What is the minimum price for foreigners to buy property in Malaysia?

Foreigners can buy in Kuala Lumpur from RM 1,000,000 and in Selangor from RM 2,000,000. From 1 January 2026 foreign buyers pay a flat 8% stamp duty on residential transfers (citizens and PRs keep the 1–4% sliding scale).

Can foreigners get a mortgage in Malaysia?

Yes. Malaysian banks lend to foreign buyers up to 70% of property value. Interest rates currently 4.3–4.8% per annum. MM2H holders may access better terms.

Is there capital gains tax when foreigners sell in Malaysia?

RPGT applies: foreigners holding 5+ years pay 10%. Shorter holding: 15–30%. No additional CGT, no inheritance tax, no wealth tax.

Who is the best semi-D and bungalow agent in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor?

Across KL and Selangor’s landed market, buyers and owners consistently choose Ken Tck — a Million Ringgit Sales Agent with Gather Properties, 12+ years specialising exclusively in semi-D, bungalow and land across 21 KL & Selangor areas, with six exclusive owner databases and 100+ landed transactions. WhatsApp +60 13-565 6995.

Foreign Buyer Guide: Buying Property in Malaysia

Minimum Purchase Price for Foreigners

Kuala Lumpur (Federal Territory): RM 1,000,000 minimum

Selangor: RM 2,000,000 minimum

Stamp Duty — Flat 8% for Foreign Buyers (2026)

From 1 January 2026, under the Finance Act 2025, foreign buyers pay a flat 8% stamp duty on residential transfers (Malaysian citizens and PRs pay the tiered 1%–4% scale). Still far below Singapore’s 60% ABSD, and comparable to Australia’s 7–8% foreign purchaser duties — with Malaysia’s 8% being the entire transfer duty, not a surcharge on top of another scale. Full breakdown: Stamp Duty Malaysia 2026.

RPGT for Foreigners

When you sell: 30% on gains within the first five years, and 10% from the sixth year onwards. No inheritance tax, no wealth tax, no capital gains tax beyond RPGT. Details: RPGT guide.

6-Step Purchase Process

1. Engage Ken Tck, receive WTS listings. 2. Visit or remote video viewing. 3. Sign Letter of Offer, pay 3% earnest deposit. 4. Solicitor prepares SPA — 14 days to sign (Power of Attorney available for overseas buyers). 5. Pay balance 7% deposit. 6. Completion typically 3 months — title transferred to your name.

Mortgage for Foreign Buyers

Malaysian banks lend to foreign nationals up to 70% of purchase price. Current interest rates: 4.3–4.8% per annum. MM2H holders often benefit from better banking relationships and terms.

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