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MM2H Malaysia 2026: Requirements, Categories & How to Apply
Malaysia has long been a preferred destination for individuals and families who want a safe, vibrant and globally connected place to call their second home. With modern infrastructure, a tropical climate, quality international schools and hospitals, and a rich multicultural lifestyle, the Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) visa programme remains one of Asia’s most attractive long-term stay options.
UK Sponsor Guidance Updated – Key Changes for Sponsor Licence Holders (March 2026)
Recent updates to the UK Sponsor Guidance introduce new compliance obligations for employers holding a sponsor licence. The Home Office changes clarify employer responsibilities around worker rights, role eligibility, and reporting duties. Businesses sponsoring migrant workers should review these updates to ensure their sponsor licence compliance processes remain aligned with current guidance.
Australia Increases Skilled Visa Salary Thresholds from 1 July 2026
The Australian Government has confirmed that the minimum salary thresholds for employer-sponsored skilled visas will increase from 1 July 2026 as part of the annual indexation process.
The thresholds will rise by approximately 3.8–3.9%, reflecting annual growth in Average Weekly Ordinary Time Earnings (AWOTE) published by the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
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We provide comprehensive immigration solutions including sponsor licence applications, Skilled Worker visas, Global Mobility, compliance audits, right to work checks, and strategic immigration planning for multinational businesses.
Yes, we advise on UK inbound immigration as well as outbound and cross-border immigration solutions through our international network of trusted partners. We have our own offices in Dubai and Riyadh offering inbound immigration services into these regions.
We guide clients through every stage of the sponsor licence process, from eligibility assessment and document preparation to submission, compliance, and post-licence support.
We support all UK business visa categories including Skilled Worker, Global Business Mobility routes, Senior or Specialist Worker visas, Graduate Trainee visas, and Innovator Founder visas.
Absolutely. We offer tailored solutions for intra-company transfers, ensuring employees and their families experience a seamless relocation process.
Processing times vary depending on country of application and priority options. Generally, it takes 3-8 weeks from submission, though we can advise on fast-tracking and avoidable delays.
As a sponsor, you're responsible for monitoring sponsored employees, keeping accurate records, reporting certain events to the Home Office, and complying with immigration rules. We can provide ongoing compliance support and audits.
Yes. We conduct mock audits, provide training for HR teams, and ensure your systems are robust and inspection-ready.
Yes. Many of our corporate clients choose a retainer arrangement for continuous, on-demand immigration advice, strategic planning, and compliance oversight.
We work closely with in-house counsel and HR leaders to develop scalable global mobility strategies, ensuring legal compliance and alignment with business goals across multiple jurisdictions.
We offer transparent and competitive pricing tailored to the complexity and scale of each matter. Options include fixed fees, retainers, or hourly billing where appropriate.
Contact us directly via our website, phone, or email to arrange an initial consultation. We'll assess your needs and propose a bespoke immigration support plan.
The Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme is a long-term residency visa allowing foreign nationals to live in Malaysia under a structured financial and property-based framework. The programme offers four categories — Silver (5-year), Gold (15-year), Platinum (20-year) and SEZ (10-year) — each with different fixed deposit and property purchase requirements. Hudson McKenzie provides specialist MM2H advisory and application support from our London office.
Yes. Hudson McKenzie has a dedicated office on the 25th Floor of Sheikh Rashid Tower, Dubai World Trade Centre. Our Dubai team advises individuals and businesses on UAE visas, UAE Golden Visa applications, residency permits, and UK immigration matters for clients based in the Gulf region. You can reach our Dubai office directly at +971 (0) 54 249 4303.
The Saudi Premium Residency — often referred to as the Saudi Green Card — is a long-term residency programme allowing eligible foreign nationals to live, work and invest in Saudi Arabia without requiring a local sponsor. It is a key initiative under Saudi Vision 2030. Hudson McKenzie's Riyadh office provides expert legal guidance on eligibility, application structuring and compliance for the Saudi Premium Residency programme.
Yes. Hudson McKenzie advises on UAE Golden Visa applications for investors, entrepreneurs, skilled professionals and individuals of exceptional talent. The Golden Visa provides long-term UAE residency of 5 or 10 years without the need for a local sponsor. Our Dubai office handles UAE Golden Visa applications directly and can assess your eligibility as part of an initial consultation.
Our London office is located at Berkeley Square House, Berkeley Square, Mayfair, London W1J 6BD. We advise businesses and individuals on all areas of UK immigration law including Skilled Worker visas, sponsor licences, global mobility, British citizenship and international residency programmes. You can reach our London team at +44 (0) 20 3318 5794 or londoninfo@hudsonmckenzie.com.
Yes. While Hudson McKenzie has deep expertise in corporate and business immigration, we also provide a comprehensive range of individual immigration services. These include international residency programmes such as MM2H Malaysia, UAE Golden Visa, Saudi Premium Residency, partner and spouse visas, British citizenship applications, and global talent visas. Our individual clients range from high-net-worth investors to skilled professionals relocating internationally.
