Any foreign national who wants to enter Malaysia needs to obtain a Pass pertaining to their purpose of travel. As such, the type of Pass you need to study in Malaysia is a Malaysia Student Pass.

The term Malaysia Student Visa and Malaysia Student Pass are often used interchangeably, and by all definitions, they mean pretty much the same thing.

This article will detail the process and requirements of obtaining a Malaysia Student Visa.

The Requirements for a Malaysia Student Visa

When you apply for a Malaysian Student Visa (ie. your Visa Approval Letter) to the Immigration Department, you must attach the following documents:

• One picture of yourself, with 35mm x 45mm dimensions and a white background.
• A copy of your passport, showing the following:
  • Your personal information
  • Issuance and expiry date. The passport must be valid for at least 12 more months.
  • All the previous visas you have obtained.
  • The page which states any amendments (extensions, clarifications of name, and previous passport numbers).
• Pages of all the pages of your passport, only if you are from one of the following countries:
  • Iran
  • Iraq
  • Libya
  • Somalia
  • Sudan
  • Syria
  • Yemen
• The letter of acceptance from your Malaysian educational institution.
• Previous academic certificates and transcripts.
• Medical certificate, proving you are of good health. You must undergo a pre-arrival medical screening at a registered clinic overseas.
• Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate, if you are from a country or you recently travelled to a country that is at risk of Yellow Fever transmission.
• A Personal Bond, which all foreign students have to sign as an effort to ensure they will not violate the Immigration laws of Malaysia. If you do not violate any laws, the bond will be returned.
• Proof of English Language Proficiency. You must undergo an English Language test and attach the certificate which shows you have an acceptable level of English. Malaysia accepts certificates from the following tests:
  • IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
  • PTE – Academic (Pearson Test of English)
  • CAE (Cambridge English: Advance)
  • CPE (Cambridge English: Proficiency)
  • MUET (Malaysian University English Test)
• If you are from Sudan: A No-Objection Certificate (NOC) which your institution must apply for at the Sudanese Embassy in Kuala Lumpur.
• If you are from Iran: A Letter Of Eligibility (LOE), which your institution must apply for at the Iranian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur.

How to get a Malaysia Student Visa?

The process of getting a Malaysia student visa is divided into the following steps:

1. Getting accepted into a Malaysian educational institution.
2. Applying for a Visa Approval Letter (VAL).
3. Applying for a Malaysian entry visa (if you are a Malaysian visa-subject national).
4. Appearing at the immigration checkpoint in Malaysia (after you travel).
5. Registering at your educational institution.
6. Getting your Student Pass at the Malaysia Immigration Department.

How to apply for a Malaysian Student Visa Approval Letter (VAL)?

Once you are accepted into a Malaysian educational institution, you have two options of how to apply for a Visa Approval Letter:

• You can apply yourself via the Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) website, or
• you can entrust the application to your university.

In order to apply, you must obtain all the required documents which prove that you meet the eligibility to receive a student visa for Malaysia. Then, you must create an account on the EMGS website.

Since the application is done online, you have to upload electronic copies of your documents.

You also have to pay a visa processing fee, which changes depending on the country, as well as a personal security bond.

If your visa is approved, you will receive the Visa Approval Letter (VAL) via email. You must print it and keep both the electronic and version printed version with you.

Malaysian Entry Visa for Foreign Students

After getting a Visa Approval Letter, certain nationals also need a visa to enter Malaysia.

The type of entry visa required for a Student Pass is a Visa With Reference, which means you must have authorization from the Malaysian Immigration Department (ie. the Visa Approval Letter (VAL)).

Who needs Malaysian Student Entry Visa?

You need a Malaysian Visa With Reference if you are from one of the following countries:

If you are not on the list above, you can travel to Malaysia visa-free and get a Malaysia Visa On Arrival (VOA) after presenting your Visa Approval Letter.

How to apply for a Malaysian Student Entry Visa?

You can apply for an entry visa for Malaysia through one of the two following ways:

• In person, at a Malaysia Representative Office abroad (Embassy/Consulate). The Malaysia visa application process is as follows:
  • Find the nearest Malaysian Embassy/Consulate and check their website for opening hours/requirements.
  • Download and complete the Malaysia visa application form.
  • Gather the required documents and submit them along with your passport, two copies of the Malaysia visa application form, and a copy of your VAL.
  • You will receive your visa in the from of a sticker affixed to your passport.
• Only nationals of the following countries can apply for a Malaysian visa online:
  • China
  • India
  • Sri Lanka
  • Nepal
  • Myanmar
  • Bangladesh
  • Pakistan
  • Bhutan
  • Serbia
  • Montenegro

After you arrive in Malaysia

Once you enter Malaysia, you must appear before the immigration officers at the point of entry and request to enter. You must have your printed VOA, your entry visa, and any other supporting documents with you.

Next, you have to register at your educational institution and undergo a medical screening within seven days of arrival. The screening must be done at a clinic which is registered with EMGS.

After you have registered and undergone the medical screening, you can request to get your Malaysia Student Pass and i-Kad.

Malaysia Student Pass and i-Kad

Once you have registered at your educational institution, you can request your Malaysia Student Pass at the Malaysia Immigration Department. The Student Pass is in the form of a sticker on your passport, endorsing your stay in Malaysia for the purpose of studying.

You can submit your passport at your school so they can arrange for you to receive your Student Pass.

Additionally, after you receive your Student Pass, you will also get an i-Kad. The Malaysian i-Kad is a foreign national identity card, proving that the holder has a valid resident status in Malaysia.

What is the Malaysia Student Pass processing time?

Overall, the entire process from applying for a Malaysian Student Visa Approval Letter (VAL) to receiving your Student Pass takes 4-6 weeks.

The Visa Approval Letter processing time is 14 days. The Malaysian entry visa processing time is between one and three weeks (unless it’s an eVisa, which is processed within 2 days).

How long is a Malaysia Student Pass valid?

The validity of your Malaysia Student Pass depends on your course of study.

If you are enrolled in a language school, your Student Pass is issued for 6 months, but it can be renewed.

For most courses, you will receive a 1-year Student Pass, which you can renew accordingly.

For certain courses, you may receive a Student Pass which will remain valid for the entire duration of the course.

Malaysia Student Pass renewal

If you need to renew your Malaysia student pass, you can renew it through the EMGS website. In order to renew your Malaysian Student Pass you need a CGPA of at least 2.0 and overall attendance of at least least 80%.

You must submit a copy of your passport (biodata page and any visa pages) as well as any educational transcripts and certificates you have received.

The other requirements for renewal match the entry requirements into your educational institution.

Malaysia Student Pass cancellation

If you decide you don’t want to pursue your studies in Malaysia any more, you will have to request from your school to submit a Malaysia Student Pass cancellation request with EMGS.

You cannot submit a request for Student Pass cancellation yourself.

Can you work with a Malaysia Student Visa?

No, a Malaysian Student Pass does not allow the holder to work during the school your. You can only work during school holidays which are at least seven days long. Even then, you may only work part-time (up to 20 hours a week.)

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The Malaysian government issues the Malaysia Transit Without Visa Pass (Transit Pass) to nationals of certain visa-required countries provided that they meet a set of specific requirements.

Additionally, even if you are a visa-required national, you don’t need a transit visa for Malaysia if you don’t pass through immigration.

This article will detail the Malaysia transit visa requirements and the Malaysian Transit Pass.

Who needs a Malaysia Transit Visa?

You need a Malaysia transit visa if:

• You are from a country whose nationals need a Malaysia visa, and
• You will transit in Malaysia for more than 24 hours and/or
• You have to pass through immigration to board another flight/get your luggage or you have to switch between terminals.
• You are transiting in an airport other than Kuala Lumpur International Airport.

If you are a visa-required national, you do not need a Malaysia transit visa if:

• You will transit in Kuala Lumpur International Airport, and
• Your transit is shorter than 24 hours, and
• You will arrive and depart through the same point (ie. you do not have to pass through immigration/switch between terminals KLIA and KLIA2), and
• You will continue your journey on the same flight; or
• You are eligible for the Malaysia Transit Pass (see below).

How to Get a Malaysia Transit Visa?

If you have to pass through immigration during your transit in Malaysia, it counts as if you are entering the country. As such, you will have to apply for a Malaysia transit visa the same way as a regular Malaysian visa – by one of the following two ways:

• In person, at a Malasyian Representative Office Abroad (Embassy/Consulate) or an authorized Visa Application Center.
• Online, for nationals of specific countries only.

Applying for a Malaysian Transit Visa in person

To apply online, you have to find the nearest Malaysian embassy or consulate and submit your application there.

The Malaysian visa application process is as follows:

1. Visit the embassy/consulate’s website to learn about their opening hours.
2. Download the Malaysia visa application form from the embassy/consulate’s website (if available) or the official website of the Immigration Department of Malaysia.
3. Complete the application form.
4. Gather the required documents.
5. Pay the visa fee. Depending on the country, you may have to pay the fee beforehand by bank or you can pay in cash.
6. Submit your passport, application form, and required documents in person.

The Malaysian visa processing time depends on the country, however, you should expect about a week waiting time, if not more.

If approved, your visa will be affixed to your passport and you must go and collect it.

Applying for a Malaysian Transit Visa online

Nationals of the following countries can apply for a Malaysian visa online:

• China
• India
• Sri Lanka
• Nepal
• Myanmar
• Bangladesh
• Pakistan
• Bhutan
• Serbia
• Montenegro

There are two types of online visas for Malaysia:

• 
  The Malaysia eVisa (available to all the above-mentioned nationals)
• The Malaysia eNTRI (available only to Indian and Chinese nationals)

The online visa works like a regular visa but it is processed quicker and you can apply from your home. If approved, you will receive the visa in about two-three days electronically, and you will have to print it.

What to put down as accommodation in Malaysia if I am simply transiting?

One of the Malaysian visa requirements is proof of accommodation in Malaysia, such as a hotel reservation. However, if you are only transiting in an airport, it goes without saying that you won’t need accommodation in a hotel.

In this case, you could put the address of the airport as the address of accommodation in Malaysia, and explain you’re only going to transit.

If that is not accepted, you may have to book inexpensive accommodation.

What is the Malaysia Transit Pass?

The Malaysia Transit Pass is issued on the basis of the Transit Without Visa Facility. With a Malaysia Transit Pass, certain visa-required nationals can clear immigration and enter Malaysia for stays of up to 120 days even if they don’t have a transit visa.

However, whether you will receive a Transit Pass or not (even if you meet the eligibility requirements) is fully up to the immigration officers at the airport.

Who is eligible for the Malaysia Transit Pass?

There are two instances when visa-required foreign nationals can receive a Malaysia Transit Pass.

Instance 1

You are eligible for a Malaysia Transit Pass if you meet all of the following requirements:

• You are from one of the following countries:
  • Bhutan
  • China
  • Myanmar
  • Nepal
  • Vietnam
• You will arrive in Malaysia through Kuala Lumpur International Airport
• You have an onward flight ticket within the 120 hours.
• Your departing flight is either with Air Asia or Malaysia Airlines.

Instance 2

You are eligible for a Malaysia Transit Pass if you meet all of the following requirements:

• You are from one of the following countries:
  • Bangladesh
  • India
  • Pakistan
  • Sri Lanka
• You have a valid visa or residence permit issued by one of these countries:
  • Australia
  • China
  • Japan
  • New Zealand
  • South Korea
  • Taiwan
  • United States of America
• You are arriving and/or departing from one of the above-mentioned countries.
• You will arrive and depart from Kuala Lumpur International Airport or Low Cost Carrier Terminal (LCCT).
• You will arrive and depart from the same terminal airport and 
• You have an onward flight ticket within the 120 hours.

Requirements for the Malaysia Transit Pass

In order to receive a Malaysia Transit Pass, you will have to pass through immigration and present the following to the immigration officers:

• Your passport, which is valid for at least another six months from the date of entry.
• Original departing flight ticket. A photocopy or booking number won’t be accepted.
• Printed copy of flight itinerary.
• Valid visa or residence status from: Australia, China, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, Taiwan, or the USA (if applicable).
• You must be able to provide proof you can financially support yourself, for example, via bank statements.

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Malaysia visa fees

The Malaysia visa fee, both for a Single Entry or Multiple Entry Visa and a Transit Visa, is RM 20 (Malaysian Ringgit) for all countries, other than the countries listed below. When converted, RM 20 is about $4.7 or €4.25.

The Malaysia visa fees are different for the following countries:

How to pay the Malaysia visa fee?

The method of payment changes depending on the Malayisan Representative Office nearest to you (Embassy or Consulate) through which you are applying.

Some Malayisan Representative Offices will require for you to pay the Malaysia visa fee in cash when you appear to submit the application. Others will only accept payments done through bank draft and addressed to the specific Embassy or Consulate.

You must visit the website of the nearest Malayisan Representative Office to find out how they will accept payment.

Other Malaysian visa fees

Malaysia work visa fees

If you want to work in Malaysia, you must pay a visa fee in your country (as outlined above) as well as a Malaysian Work Pass fee. The fees for Malaysian work Passes change depending on the duration of the Pass.

Malaysia student visa fee

International students must pay a Malaysia Student Pass fee of RM 60 per year for every year (or part of the year) of studies.

Therefore, for a three year program, you would pay RM 180 for your Malaysia Student Pass.

This is in addition to the Malaysia visa fee as outlined above.

Malaysia family visa fees

Foreign national family members of Malaysian citizens or expats can come to Malaysia through the Dependent’s Pass or Long Term Social Visit Pass.

Malaysia Visa On Arrival

If you are a national of India and China, you are eligible for a Malaysian Visa On Arrival. The processing fee for a Malaysian Visa On Arrival is $100.

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The Malaysian visa allows the holder to travel to Malaysia before they have to pass through immigration control at the port of entry. Just because you have a visa for Malaysia, it does not guarantee that you will be allowed to enter the country – the authority to decide falls on the Immigration Officer.

However, you may be able to travel to Malaysia without a visa at all. If you’re planning a trip to Kuala Lumpur or one of Malaysia’s many tourists attracting, but found yourself thinking, “Do I need a visa for Malaysia?”, this article should clear your doubts.

Who Needs a Visa for Malaysia?

The following countries have to be in possession of a visa when traveling to Malaysia for any length of time:

Malaysia Visa-Exempt Countries

There are countries whose citizens are exempt from holding Malaysian visa if they are only travelling for short stays.

For stays of up to 90 days

If you are from one of the following countries/territories, you can travel to Malaysia visa-free if your stay is shorter than 90 days:

For stays of up to 30 days

If you are from one of the following countries/territories, you can travel to Malaysia visa-free if you are staying for up to 30 days:

For stays of up to 14 days

If you are from the following countries/territories, you can travel to Malaysia without a visa if your stay is up to 14 days:

• 
  Libya
• Macao (Holders of Special Administrative Region Travel Permits)
• Sierra Leone
• Somalia
• South Yemen

Business trips of up to 60 days

Certain countries are eligible to get an APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC), which allows the holder to travel to other countries included on the agreement visa-free.

If you have an ABTC, and it has a “MYS” code on the back, you can travel to Malaysia for a business trip of up to 60 days. The countries included on the agreement are:

• Australia
• Brunei
• Chile
• China
• Hong Kong
• Indonesia
• Japan
• South Korea
• Mexico
• New Zealand
• Papua New Guinea
• Peru
• Philippines
• Russia
• Singapore
• Taiwan
• Thailand
• Vietnam

If your country is not included on any of the lists above, kindly contact the nearest Malaysian Embassy or Consulate to inquire whether you need a visa.

Who Needs a Malaysia Transit Visa?

Visa-required nationals must be in possession of a valid visa if they are switching between terminals at Kuala Lumpur International Airport to board another plane for onward travel.

If you will transit in Malaysia, you do not need a visa if you do not need to switch between terminals and your wait is shorter than 24 hours.

However, citizens of the following visa-required countries can get a Malaysia Transit Pass of up to 120 hours:

• Bhutan
• China
• Myanmar
• Nepal

They must meet the following conditions:

• They have to transit at Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
• They must have a flight ticket which is scheduled within 120 hours.
• Their onward flight must be operated by Air Asia or Malaysia Airlines.

Additionally, citizens of the following countries are also eligible for a Malaysian Transit Pass if they meet certain conditions:

• Bangladesh
• India
• Pakistan
• Sri Lanka

In addition to the conditions set above, the following conditions also apply:

• They must have a visa or a residence permit issued by Australia, China, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, Taiwan or the USA.
• They must be traveling to or from one of those countries.
• They must arrive and depart from the main terminal or KLIA2, unless they have a residence permit from one of those countries.

Who is Eligible for Malaysian Visa on Arrival?

Citizens of India and China can apply for a Malaysia Visa on Arrival (valid for up to 7 days), provided they meet the following conditions:

• They are arriving directly from Indonesia, Singapore or Thailand.
• They have a valid visa from one of those countries.
• They will land at one of the following checkpoints, where they will apply for the Visa on Arrival:
  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA/KLIA2);
  • Penang International Airport;
  • Sultan Ismail Airport, Senai, Johor Bahru;
  • Kota Kinabalu Airport, Sabah;
  • Kuching International Airport, Sarawak;
  • Kompleks Sultan Abu Bakar, Tanjung Kupang, Johor
  • Tuas Checkpoint (if travelling by car)
• They have a return flight ticket within 7 days.
• They have at least $1,000 per person.

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Normally, the process of obtaining a Malaysian visa can be time-consuming and requires paperwork and documents to be submitted at a Malaysian Embassy or Consulate.

However, the Malaysia government simplified the process of obtaining a visa for several foreign nationals by implementing an online visa application facility.

Additionally, Indian and Chinese nationals have it even easier, with a Malaysian Visa On Arrival. However, a Visa on Arrival is not available in every case.

Malaysia Visa On Arrival for Indian and Chinese nationals

You can only get a Malaysian Visa on Arrival if you meet all of the following conditions:

• You are an Indian or Chinese national.
• You are traveling to Malaysia directly from Indonesia, Singapore or Thailand.
  • If you are traveling from India or China, you cannot receive a Visa on Arrival. You need a regular tourist visa or an eVisa/eNTRI.
• You have a valid visa for Indonesia, Singapore or Thailand.
• You have a return flight ticket or a ticket for onward travel dated in the next 7 days.
• You have at least $1,000 with you.

Where Can I Apply for a Malaysian Visa on Arrival?

Additionally, you may only apply for a Malaysian Visa on Arrival if you arrive through the following points of entry.

By air:

• Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA and KLIA2)
• Bayan Lepas International Airport, Pulau Pinang
• Sultan Ismail, Senai Airport, Johor
• Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Sabah
• Kuching International Airport, Sarawak

By land:

• Tuas – Sultan Abu Bakar Complex (Second Link)

Documents required for a Malaysian Visa on Arrival

When you apply for a Malaysia Visa On Arrival, you must have the following documents proving your eligibility:

• Your Indian or Chinese passport, which must be valid for at least another six months from that day.
• A visa issued by Indonesia, Singapore or Thailand.
• Proof of sufficient funds. You need at least $1,000 per person. You can have the money in cash or prove you have access to them via bank statements on an international bank account.
• A return ticket to India or China or for onward travel to a third country. The flight must be within the next 7 days.
• A completed Arrival/Departure Card, which you can receive at the Malaysian point of entry upon arrival.

How to get a Malaysian Visa On Arrival?

Once you arrive in the Malaysia point of entry, you must approach a visa counter, where you submit the documents below and pay a processing fee.

The Malaysian Visa On Arrival processing fee is $100.

The Malaysian authorities will then review your application and decide whether you are eligible to enter or not.

What is the Validity of the Malaysia Visa On Arrival?

If you receive a Malaysian Visa On Arrival, you can only stay in the country for a maximum of 7 days. This period is not extendable.

You will have to show proof that you intend to leave after 7 days, such as a booked flight ticket either to India/China or another country on your onward travels.

If you need to stay for longer than 7 days, you will have to apply for another type of visa, such as the Malaysia eVisa or eNTRI (see the alternatives to the Malaysia Visa On Arrival below).

Benefits and Limitations of the Malaysia Visa On Arrival

The Malaysia Visa on Arrival has a lot of benefits if, for example, you are on a holiday or a business trip which requires you to travel to Malaysia directly from Indonesia, Singapore or Thailand.

Benefits

As such, the benefits of a Malaysia Visa on Arrival are:

• You don’t have to fill out any application form or visit a Malaysian Embassy or Consulate to submit the application.
• It’s a much faster process since you do not have to wait days for your visa to be processed.
• You don’t need to obtain extensive documents.

Limitations

On the other hand, it has its limitations, such as:

• You cannot travel from your home country or any country other than Indonesia, Singapore or Thailand.
• You can only stay for up to 7 days, which may not be enough if you’re traveling for a purpose other than tourism.
• The Visa On Arrival processing fee is higher than for a regular visa.
• You must be able to have access to $1,000 on hand.
• You can only arrive at the entry points listed above.

The takeaway is this: If you have an Indonesian, Singaporean or Thai visa, don’t need to stay in Malaysia longer than 7 days, have the necessary funds and can afford the visa fee, then the Visa On Arrival is a good solution for you.

However, if you intend to stay longer, you will need an alternate visa. As an Indian or Chinese national, you still have two alternatives which are still faster and more straightforward than a regular visa, though not as much as the Visa on Arrival.

Alternatives to the Malaysia Visa On Arrival for Indian and Chinese Nationals

Indian and Chinese nationals are eligible to apply for a Malaysia Visa online through the following options:

• A Malaysian eNTRI
• A Malsysian eVisa

eNTRI

The Malaysia eNTRI stands for Electronic Travel Registration and Information. It is an online registration facility under the Visa Waiver Programme available to citizens of China and India exclusively. An eNTRI lets you stay in Malaysia for up to 15 days, but you can only receive an eNTRI after three months have passed since the last time you received one.

eNTRI holders can enter the country through all air entry points and several land entry points as well.

eVisa

The Malaysia eVisa is available to nationals of ten countries, India and China included. The eVisa works just like a regular Malaysia visa. The only difference is that you can apply for it online. It is valid for three months, and allows the holder to stay in Malaysia for up to 30 days.

Malaysia eVisa holders can enter the country through any entry point (sea, air, or land).

You can apply for a Malaysia visa online from any foreign country other than Singapore.

However, you’ll need to have additional documents and upload them electronically to the visa application facility. Online Malaysia visas can take a few days to be processed.

If your application is approved, you will receive an electronic version of the visa which you must print and present at the Immigration Officers at the point of entry.

Click here to see the requirements and application process for a Malaysia Online Visa.

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Malaysian Visas only allows the holder to travel to Malaysia, where they will be subject to border checks upon arrival. This means that a visa is not a complete guarantee that you can stay in Malaysia, for any purpose. It is the Immigration Officer at the entry point who decides whether you can enter Malaysia or not.

The Immigration Officer at the entry point will issue all foreign travelers a Pass. Malaysia Passes are an endorsement in your passport which states that you are allowed to stay in the country and for how long. Even if you are not required to obtain a Malaysian visa prior to travel, you will still receive a Pass on your passport and be subject to immigration check at the entry point.

As such, a Malaysia Visa is simply a pre-entry requirement – you will need the permission of the Immigration Officer to actually enter.

Do I Need to Get a Visa Before Going to Malaysia?

If you are from a country who is not exempt from Malaysia visas, then you will have to apply for one before you are allowed to travel there.

However, there are several countries who can stay in Malaysia for specific periods of time without having to get a visa. But for a period exceeding the duration of the allowed visa-free travel, you will have to apply for a visa.

For example, if you are a citizen of a member state of the European Union or from the USA, you don’t need to get a visa if you only intend to stay in Malaysia for a maximum of 90 days. But if you intend to stay for longer than 90 days, you do need to apply for a Malaysia visa, or the appropriate Pass related to your travel (work, study, family reunification etc).

When to Apply for a Malaysian Visa?

You can apply for a Malaysian visa up to 1 month before the date you intend to travel.

How to Apply for Malaysia visa?

There are two methods through which foreign nationals can apply for a Malaysia visa:

• manually, or
• online.

However, Malaysia only offers the online Malaysia visa application option to a handful of countries (see below). Most visa-subject nationals have to apply at a Malaysian Representative Office Abroad or through an authorized visa application agency.

Who can submit a Malaysian visa application online?

Malaysian authorities offer certain foreign nationals the option of applying for a visa online, through the Malaysia eVisa. If your Malaysia eVisa application is approved, you will receive it online and you have to print it – it won’t be affixed as a sticker on your passport.

You can only apply for a Malaysia visa online if you are a national of the following countries:

• Bangladesh
• Bhutan
• China
• India
• Montenegro
• Myanmar
• Nepal
• Pakistan
• Serbia
• Sri Lanka

Additionally, Indian and Chinese nationals are eligible for the eNTRI (Electronic Travel Registration and Information).

If you are a national of the above-mentioned countries, you can learn more about the Malaysia visa online application here.

Malaysia Visa Application Steps

To apply for a Malaysia visa, you need to go through these simple steps:

1. Find a Malaysian Representative Office.
2. Download the application form.
3. Complete the documents file.
4. Submit the application along with the documents.
5. Wait for processing.

Find a Malaysian Representative Office

You will have to check to see whether there is a Malaysian Representative Office or a visa application center in your country or find the one nearest to you.

Download the application form

Before you submit a Malaysia visa application, you have to download Malaysia Visa application form from the website of the Immigration Department of Malaysia and complete it electronically. You’ll need access to a computer and Adobe Reader. After you complete the application form, you must print two copies and sign them.

Complete the documents file

When you submit a Malaysia visa application, you must have several supporting documents, such as:

• Two copies of the Malaysia visa application form
• Your original passport.
• Two photocopies of your passport
• Two passport size pictures.
• A copy of your flight itinerary, including a confirmed return ticket.
• Proof of accommodation in Malaysia, such as a hotel booking.
• If you are staying with friends/family, include an invitation letter.
• Bank statements from the past three months.
• If you are applying for a Malaysia Visa with Reference: Original approval letter from the Immigration Department of Malaysia or another authority.

See a more detailed list of Malaysia visa requirements here.

Submit the application along with the documents

You have to submit the copies of the Malaysia visa application form along with your original passport and the required documents at the Malaysian Representative Office/visa application office. Depending on your country, you may be able to submit the application in person or by mail.

You have to affix a picture of yourself to the application form, which must be in line with Malaysia visa photo requirements.

There, you also have to pay the Malaysia visa application fee.

Wait for processing

Depending on your country and the location in which you are applying, you may be able to track the process of your application online.

If your Malaysia visa application is approved, you have to retrieve your passport with the affixed visa. Then, you are allowed to travel to Malaysia.

Keep in mind that even though you may receive a visa for Malaysia, once you travel there, it is the Immigration Officer at the port of entry who decides whether to allow you to enter. Depending on your purpose of travel, they will give you the adequate Pass which states the number of days you’re allowed to stay in Malaysia. For example, if you want to travel to Malaysia for tourism purposes, you will receive a “Short Term Social Visit Pass” (see a list of Malaysia Passes below).

Just because your visa is valid for 30 days, it does not mean your Pass will be issued for the same amount of days as well.

Malaysia Visa Application Processing Time

The processing time for a Malaysian visa depends on your country and the method through which you are applying, the time of year and whether you have all the required documentation.

• If you are applying online (eVisa), the process should take no longer than 100 hours, ie. four days.
• If you to apply through eNTRI, your visa should be processed within 48 to 72 hours.
• If you are applying manually, the processing time depends on the office which is handling your application. Still, in most cases, the Malaysia visa is processed within 7-8 working days.

What is the difference between a Malaysian Visa and Pass?

A Malasyian Visa allows the holder to travel to Malaysia, whereas the Malaysia Pass indicates the purpose of the travel. Some Passes you receive at the port of entry upon arrival, while others, you have to receive before you can apply for a visa, such as an Employment Pass. As such, the Malaysia Passes are divided in the following:

• Malaysia Transit Visas. You need to apply for a transit visa if you have to enter Malaysia in order to board another flight on your way to a third country.
• Malaysia Tourist Visa. You will need to obtain a tourist visa for Malaysia if you plan on entering the country for tourism purposes and fall under the Malaysian visa regime.
• Short Term Social Visit Pass, which you receive upon arrival to Malaysia. You will receive this Pass if you are traveling for a short-term purpose, such as visiting family/friends, tourism, business trip, attending a seminar, entering an exam, partaking in a sports competition, etc.
• Employment Pass, which allows you to work in a Malaysian company/organisation. The Expatriate Committee (EC) or another Malaysian authority has to approve your position in the company before you can apply.
• Dependant Pass, which is issued to the dependents of Employment Pass holders (spouses, children under 18, or elderly parents)
• Visitor’s Pass (Temporary Employment). You have to apply for this pass before you travel if you have found an employer in Malaysia and want to take up work in an approved sector or as a Foreign Domestic Helper.
• Visitor’s Pass (Professional). You must apply for this Pass if you want to offer professional services in Malaysia for a short period of time or to undergo training.
• Long Term Social Visit Pass, which is issued to foreigners who want to stay in Malaysia for longer than six months and fulfill the requirements. However, you cannot work or become self-employed with this Pass. If you are the spouse/partner of a Malaysian citizen, you can receive this Pass for up to 5 years, which is why it is also known as the Spouse Visa for Malaysia.
• Student Pass, also known as the Malaysia Student Visa. If you want to pursue studies in Malaysia, you have to apply for a Student Pass before you travel.
• Residence Pass, which is issued to highly qualified foreigners who will work in Malaysia for up to 10 years. You can only apply for the Residence Pass if you have already worked in Malaysia for at least three years prior to application.

Additionally, Malaysian visas are also divided into Malaysia Visa Without Reference and Malaysia Visa With Reference.

What is the difference between a Malaysia Visa Without Reference and a Visa With Reference?

The difference between the Malaysian Visa Without Reference and the Visa With Reference depends on the purpose of travel.

The Malaysia Visa Without Reference is issued by the High Commission of Malaysia without requiring any prior authorization from a Malaysian authority body. This visa is issued for social visits or tourism purposes, and it is usually a single-entry visa.

The Malaysia Visa With Reference needs prior authorization from the Immigration Department of Malaysia before it can be issued. This is the type of visa you will receive if you want to travel to Malaysia to pursue further studies, join a family member, or work.

Can I Get a Visa on Arrival in Malaysia?

If you are a citizen of India or China, you are eligible for the Malaysia Visa On Arrival (valid for a maximum of 7 days) if you meet the following requirements:

• You are traveling directly from Indonesia, Singapore or Thailand, and
• You have a valid visa from one of those countries, and
• You have at least USD 1000 per person and a return flight ticket.

How Many Times Can I Enter Malaysia With a Visa?

Depending on the number of entries, the Malaysian government issues these types of visas:

• Malaysia Single Entry Visa, which is valid for a maximum of three months from the issue date and allows the holder to only travel to Malaysia once. This type of visa is usually for social visit/tourism purposes.
• Malaysia Multiple Entry Visa, which can be valid anywhere from three to twelve months from the date it is issued. As the name suggests, the holder can enter Malaysia multiple times while the visa is valid. This type of Malaysia visa is usually issued for government or business purposes. However, you cannot stay longer than 30 days on any entry.

How to Extend a Single Entry Visa in Malaysia?

A single entry visa for Malaysia is only valid for up to 30 days and it cannot be extended. Neither can a Social Visit Pass.

If you want to stay in Malaysia for longer than your Pass is issued for, you have to leave the country and apply for the appropriate Malaysian Visa/Pass.

However, an extension of a Social Visit Pass may be possible in extraordinary cases, and only after consideration on a case to case basis. For example, you could receive an extension for your Social Visit Pass if you fell ill, had an accident, or if a situation in your home country (such as a war) could endanger you if you returned.

In such an event, you will have to provide evidence of your claim and show a confirmed return ticket to your home country.

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Seeing as the location in which you submit your application changes depending on your country, the visa requirements for Malaysia also change.

If you are not eligible for the online Malaysian visa application, you must find the Malaysian Diplomatic Mission or authorized visa application center nearest to you. Malaysian Diplomatic Missions Abroad, ie. embassies or high commissions, have information on their websites regarding the documents required for Malaysian visa. They also provide the address in which you should submit the application and documents.

What Are the Document Required for a Malaysian Visa?

The required documents for Malaysia visa are as follows:

• Completed Malaysia Visa Application Form.
• Valid passport.
• Pictures.
• Flight itinerary.
• Proof of accommodation.
• No Objection Letter from your employer.
• Proof of sufficient funds.
• Proof of paid Malaysian visa fee.
• Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate (if applicable).

Completed Malaysia Visa Application Form

You can download the application form for Malaysian visa on the official website of the Immigration Department of Malaysia.

The form is in PDF format and has to be completed electronically – as such, you will need to have access to a computer and Adobe Reader (or an equivalent). After completing the application form, you must print two copies and sign them.

Print the application form on both sides of an A4 paper.

Valid passport

You must submit your original passport, which must be valid for at least six months from the date you intend to travel to Malaysia.

Your passport must have at least two blank pages where the immigration authorities will affix your visa and stamps.

Additionally, you must submit two colored and clear photocopies of your passport’s bio-data page.

Pictures

You must have two recent passport-size pictures of yourself, which are in line with Malaysia photo requirements.

You must affix one of the pictures to your Malaysian visa application form.

Confirmed flight itinerary

You must submit the original flight ticket purchased for Malaysia as well as the return flight ticket. You must also attach colored photocopies of the ticket/s.

Proof of accommodation

You must provide proof that you have accommodation in Malaysia. Depending on where you are staying, you could submit proof of hotel booking, home rental agreement, etc.

Or, if you are staying with someone (family/friend), they could write you a letter of invitation as proof of accommodation.

Letter of invitation from sponsor in Malaysia

If you are staying with friends/family in Malaysia, they should write an invitation letter, inviting you to Malaysia, stating your relationship and the dates in which you will stay with them.

Their complete address and telephone number must also be included in the letter.

No Objection Letter from employer or educational institution

If you are employed, provide a No Objection Letter from your employer which confirms your employment and states the duration which you’re expected to be absent from work.

If you are a student, provide a No Objection Letter from an authority at your educational institution which confirms you are a student there as well as the expected duration of your absence.

Proof of sufficient funds

In order for your Malaysia visa application to be successful, you must prove that you can financially support yourself or any dependants that are coming with you.

You must submit bank statements and credit card statements from the past three months.

You should have at least €40 per day for the duration of your stay, although the exact amount changes depending on the country.

Malaysian visa fee

You must pay a non-refundable, Malaysian visa application processing fee. The fee along with the method of payment change depending on the Embassy/High Commission processing your application. Some embassies accept cash, while others require for the fee to be paid in bank cheque or money order directly to the embassy prior to submission of documents.

Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate

Every traveler who is aged 1 or older must have a Certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination if:

• They are from a country that is in risk of Yellow Fever transmission; or
• If they transited in a country that is in risk of Yellow Fever transmission for a period longer than 12 hours

As such, you will need a Certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination if you are from/came from one of the following countries:

Documents required for minors

If you are applying on behalf of a minor, you must also attach the minor’s birth certificate.

Additionally, if the minor is traveling by themselves or with another adult (other than the parent), a No Objection Letter from the parents or legal guardians is required, allowing the minor to travel.

Documents Required for Malaysia Multiple Entry Visa

If you are applying for a multiple entry Malaysian visa, you must also submit the following documents in addition to the ones listed above:

• A short, written statement from you which details the reasons for applying for a multiple entry visa.
• Flight ticket reservation which shows at least two trips to Malaysia.
  • If you are from Thailand or Singapore, a Written Statement of Intention to enter more than once may suffice.)
• Bank statements showing sufficient funds.

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of requirements. The documents that you need depend on the Embassy/High Commission in which you are applying. They may ask for fewer or additional documents.

Additionally, if you are applying for a Malaysia Visa With Reference (for example, if you received an Employment Pass), you will need to submit proof that the Immigration Department of Malaysia authorized it before you can apply for the visa.

Keep in mind that the visa is merely authorization to travel to Malaysia, not to enter. The Immigration Officer at the Malaysian port of entry decides whether you are eligible to enter Malaysia and for how long.

Documents for Malaysian Visa on Arrival

If you are from India and China, and you can get a Malaysian Visa On Arrival, you must have the following documents/requirements:

• A valid visa from Indonesia, Singapore or Thailand.
• A return/onward ticket.
• Sufficient funds (at least $1,000).
• Valid passport with at least six additional duration.
• Confirmed hotel booking/accommodation in Malaysia.

Malaysia Online Visa Requirements

If you are from a country who is eligible to apply for a Malaysian visa online, you have to attach the required documents electronically. This means you must scan them and add them to the application.

Malaysian Entry Requirements

After you have traveled to Malaysia, you must fulfill the following requirements to enter:

• You must be in possession of a valid passport, as specified above.
• You must have a visa if you are from a visa-required country.
• You must have proof of sufficient funds.
• You must have a return ticket or a ticket for onward travel.
• You must complete the Arrival/Departure Card at the Malaysian entry point.
• If you are traveling for long-term purposes (eg. for work, studying, joining a family member), you must have the adequate Pass (Employment Pass, Student Pass, etc) you have obtained from the Immigration Department of Malaysia.
• You must show proof of sponsorship, if applicable.

It is the immigration Officers who determine your eligibility to enter Malaysia.

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Malaysia currently has two online visa application systems: Electronic Visa (Malaysia eVisa) and Electronic Travel Registration and Information (Malaysia eNTRI visa).

The Malaysia Online Visa makes the application process easier since you can avoid all the waiting in lines and apply from your home. However, online Malaysian visa application is not available to everyone.

What Types of Malaysian Visas are Eligible for Online Application?

You can only apply for a Malaysian visa online if you are travelling for tourism purposes.

For any other purposes, such as for business, you will have to apply in person at the nearest Malaysian Mission Abroad (Embassy/Consulate/High Commission) or through an authorized Visa Application Center.

Who is Eligible to Apply for a Malaysia eVisa?

Only citizens of the following countries are eligible to apply for a Malaysian eVisa:

• China
• India
• Sri Lanka
• Nepal
• Myanmar
• Bangladesh
• Pakistan
• Bhutan
• Serbia
• Montenegro

Moreover, you can apply for an eVisa from anywhere in the world (except Malaysia and Singapore), so you can apply for the Malaysian eVisa even if you are not currently living in your country of nationality.

What Documents Do I Need to Collect for a Malaysia e-Visa?

Since the application is done online, you will need to have access to a scanner so you can scan the required documents and upload them. The documents you will need when applying for a Malaysian e Visa are:

• A passport-size picture of yourself, which is in line with Malaysia photo requirements.
• A scanned copy of your passport’s front page.
• A confirmed booking of your return flight.
• Proof of accommodation in Malaysia, such as a hotel reservation.
• A birth certificate, for a minor applicant.

There may be additional documents based on your country.

How to Apply for a Malaysia eVisa?

To obtain a Malaysian eVisa you will need to go through these steps:

1. Access the online visa facility.
2. Submit your information.
3. Confirm your information.
4. Submit the required documents.
5. Wait for processing.

Access the online visa facility

You must apply for the Malaysian eVisa by accessing the online visa application facility at www.windowmalaysia.my at least two weeks before your intended time of travel.

Once you access the website, you have to click on the “I’m New” icon and you will be redirected to the Registration page.

Submit your information

On the Registration page, give the required information, such as your name, nationality, email address, and gender.

Confirm your information

Once you register, you will receive a link on your email, which you must click on to confirm your registration.

Submit the required documents

Then, you can log back into your account to complete your eVisa application and submit the required documents through the Returning User option.

Wait for processing

Once you have completed your application, your Malaysia eVisa will be processed within 48 hours, provided that they fall on working days, not weekends or public holidays.

Additionally, if there are any problems on the online application system, such as crashes or maintenance, the processing time for the Malaysia eVisa may be delayed.

How Many Malaysia eVisa Applications Can I Submit With One Account?

If you are applying for your children/other dependents, you can only submit up to five applications at any one time.

If you need to apply for more, then you can do so only after one of the previous applications have been processed.

Receiving the Malaysia eVisa

If your Malaysian eVisa is approved, you will receive it via email. Then, you can print it on an A4 page and bring it with you when you travel to Malaysia.

The Immigration Officers will also accept the digital version of the visa (such as on your phone or laptop) when you arrive at the Malaysian port of entry. However, it is still advisable to have a printed version as well.

How Long is the Malaysia eVisa Valid For?

An eVisa for Malaysia is valid for three months, and allows the holder to stay in the country only up to 30 days within this time frame.

If you are an Indian national, you can apply for either a Multiple Entry Visa or a Single Entry Visa. The eVisa is still valid for three months and you cannot stay longer than 30 days in any trip.

If you are from any of the other countries eligible for the Malaysian eVisa, you are only allowed to apply for a Single Entry Visa and stay up to 30 days.

In either case, it is not possible to extend a Malaysian eVisa.

How Can I Enter Malaysia if I am an eVisa Holder?

If you have a Malaysian eVisa, you can enter the country through any entry point (sea, air, or land).

Who is Eligible for a Malaysia eNTRI Visa?

eNTRI, which stands for Electronic Travel Registration and Information, is an online registration facility available only to nationals of China and India.

The eNTRI Malaysia works under the Visa Waiver Programme, making it easier for passport-holders of those two countries to enter Malaysia.

Please note that only mainland Chinese nationals are eligible for the Malaysia eNTRI – Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan are excluded.

Additionally, you can apply for the eNTRI from anywhere in the world (except Singapore and Malaysia), therefore you are eligible even if you are an expatriate.

How to Apply for a Malaysia eNTRI Visa?

To obtain an eNTRI visa for Malaysia, you should follow these steps:

1. Access the online visa facility.
2. Create your account.
3. Print the eNTRI Note.

Access the online visa facility

You can submit a Malaysia eNTRI visa application through www.windowmalaysia.my.

Create your account

You have to create an account by clicking on the “I’m New” option and filling in your information once you are redirected to the registration page.

Print the eNTRI Note

After you register, you must print the eNTRI Note which serves like a visa, allowing you to travel to Malaysia.

However, unlike with the Malaysian eVisa, you cannot apply for an eNTRI at any time you want. You must wait at least three months from the last time you entered Malaysia with an eNTRI before you can apply for another one.

How Can I Enter Malaysia if I Have an eNTRI Visa?

If you are a Malaysia eNTRI visa holder, you can enter by one of the following entry points:

If travelling by air:

• Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Sabah
• Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Sepang (KLIA and KLIA 2)
• Kuching International Airport, Sarawak
• Labuan International Airport, Sabah
• Langkawi International Airport, Kedah
• Melaka International Airport, Melaka
• Miri International Airport, Sarawak
• Penang International Airport, Pulau Pinang
• Senai International Airport, Johor

If travelling by land:

• Bukit Kayu Hitam Checkpoint, Kedah
• Padang Besar Checkpoint, Perlis
• Sultan Abu Bakar Checkpoint, Johor
• Sultan Iskandar Building Immigration Checkpoint, Johor
• Sungai Tujuh Immigration Checkpoint, Sarawak
• Tedungan Immigration Checkpoint, Sarawak

How Long is a Malaysia eNTRI Visa Valid for?

You can only stay in Malaysia for up to 15 days with an eNTRI and you can only enter the country once. You cannot apply for an extension of your eNTRI visa.

If you want to stay for longer than 15 days, you will have to apply for a Malaysian eVISA as described above.

Will I be Allowed to Enter Malaysia With a Malaysian Online Visa?

No, the online visa serves like any other visa in regards to the fact that it does not guarantee entry to Malaysia.

It only allows the holder to travel to Malaysia, where they will present themselves at the Immigration Officers at the point of entry.

The Immigration Officer then decides whether you are eligible to enter the country or not – if you are granted permission, you will receive a Stamp on your passport which states the number of days you are allowed to stay.

What Will You Need After You Arrive in Malaysia?

Once you arrive in Malaysia, you must go through border control at the point of entry, where you must present the following documents to the Immigration Officers:

• Your eVisa/eNTRi printout.
• Your boarding pass.
• Your valid passport.
• Proof of accommodation, such as hotel booking.
• A booked return flight ticket.
• Sufficient funds to cover the duration of your stay

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The type of Pass you receive depends on how long you want to stay in Malaysia and your purpose of travel.

Therefore, the Short Term Social Visit Pass for Malaysia is the type of Pass you will receive if are travelling for tourism, business, or social visit purposes, among others.

Who Needs a Short Term Social Visit Pass for Malaysia?

You need a Short Term Social Visit Pass if you are travelling to Malaysia for one of the following reasons:

• For a social visit.
• As a tourist.
• As a journalist or reporter.
• To attend a business meeting or discussion.
• To attend a seminar or conference.
• To sign an agreement.
• To carry out a survey regarding investment opportunities or setting up a factory.
• To undergo an exam at a university.
• If you are a student on a goodwill mission.
• To take part in a sporting competition.
• To do any other activity which is approved by the Director General of Immigration.

However, keep in mind that you cannot take up any work while you are in Malaysia with a Short Term Social Visit Pass.

Can you get a Short Term Social Visit Pass for Malaysia Without a visa?

Yes, if you are from a country whose nationals are exempt from Malaysian visas, you can travel to Malaysia visa-free and request a Short Term Social Visit Pass at the point of entry.

You have to request a Short Term Social Visit Pass from the Malaysian immigration officers regardless of which of the categories below you fall into:

• You are a visa-required national and you have already received a Malaysian visa before you travelled.
• You are a visa-exempt national and you travelled to Malaysia visa-free.

Who needs a visa?

If you are from one of the following countries, you have to apply for a visa before you can travel to Malaysia and request a Short Term Social Visit Pass:

Required Documents for a Malaysia Short Term Social Visit Pass

When you arrive in Malaysia, you must convince the Immigration Offices you are fit to enter. You must have the following documents with you:

• Your passport, which must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from the time you intend to enter.
• Your visa (if applicable).
• Proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay in Malaysia.
• Proof of accommodation in Malaysia, such as a hotel booking.
• A return flight ticket.
• A completed Arrival/Departure Card, which you receive at the point of entry.
• Any supporting documents which are relevant to your purpose of travel.
• Any relevant documents you submitted with your visa application.

How can you get a Malaysia Short Term Social Visit Pass?

You will receive a Short Term Social Visit Pass only at the Malaysian point of entry.

The Immigration Officers will give you a Pass if they decide that you are eligible to enter Malaysia.

Some nationals have to apply for a visa before they can get a Malaysia Short Term Social Visit Pass.

What type of visa do you need?

If your purpose of travel is any of the reasons listed above, the type of visa you must apply for is a Malaysian Tourist Visa, which is:

• A Single Entry Visa, meaning you can only use it to enter Malaysia once.
• A Visa Without Reference, meaning you don’t need to receive permission from the Immigration Department of Malaysia to receive it. It is the Malasyian Representative Office Abroad (Embassy/Consulate) where you apply that issues it.

How to apply for a Malaysian visa?

There are two ways you can apply for a Malaysia visa:

In person

The Malaysia visa application process at a Malaysian Representative Office Abroad (Embassy/Consulate) is as follows:

1. Find the nearest Malaysian Embassy or Consulate. Visit their website to learn more about the required documents and opening hours.
2. Download the Malaysia Visa Application Form. You can find it at the website of the Embassy or Consulate you are applying in or the website of the immigration Department of Malaysia.
3. Gather the required documents and submit them along with your passport and the application form.
4. If your visa is approved, collect your passport with the affixed visa from the Embassy/Consulate.
5. Use the visa to travel to Malaysia and request a Short Term Social Visit Pass.

Online

If you are from a country who can apply for a Malaysia visa online, you can do so through this website: windowmalaysia.my

You will have to upload the required documents electronically, but the visa will be processed faster and you can apply from your home.

Once your visa is approved, you have to print it and use it to travel to Malaysia and request a Short Term Social Visit Pass.

Malaysia Short Term Social Visit Pass Validity

The validity of your Malaysia Short Term Social Visit Pass is up to the Immigration Officers to decide, but depends on your nationality and type of visa as well. As such, it can be:

• Up to 90 days, if you are a visa-exempt national.
• Up to 30 days, if:
  • You are a visa-exempt national who is allowed a visa-free stay in Malaysia of up to 30 days; or
  • You have received a Malaysia tourist visa.
• Up to 15 days if you are an Indian or Chinese national who received an eNTRI visa.
• Up to 14 days, if you are a visa-exempt national who allowed visa-free travel to Malaysia of up to 14 days.
• Up to 7 days if you are an Indian or Chinese national who received a Malaysian Visa On Arrival.

Keep in mind that just because you are allowed to stay in Malaysia “up to X number of days” it doesn’t mean that’s how long your Malaysia Short Term Social Visit Pass will be issued for. For example, you can be allowed to stay for up to 90 days, but only receive a Short Term Social Visit Pass for 30 days.

Short Term Social Visit Pass Malaysia Extension

In most cases, an extension of a Short Term Social Visit Pass for Malaysia is not possible. Extensions are only issued in extreme circumstances, such as if you fell ill, had an accident, or an event which could endanger your life happened in your country (such as political conflict/war) while you were in Malaysia.

If you want to apply for a Short Term Social Visit Pass extension, you have to download Form IMM.55 (application For Extension Of Visit Pass) and fill it in.

Then, collect any documents that serve as evidence of your request and apply for an extension at an Immigration Office in Malaysia.

Do not overstay your Pass for any reason. Staying in Malaysia illegally is a punishable offense and you could be fined and/or jailed.

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Additionally, a Malaysia tourist visa is not all the permission you need to actually enter the country. You will also need a Short Term Social Visit Pass, which an Immigration Officer will grant you at the Malaysian point of entry.

This article will detail the Malaysia tourist visa: what it is, who needs it, and how to apply for one.

What is a Malaysia Tourist Visa?

A Malaysia tourist visa is:

• A Single Entry Visa, which means you can only use it to enter the country once. Multiple-entry visas, which have a longer validity, are not usually issued for tourism purposes.
• A Visa Without Reference, which means you don’t need to receive permission from the Immigration Department of Malaysia to receive it. It is the Malasyian Representative Office Abroad (Embassy/Consulate) in which you apply who issues it.
• A pre-entry requirement into the country, which means it only allows you to travel to Malaysia. It does not guarantee that you will actually enter Malaysia.

The decision on whether or not you can enter Malaysia or not is up to an Immigration Officer at the point of entry where you arrive. Immigration Officers decide on whether a foreign national is fit to enter Malaysia, regardless of whether they need a visa and their purpose of travel.

If they decide that you are fit to enter, you will receive a Pass (ie. a stamp on your passport), depending on why you want to enter. For tourism, the type of Malaysia Pass you receive is a Short Term Social Visit Pass.

Who Needs a Malaysia Tourist Visa?

You only need to apply for a Malaysian tourist visa if you are from one of the following countries:

Nationals of other countries do not have to apply for a visa if they are only entering Malaysia for a short period of time and for tourism purposes. Some countries can stay in Malaysia without a visa for longer than others.

Click here to see how long you can stay in Malaysia without having to apply for a visa.

How to Apply for a Malaysia Tourist Visa?

Depending on your nationality, there are two ways through which you can apply for a Malaysian tourist visa:

• In person, at a Malasyian Representative Office Abroad (Embassy/Consulate) or an authorized Visa Application Center.
• Online, for nationals of specific countries only.

Applying for a Malaysia tourist visa in person

To apply for a Malaysian tourist visa, you should go through these steps:

1. Find out where to apply.
2. Download the Malaysian tourist visa application form.
3. Collect the required documents for a tourist visa to Malaysia.
4. Submit the application to the embassy/consulate.
5. Wait for processing.

Find out where to apply

To apply in person, you must first find the nearest Malaysian Embassy or Consulate to you, or a Visa Application Center which can submit the application on your behalf.

Download the Malaysian tourist visa application form

Next, download the Malaysian Visa application form from the website of the Immigration Department of Malaysia. You must complete it electronically (you need access to a computer and an Adobe Reader or equivalent) and print two copies, which you must sign.

Collect the required documents for a tourist visa to Malaysia

Every Malaysian Embassy/consulate has different requirements regarding the documents you must submit. However, the required documents for a Malaysian tourist visa are the following:

• Two copies of the completed Malaysia Visa Application Form.
• Your passport, which is valid for at least another six months from the date you intent to enter Malaysia.
• Two passport-size pictures of yourself which are in line with Malaysia photo requirements. Make sure to follow the picture guidelines as per their requirements because even an incorrect picture format could cost you your visa.
• A complete flight itinerary, which includes a return flight ticket.
• Proof of accommodation in Malaysia, such as a hotel booking.
• Letter of invitation from your host/sponsor in Malaysia (if you have one). If you’ll be staying with them, they must confirm this in the letter and it will count as proof of accommodation.
• No Objection Letter from your employer or educational institution.
• Proof of sufficient funds to cover the duration of your stay.
• Proof of paid Malaysian visa fee. Some Embassies/Consulates require the fee to be paid in cash, while others will only accept payments made through a bank transaction.
• Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate if you are from a country who is in the risk of Yellow Fever transmission or recently traveled/transited there for longer than 12 hours.

Submit the application to the embassy/consulate

After collecting the required documents, you should submit them, along with the application form, to the Malaysian Embassy/Consulate. You will also have to leave your passport, since if your application is approved, the visa officers will affix your visa to it.

Wait for processing

The Malaysian tourist visa processing time depends on the specific Embassy/Consulate. It usually takes about a week, on average.

If your application is approved, you must collect your passport with the visa on it, which allows you to travel to Malaysia.

Applying for a Malaysia tourist visa online

You can apply for a Malaysia tourist visa online only if you are from one of the following countries:

• China
• India
• Sri Lanka
• Nepal
• Myanmar
• Bangladesh
• Pakistan
• Bhutan
• Serbia
• Montenegro

Malaysia has two online visa application facilities which allow nationals from the countries above to receive their Malaysia visa faster:

• Malaysia eVisa (Electronic Visa), which is valid for three months and allows the holder to stay in Malaysia for a maximum of 30 days.
• Malaysia eNTRI (Electronic Travel Registration and Information), which is only available for Chinese and Indian nationals. An eNRTI allows the holder to stay in Malaysia for up to 15 days.

If you are eligible to apply for a Malaysia tourist visa online, you will receive a printable visa, which you must show to the Immigration Officers upon arrival to the Malaysian point of entry.

Learn more about the Malaysian Online Visa here.

After Arriving at the Malaysian Port of Entry

After you arrive in Malaysia, you must go through border control, where the Immigration Officers decide whether to grant you entry. You must show them the following documents:

• Your passport and visa.
• Your return flight ticket.
• Proof you have sufficient funds.
• Your completed Arrival/Departure Card, which you can get after arriving at the point of entry.
• Proof of accommodation.
• Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate (if applicable)
• Letter of invitation from host (if applicable).

If you are allowed to enter, you will receive a Short Term Social Visit Pass. Every foreign national who enters Malaysia must have a Pass, regardless of whether or not they need a visa.

The Pass indicates the number of days you are allowed to stay. You must not overstay your Pass under any circumstances.

How Long is a Malaysia Tourist Visa Valid?

A Malaysian tourist visa (eVisa included) is valid for a maximum of 3 months and for a single entry. However, you can only stay in Malaysia for a maximum of 30 days. It is the immigration Officer at the Malaysian point of entry who decides how long you can stay.

An eNTRI visa is only valid for 15 days, and you cannot apply for another eNTRI unless three months have passed since your current one.

You cannot extend a Malaysian tourist visa. If you need to stay in Malaysia longer, you can apply for a multiple entry visa, which is issued for business and governmental purposes.

Malaysia Tourist Visa On Arrival

If you are an Indian or Chinese national, you can get a Malaysian Visa On Arrival at the point of entry, provided that you meet the following conditions:

• You’re coming directly from Indonesia, Singapore or Thailand and
• You hold a valid visa for one of those countries, and
• You have a return/onward flight ticket dated within the next 7 days, and
• You have at least USD 1000 per person.

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