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What is DE Rantau?
DE Rantau is Malaysia’s digital nomad pass, for remote workers and freelancers earning income from foreign clients or employers while living in Malaysia.
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Who does it apply to?
Remote workers and freelancers with foreign-sourced income.
Key facts
- It is for foreign-sourced income. It does not authorise working for a Malaysian employer.
- Sarawak operates its own DE Rantau pass alongside the federal programme.
- It is assessed on your income and the nature of your remote work. A local job offer plays no part.
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Sources
- Immigration Department of Malaysia Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia
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