Foreigner Minimum Purchase Price by State
The minimum price a foreigner can buy depends on the state, property type and sometimes the zone. Here are the seed figures with a verify warning.
Quick answer
Foreigner minimum purchase prices are state-specific (seed): around RM1m in KL/Putrajaya/Labuan; around RM2m for Selangor Zone 1/2 (RM1m Zone 3); Johor differs by strata/landed with Medini/R&F exceptions; Penang Island landed can be higher while mainland strata can be lower; and Melaka, Negeri Sembilan, Sabah, Sarawak, Kedah and Perlis vary. These figures change — verify with the state PTG / a lawyer before booking.
Key takeaways
- Minimum price depends on state, type and zone.
- KL ~RM1m; Selangor Zone 1/2 ~RM2m (seed).
- Penang Island landed can be higher; mainland strata lower.
- Figures change — verify with the state PTG.
Seed examples
- KL / Putrajaya / Labuan: around RM1,000,000.
- Selangor Zone 1/2: around RM2,000,000 (Zone 3 ~RM1,000,000).
- Penang: Island landed higher; mainland strata can be ~RM500,000.
- Perlis / mainland Penang / Melaka strata: among the lower seed minimums.
Why verify
State governments revise minimums over time, and zones/districts differ within a state. Treat any table as a starting reference and confirm with the PTG before paying a booking.
Checklist
- Identify the state and zone of the property.
- Match the minimum to the property type.
- Verify the current figure with the PTG.
Watch out for
- Minimum price can change — do not rely on an old figure.
- A purchase below the minimum will be rejected.
Frequently asked questions
Is Selangor's foreigner minimum RM3 million?
No — that was an expired HOC-era figure. Zone 1/2 is around RM2m (seed), Zone 3 around RM1m. Verify with PTG Selangor.
Which state has the lowest minimum?
Seed references point to Perlis, mainland Penang strata and Melaka strata around RM500k, but always verify the current figure with the state PTG.
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Read guideImportant
This content is for general education only. It is not legal, financial, banking, valuation, tax, investment, or property advice. Always verify with the relevant bank, lawyer, valuer, agent, developer, auctioneer, land office, LPPSA, LHDN, or authority before making decisions.
Last reviewed: 2026 edition · Rules, rates and fees change over time. Always confirm the latest figures with the relevant authority before you act.