be above 18 years of age
• The individual must be one among the three:

• A digital freelancer
• An independent contractor
• A remote worker

• The individual must be working in the any of the professions mentioned below:

• Digital marketing
• Digital creative content
• Digital content development
• Software development
• UX
• UI and others

• The individual must make an income of $24,000 annually
• The individual must have evidence of their work

Benefits of Malaysia Digital Nomad pass

• Individuals can work and stay in Malaysia for 12 months and renew it for another 12 months
• Individuals will have access to living and working hubs for nomads
• Individuals can avail of the local services, vouchers, and other perks with a nomad pass
• Individuals can experience the rich Malaysian culture and live in a prosperous economy
• Individuals can explore many employment opportunities and gain international exposure.

Malaysia Digital Nomad Visa Requirements

• Evidence of sufficient financial funds
• Proof of a job and income with a salary of $24,000
• An employment contract
• Bank statements of the last three months
• Proof of professional knowledge in the area of digital expertise
• Evidence of health insurance
• Must have no criminal records and should be of good character

How do you apply for a Malaysia Digital Nomad Visa?

The steps required to apply for a Malaysia Digital Nomad Visa are as follows:

Step 1: Check your eligibility

Step 2: Arrange the documents required

Step 3: Apply for the Malaysia Digital Nomad Visa 

Step 4: Submit all the required documents

Step 5: Get the visa and migrate to Malaysia
 

Processing Time for a Malaysia Digital Nomad Visa 

The Malaysia Digital Nomad Visa has a processing time of around four weeks.
 

Processing Cost for a Malaysia Digital Nomad Visa 

The Malaysia Digital Nomad Visa has a processing cost of $225 or RM1 000 for the application and an additional $112 or RM500 for each dependent.
 

How can Y-Axis assist you?

Sign up with Y-Axis, the world's No. 1 overseas immigration company, guides you to live in Malaysia as a Digital Nomad. Our thorough process and end-to-end support ensure you take the right action at every step. We help you with the following:

• Job search services to find related jobs in Malaysia.
• Expert guidance in arranging a checklist of required documents.