Digital Nomad Visa
Overview of Digital Nomad Visa (DE Rantau).
About Digital Nomad Visa
| Domain of Profession | IT (Various – Software Development, UX, UI, Cloud, Cybersecurity, Blockchain, AI, Machine Learning, Data-related, etc.), Digital Marketing, Digital Creative Content, Digital Content Development (All digital domain-related work) |
Digital Nomad Visa Application Requirements
Required Documents / Jurisdiction: MDEC (Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation)
| 1 | Full passport copy | At least 6 blank pages required |
| 2 | Passport-sized ID photo Blue background 35mm × 50mm Face from chin to forehead: 25mm × 30mm Eyes open, mouth closed No hat, hair not covering face | 2 copies |
| 3 | Resume/CV | English translation + certification |
| 4 | Project plan/Contract Preferably a plan of 3 months or longer | English translation + certification |
| 5 | Proof of income (payslip acceptable) USD 24,000 or more | English translation + certification |
| 6 | Annual income certificate (tax withholding slip) / Tax return / Municipal tax certificate and 3 months of bank statements | English translation + certification |
| 7 | Police clearance certificate (obtained from country of nationality) | From prefectural office or embassy of home country |
| 8 | Personal Bond | Sign document on website |
| 9 | Medical insurance | Coverage valid in Malaysia |
| 10 | Additional (optional): Family register if accompanied by spouse or children | English translation + certification |
| 11 | MDEC application fee: RM1,000 for principal / RM500 for dependents |
* Income from outside Malaysia is not taxed in Malaysia, but work contracted with Malaysian companies is taxable
* Visa for nomad workers up to 2 years / Residence in Malaysia with spouse and children is possible
* Bank accounts usually cannot be opened
The application process for police clearance differs from MM2H, so please consult us.
For specialized translations such as project plans, we will discuss the translation method with you.
Contact: Cosmos Plan Co., Ltd. 03-6661-7683
17-14 Nihonbashi Kodenmacho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Nihonbashi S&S Building 2FB
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