Malaysia · Digital Nomad Visa

DE Rantau Nomad Pass

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✓ Verified against the official government source · Last verified 2026-06-21 · Our methodology

3.5/10 diff

Moderate

DADOS1-FIX 2026-07-11 (Claude): income_min_eur preenchido (era NULL) = 2000 USD / 1.143747 (wte_v2.exchange_rates, verif…

Min income

€1,749/mo

Processing

—

Path to PR

Job offer

Not required

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Direct answer

DADOS1-FIX 2026-07-11 (Claude): income_min_eur preenchido (era NULL) = 2000 USD / 1.143747 (wte_v2.exchange_rates, verified 2026-07-06), evidência já existente (mdec.my).

At a Glance

Visa Duration

12 months

Processing Time

—

Min Income

€1,749/mo

Path to PR

Difficulty

3/10 — Moderate

Eligibility Requirements

Requirement	Details
Age Range	18–65
Job Offer Required	No
Sponsorship Required	No
Health Insurance Required	No
Passport Restrictions	Excludes: IL

Financial Requirements

Item	Amount
Minimum Income	€1,749/mo

Application Timeline

Eligibility Assessment & Document Preparation

7–21 days

Verify digital profession eligibility, prepare income proof, gather supporting documents, secure health insurance

Blocker: Must meet minimum income requirements (USD 24K for tech, USD 60K for non-tech), valid health insurance required

Online Application Submission

1–3 days

Submit application through DE Rantau portal, upload documents, pay application fees

Blocker: Complete documentation upload, payment processing, application form accuracy

MDEC Review & Approval

14–56 days

MDEC reviews application, verifies eligibility and documentation, conducts due diligence checks

Blocker: Additional documentation requests, profession verification, income source validation

Entry & Pass Endorsement

7–14 days

Enter Malaysia with approval letter, visit MDEC Cyberjaya for pass sticker endorsement within 7 days

Blocker: Pass sticker endorsement appointment, immigration entry procedures

Family & Rights

Right	Details
Path to Permanent Residency	No

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

Kuala Lumpur

Single (monthly)€875

Family (monthly)€1,771

Rent 1BR (center)€458

Groceries€219

Transport pass€52

Penang (George Town)

Single (monthly)€667

Family (monthly)€1,354

Rent 1BR (center)€312

Groceries€167

Transport pass€40

Johor Bahru

Single (monthly)€583

Family (monthly)€1,208

Rent 1BR (center)€250

Groceries€146

Transport pass€35

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the DE Rantau Nomad Pass?

DADOS1-FIX 2026-07-11 (Claude): income_min_eur preenchido (era NULL) = 2000 USD / 1.143747 (wte_v2.exchange_rates, verified 2026-07-06), evidência já existente (mdec.my).

What are the financial requirements for the DE Rantau Nomad Pass?

Applicants need minimum income of €1,749/mo. Additional costs may include relocation expenses, insurance, and document attestation.

Can the DE Rantau Nomad Pass lead to permanent residency?

No — this is a temporary pathway and does not itself lead to permanent residence. Holders often switch to a different route to pursue settlement.

Are there alternative pathways to Malaysia?

Yes. Malaysia offers 6 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our Malaysia country page.

What is the cost of living in Malaysia?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Kuala Lumpur: €875/mo; Penang (George Town): €667/mo; Johor Bahru: €583/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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Official source

Requirements on this page are based on this official/primary source:

mdec.my

Data last verified: 2026-06-21 · See our methodology

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