Head to head
Malaysia vs New Zealand
Three key differences
- Indicative total: Malaysia runs $2,852,800 below New Zealand.
- Upper timeline: Malaysia is 6 months shorter than New Zealand.
- Residency: Malaysia at 90 d/yr vs New Zealand at 7 d/yr.
Field
Malaysia
New Zealand
Status type
Long-term residence
Long-term residence
Min. investment
$150,000
$3,000,000
Government & due diligence
$1,200
$4,000
Service fee
$500–$8,000, by program
$500–$8,000, by program
Indicative total (1 applicant)
$151,200
$3,004,000
Timeline
3–6 mo
6–12 mo
Residency
90 d/yr
7 d/yr
Visit required
Yes
Yes
Eligible family
配偶 + 34岁以下未婚子女 + 60岁以上父母
配偶 + 24岁以下子女
Dual citizenship
N/A
N/A
Worldwide taxation
No
No
Quota & backlog
None
None
● Numerically favourable on that line. A number, not a recommendation — no program wins every line.
Figures reflect prevailing industry terms, compiled 2026-08-11. Rules and fees change without notice; official announcements and a case-by-case assessment govern. Totals exclude the service fee, which runs $500–$8,000 by program.