Applying for Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) Yourself: Episode 3 - A Guide
This article discusses applying for the Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) program independently, focusing on the process and potential cost-saving strategies. This guide is based on insights from individuals who have gone through the self-application process. Remember this is for reference only and details may change.
Initial Application Steps
The initial application process involves several key steps:
- Online Application: Begin by completing the online application form on the official Malaysia MM2H website. After submitting the form, you should immediately receive a confirmation email from the MM2H Center.
- Form Printing and Completion: Print the application form and fill in your passport number and name.
- Submission to the Hong Kong Embassy: Visit the Hong Kong embassy in Malaysia, located on the 24th floor of Malay Sanga Tower in Kuala Lumpur. Bring your identification card, passport, a copy of your ID, and two copies of the application fee (approximately HK$42).
- Follow-up and Documentation: After submitting your documents, you will receive a blue reply. Approximately four working days after receiving the blue reply, you'll be notified to return to the Malay Sanga Tower. Bring required documents to the police headquarters on the 14th floor.
Police Clearance and ID Application
A crucial part of the application involves obtaining police clearance.
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Download the necessary forms from the police website to apply for your criminal record.
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The application form for the criminal record is included in the application form, and a certificate of consent to approve the criminal record of copyright infringement. Also provide a data collection form and a support letter for the Hong Kong police.
Once you have these documents, apply for your ID card. After the processing is complete, your passport will be sent directly to the Malaysian consulate, typically taking around a month. The MM2H Center will notify you when your passport has been sent. After that, you can retrieve your passport from the Malaysian consulate.
Preparing and Submitting Documents
After receiving all required documents, you'll have a checklist to ensure everything is complete before sending everything to Malaysia to officially apply for the second home program.
Certification of Documents: Hong Kong vs. Malaysia
A significant point of consideration is where to certify your documents. The application process often requires certified copies of documents. The question is whether to do this in Hong Kong or Malaysia.
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Challenge: Determining if Malaysia and Singapore will accept official documents certified in Hong Kong can be difficult.
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Recommendation: It may be more efficient and cost-effective to handle fair trade in Malaysia and hand over documents in Malaysia.
Certifying Documents in Hong Kong
There are a few options to certify your documents in Hong Kong.
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Hong Kong International Court of Justices: A directory of justices in Hong Kong can be found online.
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Police Department (Certified True Copy): For documents like passports, birth certificates, and marriage certificates, you can apply for a Certified True Copy at the Police Department. You won't need a lawyer or engineer.
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Lawyers: For bank statements or receipts, you will need to use a lawyer.
Costs for certifications in Hong Kong can vary. Some lawyers charge HK$900, while others charge up to HK$2,000. A cheaper option is to go to the police station for documents like marriage certificates and passports, which could cost around $1200 for the three documents. Bank statements and bills can cost around HK$4,500.
Certifying Documents in Malaysia
Finding a local law firm in Malaysia to certify documents is usually cheaper than in Hong Kong. Some may not be allowed to work in Hong Kong. Therefore, certifying them in Malaysia is usually the better option. Expect to pay around HK$30 per signature, or HK$50 per document. For 14 documents, HK$1,100 should be enough.
Insurance Deposit
You will need to pay an insurance deposit during the application process. According to the Malaysian Immigration Act, each person's deposit amount will vary, ranging from HK$200 to HK$2,000.
Medical Examination
Once your application is approved, you will be notified and will need to personally visit Malaysia to undergo a medical examination, report, and obtain a certificate. The medical examination is generally simple, mainly assessing your hearing and vision.
Final Thoughts
The information presented here is based on experiences of former self-employed applicants and intended for reference. The speaker hopes this information is helpful, and encourages viewers to like, share, and subscribe to the channel for more content.