PVIP Application Process
Step-by-step guide to the PVIP application process.
PVIP stands for “Malaysia Premium Visa Programme.” It has a maximum validity of 20 years (5+5+5+5) and is a long-term stay visa for high-net-worth individuals that permits residence, employment, business ownership, and study in Malaysia.
PVIP Application Requirements
PVIP stands for “Malaysia Premium Visa Programme.” It has a maximum validity of 20 years (5+5+5+5) and is a long-term stay visa for high-net-worth individuals that permits residence, employment, business ownership, and study in Malaysia. After expiration, it can be renewed for another 20 years. While MM2H visa has mandatory Malaysia residence requirements and property purchase conditions for visa holders under 50, PVIP has no residence obligation.
A New Visa Program Focused on Attracting High-Net-Worth Individuals
Generally speaking, there is a global trend toward stricter immigration policies for foreigners. However, Malaysia, being a multinational country, has been considered relatively easy to obtain visas. The traditional MM2H had as many as 8,000 applications per year at its peak.
The newly introduced Malaysia Premium Visa Programme (PVIP) is designed to attract high-net-worth individuals for long-term stays and investment. As a result, there are more applications from foreign companies rather than individuals. It is believed to be particularly aimed at attracting Foreign Direct Investment (FDI).
It is also suitable for educational relocation for international school enrollment, which has been gaining popularity!
(Cases where parents cannot obtain a guardian visa / Cases of choosing schools that don’t require student visa application / Cases where guardian visa application or renewal is considered troublesome)
| Applicant Age | 21 years or older |
|---|---|
| Validity Period | 20 years (5+5+5+5) |
| Participation Fee | Principal: RM200,000 (approx. USD 45,000) Dependents: RM100,000 (approx. USD 22,500)/person |
| Income Proof | Monthly income of RM40,000 or more (approx. USD 9,000) or Annual income of RM480,000 or more (approx. USD 108,000) |
| Fixed Deposit Amount | RM1,000,000 (approx. USD 225,000) After obtaining the approval letter, a fixed deposit must be made at a Malaysian bank before the visa issuance procedure. |
| Property Purchase | Not Required |
*Calculated at RM1 = USD 0.225
Partial Withdrawal of Fixed Deposit
- After obtaining the PVIP visa, half of the fixed deposit can be withdrawn after 1 year for property purchase, children’s education expenses, or medical expenses.
★The remaining RM500,000 must be maintained during the visa holding period.
Required Documents for PVIP Application
| 1. Applicant’s Passport (all pages) | Must have at least 24 months validity |
|---|---|
| 2. English Marriage Certificate (if spouse is applying) | If translating family register, authentication from Malaysian Embassy in Japan is required Or obtain an English marriage certificate from the Japanese Embassy |
| 3. English Birth Certificate (if children are applying) | |
| 4. Police Clearance Certificate | Obtain English certificate from police |
| 5. Income Certificate | Latest 3 months salary proof or 1 year income certificate. Not just salary, but rental income, dividends, and interest income can be combined. |
| 6. Bank Statement | Bank statement showing salary/income deposits |
| 7. 2 Passport Photos | Blue background (5.0cm x 3.5cm) |
| 8. Resume/CV | – |
| 9. Employment Certificate | Company letterhead and seal required. |
| 10. PVIP Application Form | Provided by our company |
| 11. IM 12 | Provided by our company |
| 12. Medical Certificate (Medical Form 1) | We provide the immigration-designated form. *Medical examination must be done in the passport issuing country (or country of residence). |
PVIP Application Process and Flow
Inquiry
Submit PVIP Application Documents to Cosmos Plan Sdn Bhd
- Cosmos Plan Sdn Bhd PVIP Application Form
- Consent Form
- Consent Form from family members (relatives) other than the applicant
- Applicant’s passport photo page
Payment of Application Fee (1st Payment)
- 20% of agent fee
- 1% of immigration participation fee
Submit PVIP Application Documents
Issuance of Approval Letter from Immigration
Payment of Application Fee (2nd Payment)
- 80% of agent fee
- 99% of immigration participation fee
Visa Issuance Procedure (In Malaysia)
- Open a bank account in Malaysia and deposit RM1,000,000 fixed deposit
- Medical examination at a Malaysian clinic
- Purchase medical insurance (under 60 years old)
- Our staff will go to immigration and obtain the PVIP visa
PVIP Application Fees
| Application Support Fees | ||
|---|---|---|
| New Application | Principal | RM60,000 (approx. USD 13,500) |
| Spouse | RM30,000 (approx. USD 6,750) | |
| Children/Parents/Parents-in-law | RM15,000 (approx. USD 3,375) | |
| Not Included in Support Fee | Actual costs (participation fee, security bond, visa fee, medical examination in home country, insurance, translation/authentication fees, etc.) Airfare and accommodation | |
Benefits: Services Included in Agent Processing Fee
- Transportation during application (Hotel pickup → Bank → Clinic)
- Either orientation tour (4 hours) or property tour (4 hours)
- Bank account opening (bank for PVIP fixed deposit)
- Bank account opening (additional account at one more bank)
- International school enrollment assistance for children (Premium plan: half price, Basic plan: free)
- Shopping support (up to 3 hours, once)
- Investment consultation
- Introduction to private banker
- Guidance and procedures for local medical insurance and car insurance in Malaysia
- Guidance and procedures for savings insurance and inheritance insurance
- Introduction to hospitals in Malaysia
- Introduction to accountants and lawyers in Malaysia
- Introduction to overseas tax specialists in Japan
- Will preparation support (lawyer fees for preparation are separate)
- Company establishment consultation (establishment fees are charged)
- Discount on real estate transaction brokerage fees for investment, purchase, and rental properties
Cosmos Plan Sdn. Bhd is the only Japanese company with an official local real estate brokerage license!
*The above support is valid within 6 months from the visa acquisition date.
Premium Visa Application Consultation and Acceptance in Japan
You can apply for a visa through Cosmos Plan Co., Ltd., the Japan general agency for Cosmos Plan Sdn.Bhd / Tropical Resort Lifestyle Sdn. Bhd, without coming to Malaysia. Individual consultations are available anytime by appointment. Application reception in Tokyo with comprehensive local support.
Japan General Agency: Cosmos Plan Co., Ltd.
- 2FB, Nihonbashi S&S Building, 17-14 Nihonbashi Kodenmacho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0001
- Phone: 03-6661-7683 / Fax: 03-6661-7684
- Email: admin@cosmosplan.jp
- Business Hours: Mon-Fri 10:00-19:00 / Closed: Sat, Sun, Holidays
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