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For International & Cross-Border Buyers

Buy Property in Malaysia from Anywhere

Our international desk handles the cross-border details, from financing to foreign-ownership rules to remote viewings, so distance isn't a barrier.

Buying From Abroad, Simplified

A Dedicated International Desk

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Remote-Friendly Process

Virtual viewings, remote document signing, and clear timelines built for buyers overseas.

Foreign Ownership Guidance

We walk you through eligibility, minimum purchase thresholds, and the approvals foreign buyers need.

One Dedicated Contact

A single international-desk contact coordinates everything on the ground for you.

How It Works

How Buying From Abroad Works

1

Remote Consultation

Share your goals and budget over a call, from wherever you are.

2

Eligibility & Documents

We walk you through the paperwork foreign buyers need.

3

Virtual Viewings

See shortlisted properties without booking a flight.

4

Remote Signing

Complete signing and handover coordination from abroad.

Built for Buyers Overseas

Remote

Document Signing

Complete the paperwork without visiting in person.

Multi-Currency

Payment Coordination

Your desk coordinates payments across currencies.

1:1

Single Point of Contact

One international-desk contact for the whole process.

Guided

Ownership Eligibility

Clear guidance on foreign-ownership rules and thresholds.

What Foreign Buyers Need to Know

RM1M+*

Minimum Purchase Price

Varies by state; your desk will confirm the current threshold for your target location.

4-8%*

Foreign Buyer Stamp Duty

Higher than the local rate; applies on top of the purchase price.

Required*

State Authority Consent

A mandatory approval step for foreign purchases, arranged by your lawyer.

*General guidance only, thresholds and rates vary by state and change over time; your international-desk contact will confirm current figures.

Try It Yourself

Estimate Your Mortgage

Check what your monthly repayments could look like before you buy from abroad.

Try It Yourself

Estimate Rental Yield

Check the return on a property before you commit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can foreigners buy property in Malaysia?

Yes, subject to a minimum purchase price and state-specific rules, which vary by location and property type. Your international-desk contact will confirm what applies to you.

Do I need to visit in person?

No, viewings, document signing, and most of the process can be handled remotely, though some buyers choose to visit before finalizing.

Is there a minimum purchase price for foreign buyers?

Yes, thresholds vary by state and property type. Tell us your target location and your international-desk contact will confirm the current figure.

How do international payments work?

Your international desk coordinates payment timing and currency conversion alongside your bank or remittance provider.

How long does the process take from abroad?

For a typical subsale purchase, expect 3 to 6 months from offer to keys. Legal due diligence alone can take 1 to 3 months, most of which is handled by your lawyer without you needing to be present.

Do I need State Authority Consent to buy?

Yes. Foreign purchases require State Authority Consent, a mandatory approval step. Your lawyer arranges this as part of the legal checks.

Ready to Buy from Abroad? Let's Talk.

Fill in the form and our international desk will reach out within 24 hours to walk you through the process from wherever you are.

What happens next?

  • An international-desk contact reaches out within 24 hours
  • Guidance on foreign-ownership rules for your target location
  • A shortlist matched to your budget and country of residence

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