It is open to all citizens of countries recognized by Malaysia regardless of race, religion, gender or age. Applicants are allowed to bring along their spouse and children as dependents (below 21 years old who is not married).

Foreigners who are married to Malaysians are now eligible for MM2H programme but may apply to stay in Malaysia under the Immigration Department's "Spouse Programme" or Long Term Social Visit Pass (please refer to website http://www.imi.gov.my ).