Malaysia Tech Entrepreneur Programme - Residence Pass (RP-MTE)
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Malaysia Tech Entrepreneur Programme - Residence Pass (RP-MTE)

Investor PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

28-56 days

Application Fee

Free

Stay Duration

5 years

Renewable

Varies

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

5-year residence pass for established tech entrepreneurs and investors. Part of MTEP to attract tech talent and investment. Allows bringing dependents and engaging in business activities.

The Malaysia Tech Entrepreneur Programme (MTEP) Residence Pass targets established tech entrepreneurs and investors seeking longer-term residency. It provides comprehensive benefits for tech professionals and investors committing to Malaysia's digital economy.

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Requirements

Financial

Minimum Savings

50,000 EUR

Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid passport

Valid travel document

Business registration

Company registration in Malaysia

Tech credentials

Experience and expertise documentation

Investment proof

Capital investment documentation

Sponsor Documents

MDEC endorsement

Approval from Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation

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Advantages

  • 5-year validity
  • Renewable
  • Bring dependents
  • Business rights
  • Investment opportunities
  • Pathway to permanent residency

Considerations

  • Requires tech background
  • Need Malaysian business registration
  • MDEC approval required
  • Longer processing time

Application Process

1

Establish tech company

Set up tech startup or investment business in Malaysia

2

Register with MDEC

Register with Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation

3

Prepare documentation

Gather business documents and credentials

4

Submit RP-MTE application

Apply through ESD with MDEC endorsement

5

Processing

Immigration reviews business credentials

6

Receive residence pass

RP-MTE approved and issued

Application Forms

MTEP-RP Application

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