| Malaysia Visa Information |
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Who requires a Visa?
What documents will be required?
Time required to issue a Visa
What is the cost of a Visa?
How long is the Visa valid for?
Other information
Embassy contact information
Travel Guide
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Who requires a visa?
Most visitors do not require a visa to enter Malaysia if the period is less than 1 month and the purpose of the visit is business or social (see below for more detailed requirements). However, visas are required at all times by nationals of the following countries: Afghanistan, Angola, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central African Republic, China (PR), Congo (Rep), Congo (Dem Rep), Côte D’Ivoire, Djibouti, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Ghana, Guinea-Bissau, India, Liberia, Mali, Myanmar, Mozambique, Nepal, Niger, Nigeria, Pakistan, Rwanda, Sri Lanka, Taiwan and Western Sahara (nationals of these countries may be granted visa relaxation for transit through Malaysia, for less than 5 days, via a Malaysian international airport, if in possession of confirmed onward airline tickets to a third country before arriving). British Overseas Citizens also require a visa.
Visas are not required by the following for social or business visits:
(a) 1. nationals of EU countries for stays of up to 3 months (except nationals of Ireland for stays of up to 2 months and Greece and Portugal for stays of up to 1 month);
(b) 2. nationals of Commonwealth countries (except nationals of those countries mentioned above who do require a visa) for stays of up to 1 month; nationals of Australia, Canada, New Zealand and South Africa for up to 3 months.
(c) 3. nationals of Albania, Algeria, Argentina, Bahrain, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Brazil, Croatia, Cuba, Czech Republic, Egypt, Hungary, Iceland, Japan, Jordan, Korea (Rep), Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Liechtenstein, Morocco, Norway, Oman, Peru, Poland, Qatar, Romania, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Slovakia, Switzerland, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, United Arab Emirates, Uruguay, USA and Yemen for stays of up to 3 months;
(d) nationals of Iran, Iraq, Libya, Palestine, Syria and holders of a Portuguese Certificate of Identity or a Macao Travel Permit for stays of up to 14 days;
(e) nationals of all countries other than those mentioned above for stays of up to 1 month;
(f) travellers on transit to another country, for less than 5 days, with a confirmed ticket via a Malaysian airport.
Note: Nationals of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka must apply for a visa from the consulate, embassy or Malaysian Immigration Department in their countries of residence. Visitors intending to stay longer than the granted period should write to the Immigration Department at the Malaysian High Commission in the country in which they are applying.
Restricted entry: Nationals of Israel and Serbia and Montenegro (unless in transit and staying inside the airport). Foreign women who are at least 6 months pregnant (unless in transit) and those of scruffy appearance may be denied entry.
What documents will be required?
A valid passport or other travel documents recognised by the Malaysian government required by all. The former must have enough pages for the embarkation stamp upon arrival and be valid for at least 6 months at date of entry. The latter should be endorsed with a valid re-entry permit.
Note: All visitors must also have proof of adequate funds and an onward or return sea or air ticket.
Application and enquiries to: Malaysian High Commission; see Contact Addresses section.
Application requirements: (a) Passport valid for at least 6 months. (b) Two passport-size photos. (c) Fee (payable in cash or postal order only). (d) Two completed and signed application forms (at a charge of £0.25 each). (e) Proof of sufficient funds (including original and photocopy of most recent bank statement). (f) Onward or return ticket or travel itinerary from travel agent. (g) Compulsory yellow fever vaccination certificate for all visitors coming from infected areas as listed by WHO. (h) Letter of introduction (and copy) from applicant’s employer, college or university.
Time required to issue visa:
Same day – morning submission of the application (0900-1200) and afternoon collection (1530).
What is the cost of a visa?
Social: single- and multiple-entry visa prices are flat-rate fees of £10, except for Indian passports, in which case the multiple-entry fee is £20. Prices are subject to change. Enquire at the Malaysian High Commission for details.
How long is the visa valid for?
The permitted length of stay is entered on the visa at the time of issue and is at the discretion of the issuer. Normally 1 to 3 months from date of issue. Extensions are possible. Enquire at the Malaysian High Commission for further details.
Other information:
Temporary residence (Special pass for employment): Those wishing to take up employment should apply for a job in advance. Their prospective employers should then apply on their behalf for a Professional or Employment Pass by contacting the Malaysian Immigration Head Office, Block I, Pusat Bandar Damansara, Bukit Damansutra, 50550 Kuala Lumpur (tel: (3) 2094 5096; fax: (3) 2093 9092). For further details contact the Malaysian High Commission (see Contact Addresses section).
Embassy contact information:
Please contact the nearest Malaysia embassy for information on what documentation you may require to enter Malaysia. |
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