Our processing fee
This is what NomadsVisa charges to prepare and lodge your application, quoted upfront with nothing added later.
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Processing fee (per applicant) | RM 1,000 (incl. 8% SST) | Non-refundable — applies even if rejected, cancelled, or withdrawn |
| Processing fee (per dependent) | RM 500 (incl. 8% SST) | Non-refundable |
Government fees
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple-Entry Visa | Varies by nationality | Set by the Immigration Department |
The refundable bond
If you can't find a company sponsor, MDEC can sponsor you — which requires a personal / security bond, refunded when your pass expires. The amount depends on your nationality. Indicative bands:
| Bond | Example nationalities |
|---|---|
| RM 2,000 | USA, Canada, Colombia, and several African nations |
| RM 1,500 | Australia, China, Europe, Saudi Arabia, Iran, Taiwan, Vietnam, “Others” |
| RM 1,000 | Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Macao |
| RM 750 | India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nepal, Myanmar, Philippines |
| RM 500 | Indonesia |
| RM 300 | Thailand |
| RM 200 | Singapore |
Bond amounts come from MDEC's fee table and can change — always confirm the current figure for your nationality at mdec.my/derantau.
So what's the total?
Roughly: our non-refundable processing fee (RM 1,000) + any MEV charge + a refundable bond (RM 200–2,000 depending on nationality). Dependents add RM 500 each. Everything is quoted upfront, with our fee shown separately from any government charge.
Renewals
MDEC says there are currently no changes to the renewal fee under the Enhanced Framework (effective 1 December 2026), though it may review it in future with notice through official channels. Application and renewal fees are non-refundable once processing starts — whether the application is approved, rejected or withdrawn.
