Malaysia popular choice among Hongkongers seeking safety haven

Most emigration consulting agencies have received a lot more inquiries about MM2H as protests have raged in Hong Kong in the past few months, while exhibitions featuring Malaysian property have been mobbed by Hong Kong people.

HONG KONG: The current social unrest in Hong Kong has led to a rising number of applications for emigration.

Malaysia has been one of the most popular destinations thanks to the MM2H (Malaysia My Second Home) programme which allows Hongkongers to obtain a 10-year residence permit without having to move to Malaysia.

Most emigration consulting agencies have received a lot more inquiries about MM2H as protests have raged in Hong Kong in the past few months, while exhibitions featuring Malaysian property have been mobbed by Hong Kong people.

The beauty of this emigration initiative is that you are not required to move and live in Malaysia, and the cost of investment is incredibly low. If something serious happens, or if it becomes too dismal to stay in Hong Kong, you can move straight away.

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