The complete costs and process — stamp duty, RPGT, financing, state consent and the remote purchase route — with sourced 2026 figures. Applies to Bodaiju Residences and Medini purchases.
A transparent overview of the process, costs and taxes — so you know exactly what to expect before you enquire.
Choose your unit and pay a booking fee to secure it with a Letter of Offer.
Sign the Sale & Purchase Agreement at a Malaysian lawyer, typically within ~14 days.
Your lawyer files the foreign-purchase consent with the Johor state authority (approx 2–4 months).
Non-residents can typically borrow up to ~70% of value from Malaysian banks; terms vary by bank.
Pay the balance, stamp the transfer (MOT) and receive your keys — then plug into RoomGuru.
Flat 8% on residential for foreigners (from Jan 2026). ION Axxes commercial is 4%.
Non-citizens: 30% if sold within 5 years, 10% from year 6 onwards.
Flat ~30% for non-residents on net rental, after allowable deductions (fees, interest, repairs).
Lawyer fees on the price, plus loan, valuation and consent processing costs.
Because Bodaiju sits inside Medini, foreign buyers are exempt from Johor's RM1 million minimum-price rule — so entry-level units from around RM299,000 are fully open to international investors buying directly from the developer. Confirm the exact title and tenure in your SPA.
*General information current as at mid-2026 — not legal, tax or financial advice. Rates and rules change and can depend on your nationality and residency. Please confirm details with a licensed Malaysian lawyer and tax adviser; our team can introduce panel professionals.
Ready to apply this to a real purchase? See Bodaiju Residences pricing from RM299,000, the Singapore buyer's route, or the MM2H residency visa guide.
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