Malaysia is a country in Southeast Asia. which has been able to increase its attractiveness especially in recent years by combining its old and ancient culture and tradition with today’s modern and advanced world, its pristine nature and significant economic leaps. Immigrating to Malaysia also requires obtaining a lot of information about the conditions of this country. For more information see the article Getting to know Malaysia Refer to what is written on this site.
Immigration to Malaysia is one of the best immigration options, especially for Iranians. If this question arises in your mind, why? Immigrate to Malaysia? Our suggestion is to refer to the following article and examine your questions regarding immigration to Malaysia and its various methods.
Ways to immigrate to Malaysia
We said that immigrating to Malaysia is one of the good options, especially for Iranians. Because this country with good climate has very suitable conditions for living, working and migrating. Malaysia is a modern, developing country. Therefore, immigrating to this country can be very beneficial in terms of income in business and raising the standard of living. Because according to the statistics in 2018, the immigration acceptance of this country has increased by 5% and this statistic has reached a growth of 22% in 2024 and this statistic indicates the satisfaction of immigrants and travelers with the existing conditions in this country.
Immigration to Malaysia is divided into two categories, temporary and permanent. through which you can also apply for Malaysian residency:
- Temporary visas for Malaysia:
- Malaysia tourist visa It is very easy and easy for Iranian nationals to be granted a tourist visa for 15 days after entering the Malaysian airport.
- This visa is called Single Entry Visa. Special for foreigners. which is taken for the purpose of visiting Malaysia. This visa is valid for 3 months.
- Malaysia social visa:
- This visa can be obtained by the official invitation of a company, or a Malaysian individual or a first-degree relative who is a resident of Malaysia. Received with a validity period of 2-6 months.
- Multiple entry visa, this visa is granted to foreign nationals for the purpose of intergovernmental relations or doing business. The validity period of this visa is 3 to 12 months.
Study, work, companion and investment visas are also of this category.
- Transit Visa: With this visa, you can only be allowed to cross the territory of Malaysia to travel to a third country.
It should be noted that all visas and ways to immigrate to Malaysia will not lead to obtaining citizenship and permanent residence. Next, we will examine other routes. And we will point out which immigration route to Malaysia is better and more promising. Stay with us.
Advantages and disadvantages of immigrating to Malaysia
Malaysia is a country that is progressing and developing day by day, and today it is an ideal country for immigration, and like other countries for immigration and residence, it has a series of advantages and disadvantages. These advantages and disadvantages include:
Advantages of living in Malaysia
- A multi-national country with great cultural diversity
- Economic cost of housing and real estate
- Easy and affordable life
- High security in Malaysia
- Excellent and quality healthcare system
- Luxury and brand houses and shopping centers
- Very high variety of food
- Obtaining a visa with long-term validity
- Living with the hospitable people of Malaysia
- Many recreational and cultural attractions
- Moderate climate
- Advanced and cheap means of transportation
Disadvantages of living in Malaysia
- It is difficult to obtain a permanent visa for Malaysia
- Residence visa renewal every one or two years
- Tropical and rainy climate
- Loneliness and homelessness after migration
- heavy traffic
- air pollution
- Complete mastery of the English language
- High import tax
Immigration to Malaysia through work
Migration through work is one of the popular methods especially for Iranians. Because the economic growth in Malaysia is increasing. And despite the high demand for work in this country, the unemployment rate has been decreasing in the last few years, but in 2024, it is about 3.4%, which has increased a bit.
Applicants must be at least 27 years old to receive a visa for this country and can apply for employment in Malaysia with at least a bachelor’s degree, language certificate and work experience. To work in this country, you need a job offer from an employer. This offer can be in the form of a work invitation from the company or factories of this country.
The validity of this visa is 1-2 years. But it can be extended if needed by the employer or if you wish. There is fierce competition between job seeking graduates and those with work experience. Of course, priority is given to having work records. As well as Malayalam, which is the official language of this country. It is important in government offices and jobs.
Read more: Immigrate to Malaysia through work visa
Immigrate to Malaysia through a study visa
Studying in Malaysia has terms and conditions that you should be aware of. This method is one of the common and popular methods. Studying in bachelor’s, master’s, doctorate and pathway courses is possible for all international students.
Malaysian universities have the best educational, dormitory, sports, etc. conditions and are ranked 11th in the country for continuing education. Students benefit from health insurance during their studies with an annual payment of only $50-70, and the annual tuition fee is about $6,000 to $8,000. It is also possible to study without a language degree in this country.
Admission to Malaysian universities is relatively easy and the university education system of this country is similar to the UK. All these issues together make studying in Malaysia more attractive. Of course, it should be noted that studying in Malaysia and hoping to work after completing education does not lead to obtaining permanent residence in this country.
Read more: Conditions for obtaining a Malaysian study visa
Immigrate to Malaysia through Investment / Second Home Program
Another way to immigrate to Malaysia is to invest in this country. Due to the economic growth of Malaysia in Asia, this country has attracted many investors. Based on this economic growth, the Malaysian government has also presented plans for investment migration in this country.
One of the plans is to attract foreign capital and people who are willing to immigrate to this country with investment, financial ability. This plan to second house is also famous. It is possible to obtain a Malaysian residence with financial ability, by providing 125,000 US dollars and with a monthly income of 2,500 US dollars.
Every year, many people from different countries, by investing in this country, benefit from other facilities of this country. Investment visa in Malaysia is one of the most popular visas in the world. In the following, we will process why this is the case.
Quoting from globalresidenceindex.com:
Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) is a residency-by-investment initiative allowing foreigners to live in Malaysia on a long-term visa. The program offers two different sets of eligibility criteria specific to regions within Malaysia, ensuring applicants can select an option that best suits their lifestyle preferences.
Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) is an investment-based residency scheme that allows foreigners to live in Malaysia on a long-term visa. The program offers two different sets of eligibility criteria for regions in Malaysia, ensuring that applicants can choose the option that best suits their lifestyle preferences.
Read more: Obtaining Malaysian residence through investment (second house plan)
Immigration and citizenship by birth in Malaysia
Regarding immigration through birth, it is important to know the rules and laws of birth in that country. It is impossible to immigrate to Malaysia through birth. Because this country is subject to the law of blood. Birth in the territory of this country will not lead to the residence of the parents and the citizenship of the child. Of course, exceptions will grant citizenship to the child, such as:
- A child without parents
- A child born to Malaysian and foreign parents. (In this case, the child can apply for Malaysian citizenship until the age of 18. Because Malaysia does not accept dual citizenship and grants Malaysian citizenship only if the previous citizenship is revoked.)
Read more: Obtaining Malaysian citizenship through “birth of a child”
Immigration to Malaysia through marriage
Immigration to Malaysia through marriage is one of the other ways to obtain residency in Malaysia. This method has relatively simple conditions in Malaysia. You can succeed in obtaining the citizenship of this country just by passing a few steps and obeying and knowing the rules of marriage in this country.
After marrying and registering a marriage with a Malaysian person, and after 10 years of living together in this country, you can apply for citizenship of this country. Of course, because Malaysia does not accept dual citizenship, you must revoke your former citizenship.
Also, if you marry a Malaysian citizen, you can immigrate to Malaysia using a long-term social visa. This visa is also called spouse visa.
The Long Term Social Visitor (LTSVP) visa is for spouses of Malaysian citizens. With this visa, multiple entry permits are issued for spouses. Also, with this visa, you can work in Malaysia and there is no need to obtain a work visa.
The visa of the spouse of Malaysia can be extended for the first time for 1 year and then for 4 years.
Read more: Immigration to “Malaysia” through marriage
Immigrate to Malaysia through asylum
In general, immigration through asylum, except in the above case of force, is never suggested by any immigration lawyer or reputable institution. But there are many profiteers and fraudsters. who thought only for their own benefit with false claims and by pretending to be compassionate, they have put many people in irreparable danger with this method.
Malaysia is one of the countries that does not have specific rules and conditions for asylum. But any illegal entry and stay in Malaysia is punishable.
Also, Malaysia does not differentiate between uneducated and undocumented workers and refugees. And in the whole process of immigration through asylum, it is associated with many risks and is not recommended in any way. This article is collected for informational purposes only. And this method is not recommended in any way.
Read more: *Malaysian Asylum*
Immigration to Malaysia through a companion visa
As the name of this visa suggests, if one of your family members lives in Malaysia. and resides in this country. As a companion of that person, you can also provide the conditions for your stay in this country. In general, this process is formed by checking the general conditions of the applicant to immigrate to Malaysia. That the person can prove in writing and document his financial ability to live in Malaysia.
It should be noted that you can also help your child and spouse stay in Malaysia as companions through this visa by investing in Malaysia. Keep in mind that immigrating to Malaysia is easy and possible. Only and only if you have enough funds to cover living expenses in this country.
Read more: Conditions for obtaining a companion visa to Malaysia
Malaysia social visa 2021
Although, until 2013, Iranians could enter Malaysia without a visa. Or they could stay in Malaysia for 90 days. According to new policies, the Malaysian government reduced the validity of the Malaysian tourist visa to 14 days.
According to the policies of creating balance in the population of Malaysia, and creating balance among the population of this country, Malaysia decided to separate its visas. In this way, applicants for traveling and visiting Malaysia can stay in Malaysia for 14 days by obtaining a tourist visa. But if you have more time for sightseeing or visiting your family and friends in Malaysia.
Must have a social visa of Malaysia valid for 2 months and can be extended for another two months after entering Malaysia. Similarly, during the creation of these new laws and policies, students will first need to obtain a social pass visa to obtain a study visa and register in Malaysian universities.
Read more: What is Malaysia’s social pass?
Conditions for immigration to Malaysia
The conditions of immigration to Malaysia are relatively similar to other countries, which have a series of conditions and rules. Applicants must meet the following conditions to apply for residence and obtain their visa:
- At least 18 years of age
- Obtaining and receiving a valid visa
- Having a valid and official passport or at least 6 months validity
- Proof of financial ability
- Proof of sufficient funds to stay in Malaysia
- Having a certificate of medical examination and complete health
- No criminal record and bad background
- His name should not be on the list of people prohibited from entering, prohibited from leaving and suspicious people.
Cost of living in Malaysia
In general, the cost of living is one of the most important issues in today’s life. Especially if you decide to change your place of residence. Because one of the issues affecting immigration is the current and side costs that we will face whether we like it or not.
The Malaysian currency (RM) is the ringgit, which is approximately equal to 0.24 US dollars. The cost of living in Malaysia is approximately 10% higher than in Iran. Fortunately, house rent in Malaysia is 35% lower than in Iran. Below are some of the costs of living in Malaysia. Of course, you can never talk about costs accurately. Because this issue depends on various issues. including personal tastes and lifestyle of each person.
- The cost of staying in a two bedroom room is 4500 RM (monthly).
- Restaurant meals up to RM65
- Beef RM30 (one kilogram)
- Mutton 25 RM (one kilogram)
- RM20 per month
- A meal at a foreign restaurant costs RM87
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