Malaysia digital nomad visa
DE Rantau Nomad Pass (DE Rantau Nomad Pass) · Asia-Pacific
Malaysia offers the DE Rantau Nomad Pass for remote workers and digital nomads. The minimum income requirement is USD 24,000/year (tech) or USD 60,000/year (non-tech), the visa is valid for 3-12 months initial (yes, renewable for up to a further 12 months (~24 months total)), and the government fee is MYR 1,000 main applicant + MYR 500 per dependent. Verify with LHDN. Foreign-sourced income remitted to Malaysia has had individual exemptions (currently exempt through end-2026 under prevailing policy). Yes (spouse + children, and parents); dependent fee MYR 500 each. These figures are a dated snapshot — verify on the official government source before applying.
Source: Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (mdec.my). Data as of June 2026.
Malaysia nomad visa at a glance
| Item | Malaysia |
|---|---|
| Minimum income | USD 24,000/year (tech) or USD 60,000/year (non-tech) |
| Visa duration | 3-12 months initial |
| Renewable | Yes, renewable for up to a further 12 months (~24 months total) |
| Government fee | MYR 1,000 main applicant + MYR 500 per dependent |
| Tax for nomads | Verify with LHDN. Foreign-sourced income remitted to Malaysia has had individual exemptions (currently exempt through end-2026 under prevailing policy). |
| Processing time | Typically ~4 weeks |
| Family / dependents | Yes (spouse + children, and parents); dependent fee MYR 500 each |
Source: Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (mdec.my). Data as of June 2026.
Income requirement
USD 24,000/year (tech) or USD 60,000/year (non-tech). USD 24,000/yr for IT/tech/digital talent; USD 60,000/yr for non-tech professionals. From non-Malaysian sources.
Requirements & eligibility
Digital freelancer, contractor or remote worker with active contract(s) > 3 months; foreign/non-Malaysian employer; open to all nationalities except Israel.
Tax for digital nomads in Malaysia
Verify with LHDN. Foreign-sourced income remitted to Malaysia has had individual exemptions (currently exempt through end-2026 under prevailing policy).
Tax is the single most variable part of nomad life. Whether you owe tax in Malaysia depends on how long you stay (most countries treat 183+ days as tax residency), where your income arises, your citizenship, and any double-tax treaty with your home country. This is general information, not tax advice — confirm with Malaysia's tax authority and a cross-border tax professional.
Family & dependents
Yes (spouse + children, and parents); dependent fee MYR 500 each.
Processing time
Typically ~4 weeks.
Data quality for Malaysia
Verified against an official government source. Verified against the official Malaysia source. Figures are a snapshot as of June 2026; income thresholds in particular change (several are tied to local minimum or average wages and recalculated yearly). See our methodology.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income requirement for the Malaysia digital nomad visa?
The Malaysia DE Rantau Nomad Pass requires USD 24,000/year (tech) or USD 60,000/year (non-tech). USD 24,000/yr for IT/tech/digital talent; USD 60,000/yr for non-tech professionals. From non-Malaysian sources. Figures are as of June 2026 and can change, so verify on the official government source.
How long is the Malaysia digital nomad visa valid, and can I renew it?
The initial validity is 3-12 months initial. Yes, renewable for up to a further 12 months (~24 months total).
How much does the Malaysia digital nomad visa cost?
The government fee is MYR 1,000 main applicant + MYR 500 per dependent. This excludes lawyer, translation, apostille and insurance costs, which vary.
Do digital nomads pay tax in Malaysia?
Verify with LHDN. Foreign-sourced income remitted to Malaysia has had individual exemptions (currently exempt through end-2026 under prevailing policy). This is general information, not tax advice — verify with Malaysia's tax authority and your home country, because your liability depends on tax residency and where your income arises.
Can my family join me on the Malaysia nomad visa?
Yes (spouse + children, and parents); dependent fee MYR 500 each
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Last updated: 2026-06-20