MM2H Fixed Deposit Guidance
Understand one of the most important financial requirements in the MM2H application journey.
The fixed deposit requirement is a key part of the federal MM2H structure. Different categories require different fixed deposit amounts, and applicants should understand the timing, withdrawal conditions, and how the requirement affects their wider Malaysia plan. HH MM2H helps applicants understand fixed deposit expectations before and after approval.
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What Is MM2H Fixed Deposit Guidance?
Fixed deposit guidance helps applicants understand the MM2H fixed deposit requirement for each category, the placement process, withdrawal conditions, and how the deposit relates to the application timeline.
What Applicants Should Understand
Fixed deposit amount by category; when the fixed deposit may be placed; approved withdrawal purposes; maximum withdrawal conditions; how fixed deposit planning connects with property, medical, education, and family needs; why applicants should avoid relying on outdated MM2H information.
General FD Summary
Silver: USD150,000. Gold: USD500,000. Platinum: USD1,000,000. SEZ / SFZ: USD65,000 for ages 21 to 49; USD32,000 for ages 50 and above. See MM2H Silver, MM2H Gold, MM2H Platinum, and SEZ / SFZ MM2H category pages for details. This summary is for general guidance only. Requirements may change and should be confirmed before application.
Plan Your Finances
Applicants should understand how the fixed deposit affects their cash flow and long-term financial planning before committing to a category.
What This Service Covers
Category Requirements
Understand the fixed deposit amount for Silver, Gold, Platinum, and SEZ / SFZ categories.
Placement Process
Understand how to place the fixed deposit in a licensed Malaysian financial institution.
Withdrawal Conditions
Understand when and how partial withdrawal may be allowed after approval.
Timing & Planning
Understand how the fixed deposit timing relates to the application process.
How It Works
Category Review
Understand the fixed deposit requirement for your target MM2H category.
Financial Planning
Plan how the fixed deposit fits into your overall financial situation.
Placement Guidance
Understand the process of placing the deposit in a Malaysian financial institution.
Withdrawal Planning
Understand the conditions for partial withdrawal after approval.
Immigration Department MM2H Procedures
The following sections are based on official Immigration Department MM2H administrative information. HH MM2H helps applicants understand these procedures and prepare the required documents.
Withdrawal Of Fixed Deposit For Existing MM2H Participants
The Immigration Department page includes guidelines for existing MM2H participants in Malaysia who wish to withdraw fixed deposit for approved purposes. The page lists residential purchase, education, medical expenses, interest, transfer of bank, and account or bank changes.
Important: This section is based on the Immigration Department page for existing MM2H participants. Applicants should confirm how the latest rules apply to their own approval category and fixed deposit arrangement.
Residential Purchase
Required Documents For FD Withdrawal - Residential Purchase
- Applicant or representative MM2H company must be present.
- Intention letter for individual application, or agency representative letter for MM2H company.
- Copy of passport, including particulars page and MM2H visa.
- Copy of conditional approval letter.
- Copy of fixed deposit certificate.
- Copy of sales and purchase agreement, all pages.
- Copies of receipt of house payment.
Participant may submit a copy of the sales and purchase agreement without the receipt of home payment if the SPA is validated as Certified True Copy by the relevant authorities.
Participant is allowed to request partial withdrawal for residential properties only.
Duty stamp page and signature page must be certified.
Source: Malaysian Immigration Department MM2H page
Education
Required Documents For FD Withdrawal - Education
- Applicant or representative MM2H company must be present.
- Intention letter for individual application, or agency representative letter for MM2H company.
- Copy of passport, including particulars page and MM2H visa.
- Copy of conditional approval letter.
- Copy of fixed deposit certificate.
- Copies of enrollment fee from school.
Source: Malaysian Immigration Department MM2H page
Medical Expenses
Required Documents For FD Withdrawal - Medical Expenses
- Applicant or representative MM2H company must be present.
- Intention letter for individual application, or agency representative letter for MM2H company.
- Copy of passport particulars page.
- Copy of MM2H visa.
- Copy of conditional approval letter.
- Copy of fixed deposit certificate.
- Copy proof of payment for medical expenses, such as receipt.
The Immigration Department page states that participants may submit receipts for medicines purchased at a pharmacy or related fees such as consultation and hospital admission as proof of medical expenses.
Source: Malaysian Immigration Department MM2H page
Interest
Required Documents For FD Withdrawal - Interest
- Applicant or representative MM2H company must be present.
- Intention letter for individual application, or agency representative letter for MM2H company.
- Copy of passport, including particulars page and MM2H visa.
- Copy of conditional approval letter.
- Copy of fixed deposit certificate.
Source: Malaysian Immigration Department MM2H page
Transfer Of Bank
Required Documents For FD Transfer Of Bank
- Applicant or representative MM2H company must be present.
- Intention letter for individual application, or agency representative letter for MM2H company.
- Copy of passport, including particulars page and MM2H visa.
- Copy of conditional approval letter.
- Copy of fixed deposit certificate.
Source: Malaysian Immigration Department MM2H page
Account / Tenure / Branch / Conventional Bank Changes
Required Documents For Account Or Bank Arrangement Changes
- For joint or separate account, change of term or tenure, change of branch of bank, or conventional bank changes:
- Applicant or representative MM2H company must be present.
- Intention letter for individual application, or agency representative letter for MM2H company.
- Copy of passport, including particulars page and MM2H visa.
- Copy of conditional approval letter.
- Copy of fixed deposit certificate.
Source: Malaysian Immigration Department MM2H page
General Notes From The Immigration Department Page
- The Immigration Department page states that existing MM2H participants may withdraw part of the required fixed deposit from the second year onward, effective from the date the MM2H Social Visit Pass is endorsed in the passport, for approved expenses related to residential purchase, children's education expenses, and medical expenses.
- The page lists the partial withdrawal amounts as: RM50,000 for participants aged 50 years and above. RM150,000 for participants aged below 50 years.
- The page also states that participants are required to maintain the fixed deposit balance until they terminate their participation in the programme: RM100,000 for participants aged 50 years and above. RM150,000 for participants aged below 50 years.
- Fixed deposit withdrawal is on a reimbursement basis.
- Release of money is based on the amount requested.
- Applications for fixed deposit withdrawal are no longer permitted to be submitted by email.
- Incomplete documents will not be processed.
- Complete documents will be processed within 3 working days.
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Document Translation & Certification
Applicants should prepare supporting documents carefully before dealing with MM2H pass-related matters. The Immigration Department states that documents must be translated into English where required. Translations may be done by Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka, or by a Malaysian Embassy or Consulate General abroad.
Marriage certificates and birth certificates may also need Certified True Copy certification. According to the Immigration Department page, CTC certification may be done by a Malaysian Embassy or Consulate General abroad, or by a public notary in Malaysia.
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