Malaysia Tech Entrepreneur Programme (MTEP)
Malaysia
Last updated: December 26, 2025
1 year (renewable)
$472-$1063
4-6 weeks
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About this Visa
This visa lets you move to Malaysia to start or run a tech business. You can get it if you have an innovative tech idea or an already-working tech company. It's one of the easiest ways for entrepreneurs to get long-term residence in Malaysia. The visa lets you work for yourself, bring your family, and stay for 1 to 5 years. You can renew it multiple times. Your spouse can work without needing a separate permit. What makes it special: No monthly income requirement. You just need RM 50,000 in the bank (about $12,230 USD). No minimum amount of time you must spend in Malaysia per year.
Key Benefits
- Work for yourself - start and run your own tech business
- Bring family - spouse and children under 18 can live with you
- Spouse can work - no separate work permit needed
- No stay requirement - no minimum days in Malaysia per year
- Run multiple businesses - manage more than one tech venture
- Invest in companies - invest in other Malaysian tech startups
- No capital gains tax - no tax on investment profits
- Renew your visa - after 5 years, renew for another 5 years
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be 18 or older with no maximum age limit
- Have a tech business idea or already run a tech company
- Were in business 2+ years for experienced option (new businesses get 1 year)
- Show RM 50,000 in the bank - proof of financial stability
- Have no criminal record - certificate from embassy proves this
- Your business is in eligible tech sectors: AgriTech, HealthTech, Drones, Fintech, Smart Cities, Clean Energy, Cyber Security, Smart Transportation, AI, Blockchain, Big Data, IoT
- Speak and write English - application must be in English
- Are a tech founder, CEO, or investor - not a consultant or service provider
- Not eligible for trading/reselling goods, manufacturing, software consulting, freelancing, or co-working spaces
Financial Requirement
RM 50,000 ($12,230 USD) in personal bank account. Show 3 months of bank statements as proof. Money can be in any bank, even outside Malaysia.
Documents
- Valid passportAt least 6 months validity remaining
- Resume/CVShowing your work experience
- Business planWhat you want to do in Malaysia
- Bank statements3 months showing RM 50,000 minimum
- Character certificateFrom your home country's embassy
- Proof of residenceUtility bill or lease agreement
- Business recordsIf you already have a company - 2-year audited financials
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.