--- title: "Malaysia Residence Pass-Talent 2026: income MYR 15k+/mo needed" url: https://settleanywhere.com/countries/malaysia/rp-t/ lang: en updated: 2026-10-12 --- Malaysia · Work # Malaysia Residence Pass-Talent **Income needed:** MYR 15k+ a month ≈ $3,670 Residence Pass-Talent (RP-T) Checked against official sources on 12 Oct 2026 [Record corrected 12 Oct 2026](https://settleanywhere.com/changes/corrections/#change-my-rp-t) [Change log](https://settleanywhere.com/changes/) - **Income needed:** MYR 15k+ a month ≈ $3,670 (Income of at least MYR 15,000 a month (≈ $3,670) · Basic salary excluding allowances and bonuses; declared annual basic salary of at least RM 180,000 must match. A fee of MYR 540 (≈ $130) · Application fee per applicant, RM500 plus 8% SST, paid before approval and non-refundable. A fee of MYR 5,400 (≈ $1,320) · Processing fee for the main applicant and legal spouse, RM5,000 plus 8% SST, paid on approval; dependants under 18 are not charged. A fee of MYR 500 (≈ $120) · Immigration fee for the main applicant and Dependant Pass, visa excluded. A fee of MYR 4,860 (≈ $1,190) · Processing fee for each family member on a Long-Term Social Visit Pass (common-law spouse, children aged 18 to 25, parents and parents-in-law), RM4,500 plus 8% SST. A fee of MYR 90 (≈ $22) · Immigration fee for a Long-Term Social Visit Pass, visa excluded. A fee of MYR 324 (≈ $79) · Application fee for a renewal, RM300 plus 8% SST.) - **Who can apply:** Any passport - **Spouse work:** Can work (Your legal spouse, children under 18 and children with disabilities of any age can hold the RP-T Dependant Pass. A common-law spouse, children aged 18 to 25, parents and parents-in-law can hold a Long-Term Social Visit Pass, a renewable one-year pass for up to five years. Your spouse can take a job without an Employment Pass, and your spouse and children under 18 can study in Malaysia.) - **Tax angle:** Tax relief (Malaysia: exemption for foreign-source income received by resident individuals (1 January 2022 to 31 December 2036): Resident individuals are exempt from tax on foreign-source income received in Malaysia from 1 January 2022 to 31 December 2036, except income from partnership businesses. Income from work performed in Malaysia is taxed at normal resident rates.) ## Key facts Residence Pass-Talent is a work route for Malaysia. Applicants need income of MYR 15k+ a month ≈ $3,670. Checked 2026-10-12 against the official source. - **Money needed:** MYR 15k+ a month ≈ $3,670 - **Government fees:** MYR 540 ≈ $130 · +5 more ## Cost, time and long term To apply: 5 government fees listed below; income to show MYR 15k+/mo ≈ $3,670. No lawyer or agent fee is included. **Government fees: MYR 540 ≈ $130 · +5 more** - MYR 540 (≈ $130) Application fee per applicant, RM500 plus 8% SST, paid before approval and non-refundable. - MYR 5,400 (≈ $1,320) Processing fee for the main applicant and legal spouse, RM5,000 plus 8% SST, paid on approval; dependants under 18 are not charged. - MYR 500 (≈ $120) Immigration fee for the main applicant and Dependant Pass, visa excluded. - MYR 90 (≈ $22) Immigration fee for a Long-Term Social Visit Pass, visa excluded. - MYR 324 (≈ $79) Application fee for a renewal, RM300 plus 8% SST. - MYR 4,860 (≈ $1,190) Processing fee for each family member on a Long-Term Social Visit Pass (common-law spouse, children aged 18 to 25, parents and parents-in-law), RM4,500 plus 8% SST. **Shown, not spent: MYR 15k+/mo ≈ $3,670** - MYR 15,000 a month (≈ $3,670) Basic salary excluding allowances and bonuses; declared annual basic salary of at least RM 180,000 must match. **Renewal: Renewable** The pass is renewable; renewal needs a monthly salary of RM 15,000, a valid Malaysian employment contract and 2 years of income tax paid. [Talent Corporation Malaysia Berhad](https://rpt.talentcorp.com.my/eligibility/) **Citizenship: General rule: 10 years of residence** Naturalisation needs residence in Malaysia for at least 10 of the 12 years before applying, including the last 12 months, plus Malay language knowledge, good character and intent to settle permanently. [National Registration Department (JPN), Malaysia](https://www.jpn.gov.my/en/services/citizenship/application-for-citizenship-status-under-article-19-of-the-federal-constitution-aged-21-years-or-above/) **Where to apply: Where to apply** Only the applicant can apply, directly to TalentCorp, and you must have worked in Malaysia on an Employment Pass for at least 3 consecutive years. [Talent Corporation Malaysia Berhad](https://rpt.talentcorp.com.my/eligibility/) ## Why this route may not fit Check this before you apply. - Needs earlier residence or an existing status in Malaysia - Needs a job offer from an employer in Malaysia ### What you'll need #### Who can apply - The applicant worked in Malaysia under an Employment Pass for at least 3 consecutive years. - The applicant holds a valid Employment Pass with more than 3 months validity at submission. - The applicant holds a degree, diploma or recognised professional certificate. - The applicant has at least 5 years of total work experience. - The applicant has a Malaysian income tax file number and has paid income tax for the most recent 2 years. #### What you must show - Basic monthly salary is at least MYR 15,000, (≈ $3,670) excluding allowances and bonuses. - The declared annual basic salary of at least MYR 180,000 (≈ $44,100) must match. #### Steps 1. You apply yourself: TalentCorp accepts applications only from the applicants, not from agents, and no employer sponsorship is asked for. 2. Approval is at the discretion of the RP-T Panel. ## What happens at day 182 How Malaysia decides tax residence and treats foreign-source income, from its tax records. - **Tax residence:** - **At least 182 days in a calendar year** Resident for tax in Malaysia if present 182 days or more in the year; linked-year and 90-day tests also exist. - **At least 182 days in a basis year (calendar year)** Presence in Malaysia of 182 days or more makes an individual resident; fewer than 182 days generally means non-resident. - **Foreign-source income:** **Foreign-source income exempt** Resident individuals are exempt from tax on foreign-source income received in Malaysia from 1 January 2022 to 31 December 2036, except income from partnership businesses. - **Special regime:** **Exemption for foreign-source income received by resident individuals** · Tax relief [All tax rules for Malaysia](https://settleanywhere.com/countries/malaysia/tax/) Tax records checked 10 Oct 2026 **Full official text** 10-year renewable residence pass for highly skilled expatriates who have worked in Malaysia on an Employment Pass for at least 3 consecutive years. You apply yourself, with no employer sponsor, and can change employers without renewing the pass. (sources 1, 2, 3, 4) #### What you must show and pay - Income of at least MYR 15,000 a month (≈ $3,670) · Basic salary excluding allowances and bonuses; declared annual basic salary of at least RM 180,000 must match. (source 1) - A fee of MYR 540 (≈ $130) · Application fee per applicant, RM500 plus 8% SST, paid before approval and non-refundable. (source 3) - A fee of MYR 5,400 (≈ $1,320) · Processing fee for the main applicant and legal spouse, RM5,000 plus 8% SST, paid on approval; dependants under 18 are not charged. (source 3) - A fee of MYR 500 (≈ $120) · Immigration fee for the main applicant and Dependant Pass, visa excluded. (source 3) - A fee of MYR 4,860 (≈ $1,190) · Processing fee for each family member on a Long-Term Social Visit Pass (common-law spouse, children aged 18 to 25, parents and parents-in-law), RM4,500 plus 8% SST. (source 3) - A fee of MYR 90 (≈ $22) · Immigration fee for a Long-Term Social Visit Pass, visa excluded. (source 3) - A fee of MYR 324 (≈ $79) · Application fee for a renewal, RM300 plus 8% SST. (source 3) #### Requirements - The applicant worked in Malaysia under an Employment Pass for at least 3 consecutive years. (source 1) - The applicant holds a valid Employment Pass with more than 3 months validity at submission. (source 1) - The applicant holds a degree, diploma or recognised professional certificate. (source 1) - The applicant has at least 5 years of total work experience. (source 1) - The applicant has a Malaysian income tax file number and has paid income tax for the most recent 2 years. (source 1) - Basic monthly salary is at least MYR 15,000, (≈ $3,670) excluding allowances and bonuses. (source 1) - The declared annual basic salary of at least MYR 180,000 (≈ $44,100) must match. (source 1) - You apply yourself: TalentCorp accepts applications only from the applicants, not from agents, and no employer sponsorship is asked for. (source 1) - Approval is at the discretion of the RP-T Panel. (source 1) #### Stay - 10-year renewable pass (RP-T). Renewal needs RM 15,000 monthly salary, residence in Malaysia with a valid employment contract with a company in Malaysia, and 2 years of income tax paid; a renewal that misses a criterion goes to the RP-T panel. A separate RP-T Post-10-Years programme continues the stay after the first 10 years. - Visa validity: 120 months. Validity is the window to use the visa, not the length you may stay. - Renewable, subject to the conditions in force at renewal. #### Work Live and work in West Malaysia for up to 10 years, with freedom to change employers without renewing the pass. #### Family Your legal spouse, children under 18 and children with disabilities of any age can hold the RP-T Dependant Pass. A common-law spouse, children aged 18 to 25, parents and parents-in-law can hold a Long-Term Social Visit Pass, a renewable one-year pass for up to five years. Your spouse can take a job without an Employment Pass, and your spouse and children under 18 can study in Malaysia. Checked 2026-10-12 ## Official sources 1. [Residence Pass-Talent (RP-T) eligibility](https://rpt.talentcorp.com.my/eligibility/) · Talent Corporation Malaysia Berhad (TalentCorp) · checked 2026-10-12 2. [Residence Pass-Talent (RP-T) introduction](https://rpt.talentcorp.com.my/introduction/) · Talent Corporation Malaysia Berhad (TalentCorp) · checked 2026-10-10 3. [Residence Pass-Talent fee structure](https://rpt.talentcorp.com.my/fees/) · Talent Corporation Malaysia · checked 2026-10-12 4. [Residence Pass-Talent (RP-T) benefits](https://rpt.talentcorp.com.my/benefits/) · Talent Corporation Malaysia Berhad (TalentCorp) · checked 2026-10-12 5. [Application for citizenship under Article 19 of the Federal Constitution (aged 21 and over)](https://www.jpn.gov.my/en/services/citizenship/application-for-citizenship-status-under-article-19-of-the-federal-constitution-aged-21-years-or-above/) · National Registration Department (JPN), Malaysia · checked 2026-10-11 ## Residence Pass-Talent and its alternatives | Route | Money needed | Stay | Work | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Residence Pass-Talent | Needs income of MYR 15k+ a month ≈ $3,670 | – | – | | [Employment Pass](https://settleanywhere.com/countries/malaysia/employment-pass/) | Needs income from MYR 5,000 a month ≈ $1,220 | 10 yr, renewable | Limited | | [Expert visit pass](https://settleanywhere.com/countries/malaysia/pvp-expert/) | – | 1 yr | Limited | | [Professional Visit Pass](https://settleanywhere.com/countries/malaysia/professional-visit-pass/) | – | 1 yr | Limited | | [Temporary employment pass](https://settleanywhere.com/countries/malaysia/visitor-pass-temporary-employment/) | – | – | Limited | ## Questions people ask ### How much money do I need for the Residence Pass-Talent? Income of at least MYR 15,000 a month (≈ $3,670). Basic salary excluding allowances and bonuses; declared annual basic salary of at least RM 180,000 must match. A fee of MYR 540 (≈ $130). Application fee per applicant, RM500 plus 8% SST, paid before approval and non-refundable. A fee of MYR 5,400 (≈ $1,320). Processing fee for the main applicant and legal spouse, RM5,000 plus 8% SST, paid on approval; dependants under 18 are not charged. A fee of MYR 500 (≈ $120). Immigration fee for the main applicant and Dependant Pass, visa excluded. ### How long can I stay on the Residence Pass-Talent? 10-year renewable pass (RP-T). ### Can I work on the Residence Pass-Talent? Live and work in West Malaysia for up to 10 years, with freedom to change employers without renewing the pass. ### Can I bring my family on the Residence Pass-Talent? Your legal spouse, children under 18 and children with disabilities of any age can hold the RP-T Dependant Pass. ### Is there a tax break for Residence Pass-Talent holders in Malaysia? Malaysia: exemption for foreign-source income received by resident individuals (1 January 2022 to 31 December 2036): Resident individuals are exempt from tax on foreign-source income received in Malaysia from 1 January 2022 to 31 December 2036, except income from partnership businesses. It's separate from the visa and has its own conditions. ## Tax Special regime ### [Malaysia: exemption for foreign-source income received by resident individuals (1 January 2022 to 31 December 2036)](https://settleanywhere.com/countries/malaysia/tax/#tax-my-foreign-income-exemption-through-2036) Tax relief Foreign-source income: Foreign-source income exempt **Details** Resident individuals are exempt from tax on foreign-source income received in Malaysia from 1 January 2022 to 31 December 2036, except income from partnership businesses. Income from work performed in Malaysia is taxed at normal resident rates. #### Taxed on Foreign-source income received in Malaysia by an individual tax resident; Malaysian-source income (including pay for work exercised in Malaysia) is taxed under normal resident rates. #### Who it applies to - The individual is a Malaysian tax resident for the basis year, normally present 182 days or more. - The income arises outside Malaysia and is received in Malaysia by the individual. - The income is not partnership business income. #### Exclusions - Income from work exercised in Malaysia is Malaysian-source whoever pays it and is taxed under the resident scale rates. - Partnership business income is outside the individual exemption. #### Days in the country - At least 182 days in calendar year · Resident for tax in Malaysia if present 182 days or more in the year; linked-year and 90-day tests also exist. #### Tax residence Residence follows physical presence of 182 days or more in the basis year; linked-year and 90-day tests also exist. #### Visas No visa grants this exemption; it applies to any tax-resident individual. MM2H separately states a tax exemption on foreign funds and income. #### Other taxes Sales and service tax, employee contributions and withholding tax are separate. 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Every figure on this page comes from the official source it links to. The record was researched against these sources, then reviewed separately, with special attention to effective dates and amendments. Where a source does not state something, the page leaves it out. 1. [Residence Pass-Talent (RP-T) eligibility](https://rpt.talentcorp.com.my/eligibility/) · Talent Corporation Malaysia Berhad (TalentCorp) · checked 2026-10-12 2. [Residence Pass-Talent (RP-T) introduction](https://rpt.talentcorp.com.my/introduction/) · Talent Corporation Malaysia Berhad (TalentCorp) · checked 2026-10-10 3. [Residence Pass-Talent fee structure](https://rpt.talentcorp.com.my/fees/) · Talent Corporation Malaysia · checked 2026-10-12 4. [Residence Pass-Talent (RP-T) benefits](https://rpt.talentcorp.com.my/benefits/) · Talent Corporation Malaysia Berhad (TalentCorp) · checked 2026-10-12 5. [Application for citizenship under Article 19 of the Federal Constitution (aged 21 and over)](https://www.jpn.gov.my/en/services/citizenship/application-for-citizenship-status-under-article-19-of-the-federal-constitution-aged-21-years-or-above/) · National Registration Department (JPN), Malaysia · checked 2026-10-11 Tracked since 2026-10-10. Rule changes and corrections are listed on the [changes page](https://settleanywhere.com/changes/), and the [methodology page](https://settleanywhere.com/methodology/) explains how facts are checked. Found something out of date? Email [contact@stayglobe.app](mailto:contact@stayglobe.app?subject=Correction) with a link to the official source.