Eligibility quiz
Do you work remotely in an IT or digital professional field?
How to apply
Applying onlineApplying online
Download your checklist
Download the DE Rantau Nomad Pass requirements checklist for a remote worker or freelancer, as applicable to you.
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Download the bond form
Download the Personal Bond form if your checklist asks for it.
Download the formFill in the form
Complete the Personal Bond form if your checklist asks you to provide it.
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Gather your documents
Prepare the required documents for your online application.
See required documentsFill in the application
Create an account or sign in on the DE Rantau application page, then fill in the online application. Select your employment type and upload clear PDF copies of your documents.
Start your applicationPay the fee online
Pay the application fee online as directed in the application.
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Submit your application
Submit your completed application online.
Submit your applicationWait for the decision
Check your application status online and respond if you are asked for more information or documents.
Check your statusEnter or stay lawfully
After approval, enter Malaysia with your approval and any visa or entry documents you need. If you are already in Malaysia, remain lawfully present while completing the pass process.
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Arrange medical insurance
If you have not already provided it, arrange medical insurance valid in Malaysia and submit the insurance certificate before your pass sticker is issued. It must have at least three months of validity.
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Apply for your sticker
Submit your approved application and passport to Malaysian Immigration or the designated DE Rantau pass service, and complete the required in-person or document-submission step. Pay the issuance charges as directed.
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Get your pass
Obtain your pass sticker or e-Pass after it is issued. You can then stay under the pass for its valid period and must follow its conditions.
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Documents needed
Family certificates and recordsFamily certificates and records
Birth certificates *
Provide birth records showing your relationship to your child or parent. If your child was adopted, provide the adoption record; for a stepchild, provide records showing the family relationship.
* Only if you are applying for a child or parent as a dependant.
May need translationMarriage or partnership records *
Provide your marriage certificate or evidence of your partnership with your dependant. Make sure it shows your relationship to each other.
* Only if you are applying for a spouse or partner as a dependant.
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Malaysia's DE Rantau Digital Nomad Member Community
English Facebook group for people living in Malaysia interested in Malaysian visas
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English Reddit group for people living in Malaysia interested in Malaysian visas
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English Facebook group for people living in Malaysia interested in Malaysian local life
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