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Introduction
Malaysia My Second Home Programme is promoted by the
Government of Malaysia to allow people from all over the world, who
fulfill certain criteria, to stay in Malaysia as long as possible on a
social visit pass with a multiple entry visa. The Social Visit Pass is
initially for a period of ten (10) years (depending on the validity of
the applicants’ passport) and is renewable.
Eligibility
It is open to all citizens of countries recognized by
Malaysia regardless of race, religion, gender or age. Applicants are
allowed to bring along their spouse and children (below 18 years old who
is not married).
Foreigners who are married to Malaysians are not eligible
for MM2H programmeme but may apply to stay in Malaysia under the
Immigration Department's " Spouse Programme " or Long Term Social Visit
Pass.
Why Malaysia?
Governmental support
This
programme is initiated, organized and launched by the Malaysian
Government. It is, therefore, a programme, that the Government will
continuously work to ensure its success.
Standard
of living
Malaysia has one of the highest standards of living in the region with
all the modern infrastructure and facilities in place.
Cost of living
Cost
of living is one of the lowest in Asia and will remain so for a very
long time. This is achieved through the Government’s efficient
monitoring of the economy in ensuring that inflation is kept low at all
times and thereby also the prices of goods and services.
Weather
The
weather is pleasant, warm and balmy with moderate rain throughout the
year; There are also highland residential areas and resorts with
permanent spring-like weather throughout the country.
Infrastructure
The
whole country is very well connected with up-to-date, modern road, rail,
air, and sea transportation systems. Public transport by buses, taxis,
trains and planes are comfortable, efficient and relatively low in cost.
Political
stability
The ruling Government is the longest serving freely
elected Government in the world. It is a Government representing all the
races, religions, cultures etc. found in Malaysia. In fact, Malaysia is
one of the most politically stable countries in the world.
Rule
of law
The
rule of law is one of the fundamentals in Malaysia’s constitution.
Everyone is subjected to the law and also equal before the law. Malaysia
practiced basically the British system of justice with an independent
reliable and dependable judiciary.
Safety
Statistics can proof that Malaysia is one of the safest
countries in the world; its crime rate is relatively low.
Religion
Islam
is the official religion of Malaysia but the constitution guarantees the
right of people to practice other religions.
Culture and language
The
Malay language (Bahasa Melayu) is the national language of the country;
English is the second language but other languages can be freely used
and practiced. Similarly the Malay culture is dominant in the country
because the Malays are the dominant race in Malaysia and in the region.
But other cultures can be practiced very freely and there is a free
intermingling of different cultures.
Food and Fruit
All
the food of the world can be found here at very reasonable cost. With so
many races and cultures living together in harmony, it is understandable
that each race has picked up the best of each other’s food and made
Malaysia into Asia’s Food Paradise. Similarly the tropical fruits of
Malaysia are unique, exotic and available in abundance practically
throughout the year. It should be a real joy to savour these fruits.
Recreation/Entertainment
The country has everything for the family,-theme parks,
jungle trails/sports, water sports and one of the highest numbers of
golf courses – ratio or population.
Shopping
Most
of the items that tourists normally like to buy – perfumes, cosmetics,
watches, fountain pens, a long list of electronic goods, branded goods
etc. are completely free of tax. Quality goods from all over the world
are imported and are relatively low in price and sold throughout
Malaysia.
Education
The
country has one of the best-developed and quality educational systems –
both public and private. There are international schools of repute in
all major towns with English as the medium of instruction. There are
also private colleges and universities offering twinning programmes with
other well-known universities and major colleges from throughout the
world. Therefore, it is the place for quality education from nursery
right up to the highest level of university education. It is already
becoming an educational centre of excellence for the region. Relatively
speaking, it is also the place to get quality international class
education at a very reasonable cost.
Medical
facilities
The
country has a very efficient health system where medical services are
provided at nominal cost. Private doctors, clinics and also hospitals of
international standards are easily obtainable at very reasonable cost.
Malaysia is also becoming a centre for medical facilities in the region.
Residence
There
are quality residences – terrace houses, semi-detached, bungalows,
apartments and condominiums all over the country. There are also some of
the finest residences available in tourism zones – on beaches, near
jungles and
near theme parks, recreational places and city centres.
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