The short answer
Yes, foreigners can generally buy at MABA Suitez, but the unit type decides whether you qualify. Kuala Lumpur's minimum price for foreign buyers is RM1 million. Type B (from RM1,131,200) and Type C dual key (from RM1,509,200) are above it. Type A, the 323 sq ft office suite from RM699,000, is below it and usually does not qualify for a foreign buyer. State consent is still required and the rules can change, so confirm your unit with your lawyer before you book.
Quick facts
- Can foreigners buy: yes for Type B and Type C; Type A is usually below the threshold
- KL foreign-buyer minimum price: RM1,000,000
- Type B (484 sq ft): from RM1,131,200, above the threshold
- Type C dual key (657 sq ft): from RM1,509,200, above the threshold
- Type A office suite (323 sq ft): RM699,000 to RM872,500, below the threshold
- Transfer stamp duty for non-citizens: flat 8%
- Tenure: leasehold
- Booking: opened 8 October 2026
MABA Suitez, also written MABA Suites, is EXSIM and the Malaysian Basketball Association's 914-unit development on Jalan Hang Jebat, directly opposite Merdeka 118. It has three unit types at very different prices, and for an overseas buyer that matters more than usual, because Kuala Lumpur sets a minimum purchase price for foreigners.
Which MABA Suitez units clear the RM1 million threshold
| Type | Size & layout | Estimated price | Above RM1M? |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | 323 sq ft office suite | RM699,000 – RM872,500 | No |
| B | 484 sq ft, 1+1 room | RM1,131,200 – RM1,176,200 | Yes |
| C | 657 sq ft, dual key | RM1,509,200 – RM1,546,200 | Yes |
Prices are gross estimates from EXSIM's sales kit, subject to the final price list, and depend on floor and facing. Every Type B and Type C price in the kit is above RM1 million, so the cheapest Type B is the entry point for a foreign buyer. For a compact comparison of the three types, see MABA Suitez Type A vs B vs C.
Approval and process
A foreign purchase needs consent from the state authority, which for Kuala Lumpur is the Federal Territory land authority. In practice the lawyers handle this as part of the conveyancing, but it adds a step and some time. Ask the developer's panel lawyer how long approval currently takes and where it falls in the payment schedule. Do not pay more than the booking fee until you have confirmed that your unit is eligible.
Costs foreign buyers should plan for
Non-citizen buyers pay a flat 8% stamp duty on the transfer, up from 4%. Our guide to the 2026 foreign buyer stamp duty rules explains what changed. Confirm the exact figure for your purchase with your lawyer. Legal fees and the usual loan and transfer costs also apply. Ongoing, the maintenance fee is RM0.99 per sq ft including sinking fund, which is about RM479 a month for Type B and RM650 for Type C.
Financing and timeline
Banks set their own rules and loan margins for non-resident borrowers, and these are usually less generous than for Malaysians, so speak to a bank early and plan your deposit accordingly. MABA Suitez completes 60 months from APDL, with media reporting a 2031 target, so your payments are staged over several years. If your income is not in ringgit, plan for currency movements across that period.
Short-stay and furnishing for overseas owners
Units are sold bare with a freebies package. Owners who join the Mana Mana hospitality management programme are expected to be entitled to a furnished package, which can suit an overseas owner who will not live in the unit full-time. Read the management agreement terms before you commit. No rental income is guaranteed.
If you are a Malaysian living overseas
The foreign-buyer minimum applies to foreign nationals. A Malaysian citizen living abroad is not subject to it and can buy any MABA Suitez type, including Type A, as a Malaysian. Your financing and documents will still differ from a buyer based in Malaysia.
Check these before you book
- That your unit price clears the current threshold, in writing.
- How long state consent takes and when in the payment schedule it falls.
- The stamp duty that applies to you.
- The renewed lease term. MABA Suitez is leasehold, so read what that means for a buyer.
Get the price list and floor plans
Booking opened on 8 October 2026. We can send the price list by floor and facing, the floor plans and the payment schedule, with no obligation.
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Frequently asked questions
Can foreigners buy MABA Suitez?
Generally yes, subject to state consent and Kuala Lumpur's foreign-buyer minimum price of RM1 million. Type B (from RM1,131,200) and Type C dual key (from RM1,509,200) are above that threshold. Type A (RM699,000 to RM872,500) is below it and usually does not qualify for a foreign buyer.
What is the minimum price for foreigners to buy property in Kuala Lumpur?
RM1 million for most property types in Kuala Lumpur. At MABA Suitez, every Type B and Type C price in EXSIM's sales kit is above RM1 million, and Type A is below it. Confirm the current rule with your lawyer before booking, as thresholds can change.
Can a Malaysian living overseas buy MABA Suitez Type A?
Yes. The RM1 million threshold applies to foreign nationals, not to Malaysian citizens living abroad. They can buy any unit type, though financing and paperwork differ from a buyer based in Malaysia.
What extra costs do foreign buyers pay at MABA Suitez?
Non-citizen buyers pay a flat 8% stamp duty on the transfer, on top of legal fees and the usual loan and transfer costs. Confirm the exact figure for your purchase with your lawyer. The maintenance fee is RM0.99 per sq ft including sinking fund.
Is MABA Suitez freehold for foreign buyers?
No. MABA Suitez is leasehold. The former Wisma MABA land is understood to be held on a lease expiring in 2068, which is to be renewed for the new development. Ask for the renewed lease term in writing before you book.
