DE Rantau Nomad Pass
Malaysia
Last updated: December 26, 2025
12 months (renewable)
$215-$108
4-8 weeks
Medium
About this Visa
The DE Rantau Nomad Pass is a work visa for remote workers and freelancers. You work for companies outside Malaysia and live here legally. This visa is specifically designed for digital nomads—not tourists. The visa is affordable, lets your family come, and is valid for up to 2 years. It gives you clear legal status to work remotely in Malaysia.
Key Benefits
- Work remotely for overseas companies without restrictions
- Bring spouse, children under 18, disabled children (any age), and parents
- Access to coworking spaces and nomad communities
- Enter and exit Malaysia freely
- Children can attend Malaysian schools (with separate application)
- Legal work status with no employer restrictions
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Age 18 or older
- Work remotely for non-Malaysian company or overseas clients
- Earn $24,000+ per year (tech) or $60,000+ per year (non-tech)
- Have valid health insurance
- Clean criminal record
- Passport valid 14+ months
- Can prove 3 months of income and employment
- Cannot work for Malaysian companies or take local jobs
Financial Requirement
Tech roles: earn at least $24,000 per year from remote work. Non-tech roles: earn at least $60,000 per year from remote work. Prove this with bank statements and contracts.
Documents
- PassportValid 14+ months, 6 blank pages
- Proof of overseas income3 months bank statements
- Employment contract or freelance contracts3+ months duration
- Recent payslips or invoicesIf employed or freelancer
- Health insuranceValid in Malaysia
- CVWork background
- Letter of good conductFrom your country, confirming no criminal record
- Education certificateHighest qualification
- Malaysian tax ID registrationRequired for all applicants
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.