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3 routes
Visit
Short stays: tourism, transit, business trips, medical, pilgrimage.
Tourist Visa
Malaysia eVisa
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Online tourist visa for visa-required nationalities (e.g. Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and normally China/India outside their current exemption), applied via the official malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my portal. Each entry allows a stay of up to 30 days with no extension; single-entry and one-year multiple-entry versions exist, with visa fees varying by nationality (e.g. RM50 India, RM30 China, RM20 most others, plus processing charges). The eVisa is typically valid 3 months from issue.
Service fee
MYR 240
Processing time
3 days
Max stay
30 days
Validity
90 days
Document checklist (6)
Passport valid 6+ monthsWith at least 2 blank pages; scanned bio page uploaded.
Recent passport photoDigital passport-format photo per portal specifications.
Return/onward flight ticketConfirmed booking entering and leaving Malaysia.
Proof of accommodationHotel booking or host details for the stay.
Visa fee paymentOnline card payment; amount depends on nationality.
Birth certificate for minorsOptionalRequired for applicants under 18 travelling with parents.
Tourist Visa
Malaysia Visa-Free Entry (Social Visit)
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Nationals of about 50 countries (US, UK, most EU, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, etc.) enter visa-free for up to 90 days as social visitors; most ASEAN nationals get 30 days, and China and India nationals are visa-exempt for 30 days until 31 December 2026. All foreign visitors must submit the free Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) online within 3 days before arrival. The social visit pass covers tourism and business meetings but does not permit work or study.
Government fee
MYR 0
Max stay
90 days
Document checklist (5)
Passport valid 6+ monthsPassport must be valid at least 6 months beyond arrival.
Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC)Free online registration at imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac within 3 days before arrival.
Onward or return ticketProof of onward/return travel out of Malaysia.
Proof of accommodationHotel booking or host address in Malaysia.
Proof of sufficient fundsOptionalFunds to cover the stay; may be checked at the border.
Transit Visa
Malaysia Transit Without Visa (TWOV)
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Free transit pass of up to 120 hours for certain visa-required nationals (e.g. China, Myanmar, Nepal, Bhutan) transiting through KLIA/klia2 with a confirmed onward ticket. Nationals of India, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Sri Lanka qualify only if holding a visa or residence permit of Australia, China, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, Taiwan or the US and travelling to/from those countries. Available only at KLIA Terminals 1 and 2; visa-free nationalities do not need it.
Government fee
MYR 0
Max stay
5 days
Document checklist (4)
Passport valid 6+ monthsValid national passport.
Confirmed onward ticketDeparture from KLIA/klia2 within 120 hours.
Third-country visa/residence permitOptionalFor Indian, Bangladeshi, Pakistani and Sri Lankan nationals: valid visa or residence permit of AU/CN/JP/NZ/KR/TW/US.
MDACDigital arrival card submission if passing immigration.
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Business Visitor Visa
Medical Treatment Visa
Pilgrimage Visa
2 routes
Study & Training
Universities, language courses, internships and exchanges.
Student Visa
Malaysia Student Pass
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Pass for international students admitted to MQA/MOHE-approved institutions, processed through Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS), which issues a Visa Approval Letter before travel; first-year visa-related costs typically run RM1,000-1,500 including medical screening and insurance. Requires a passport valid 18+ months and, for renewal, minimum 80% attendance and CGPA of at least 2.0; a post-arrival medical examination must be completed within 7 days. The pass is issued for the course duration in annual increments and a Graduate Pass exists for post-study stay.
Work: up to 20 h/week
Study: Full-time study at approved institution
Service fee
MYR 1,000
Processing time
35 days
Validity
365 days
Document checklist (8)
Letter of offerAdmission from an approved Malaysian institution.
PassportValid at least 18 months, copies of all pages.
EMGS application and feeOnline application via EMGS for the Visa Approval Letter.
Academic transcripts and certificatesPrior qualifications supporting admission.
Pre-arrival health declaration / medical screeningEMGS health requirements plus post-arrival medical within 7 days.
English proficiencyOptionalIELTS/TOEFL/PTE etc. where required by the course.
Proof of fundsOptionalAbility to cover tuition and living costs.
Internship / Trainee Visa
Professional Visit Pass (PVP)
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Short-term pass for foreign professionals, experts, trainees and interns engaged by a Malaysian sponsor while remaining employed by their overseas company, valid up to 12 months and generally non-renewable; internships in sectors like manufacturing and hotels are limited to 6 months. A Malaysian ESD-registered company must sponsor and apply before the applicant enters, and there is no minimum salary requirement. Also used for visiting researchers, religious workers, and film/equipment installation assignments.
Work: Tied to assignment; foreign employer
Service fee
MYR 1,000
Processing time
21 days
Max stay
365 days
Validity
365 days
Document checklist (7)
Sponsor application letterFrom an ESD-registered Malaysian company stating purpose and duration.
Passport copy (all pages)Valid 12+ months with at least 6 empty pages.
Overseas employment evidenceLetter from home employer confirming continued employment/secondment.
CV and qualificationsRelevant to the assignment.
Assignment/training planDetails of the project, training or internship placement.
Passport photoPer immigration specification.
Visa with Reference (VDR)OptionalFor visa-required nationals after approval.
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Language Course Visa
Exchange Program Visa
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Work & Self-Employment
Digital nomad, freelance, skilled employment and company transfers.
Digital Nomad Visa
DE Rantau Nomad Pass
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MDEC-run digital nomad pass for remote workers, freelancers and contractors serving non-Malaysian clients/employers; digital/IT professionals need annual income above USD 24,000 and non-tech professionals (executives, finance, legal, consultants etc.) above USD 60,000. Issued for 3-12 months and renewable once for a total of 24 months; fee RM1,000 for the main applicant and RM500 per dependent (spouse, children; parents of the main holder also allowed). Applications are fully online via the MDEC portal and open to all nationalities except Israel.
Work: Remote work / IT freelance for foreign clients
Family: Spouse + children dependants allowed
Government fee
MYR 1,000
Service fee
MYR 1,000
Processing time
49 days
Validity
365 days
Document checklist (8)
PassportAt least 14 months validity and 6 empty pages.
Proof of remote workActive employment contract with a non-Malaysian company or project contracts exceeding 3 months (freelancers).
Proof of incomeLatest 3 months' bank statements plus annual income evidence meeting the USD 24,000/60,000 threshold.
Latest income tax returnPersonal tax declaration from home/residence country.
Letter of good conduct / background checkCriminal record certificate.
Medical insuranceCoverage valid in Malaysia for applicant and dependents (can be provided before pass issuance).
Resume/CVShowing digital or professional domain experience.
Dependent documentsOptionalMarriage/birth certificates for spouse and children.
Startup / Entrepreneur Visa
Malaysia Tech Entrepreneur Programme (MTEP)
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MDEC-run residence pass for foreign tech founders: New Entrepreneurs (idea/early stage, pitch deck, max 2 co-founders, sponsorship by an MDEC-recognised Malaysia Digital Hub) receive a 1-year pass, while Established Entrepreneurs/investors with 2+ years of track record receive a 5-year pass with dependents allowed. Applicants must show at least RM50,000 maintained in a personal bank account over 3 months and hold a passport valid 18+ months; total application fees start around RM2,650 (1-year) and RM5,300 (5-year). Passes are renewable subject to business progress in Malaysia's tech ecosystem.
Work: Run own tech startup; 1 or 5 yr
Family: 5-yr pass: spouse+children dependants
Service fee
MYR 1,200
Min. investment
MYR 50,000
Document checklist (7)
PassportValid at least 18 months.
Pitch deck / business planDescription of proprietary tech product or service.
Proof of fundsMinimum RM50,000 personal bank balance maintained over 3 months.
Malaysia Digital Hub agreementSponsorship/tenancy with a recognised hub (New Entrepreneur track).
Company track recordOptional2+ years of financials/registration for Established Entrepreneur track.
CV of founder(s)Background of up to two co-founders.
Letter of good conductNo criminal record evidence.
Skilled Work Visa
Malaysia Employment Pass (Categories I, II, III)
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Employer-sponsored work pass for expatriates, applied by an ESD-registered company. From 1 June 2026 the salary tiers are: Category I RM20,000+/month (pass up to 5 years per issue, max 10 years), Category II RM10,000-19,999 (up to 2 years per issue, max 10 years with succession plan), Category III RM5,000-9,999 (12 months, renewable, max 5 years, dependents newly allowed). Long-serving EP holders can progress to the Residence Pass-Talent after 3 years.
Work: Employer/role-tied; Cat I-III
Family: Cat I/II dependant pass; spouse+kids
Service fee
MYR 1,000
Min. income / month
MYR 5,000
Document checklist (8)
Employer ESD registration and approvalSponsoring company must be registered with the Expatriate Services Division and have an approved expatriate quota/projection.
Passport (all pages)Valid at least 18 months with blank pages.
Employment contractSigned and stamped contract stating salary and duration.
Academic certificatesDegree/diploma or professional certificates relevant to the role.
Updated CVShowing relevant work experience.
Passport-size photoRecent photo per ESD specifications.
Company supporting letterJustification of the expatriate hire and job description.
Visa with Reference (VDR)OptionalNationals of visa-required countries obtain a VDR at a Malaysian mission after approval.
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Freelancer Visa
Self-Employment Visa
Seasonal Work Visa
Intra-Company Transfer Visa
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Invest & Capital
Golden visas, real estate, citizenship by investment, passive income.
Golden Visa (Residence by Investment)
Premium Visa Programme (PVIP)
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20-year renewable residency-by-investment pass for high-net-worth individuals: RM1,000,000 fixed deposit in a Malaysian bank plus proof of offshore income of at least RM40,000/month (RM480,000/year). One-off participation fee of RM200,000 for the principal and RM100,000 per dependent; holders may live, work, study and do business in Malaysia with no minimum stay requirement. Up to 50% of the deposit may be withdrawn for property, education or medical purposes.
Work: May work, run business, study
Study: May study in Malaysia
Family: Spouse, children, parents included
Government fee
MYR 200,000
Validity
7,300 days
Min. income / month
MYR 40,000
Min. investment
MYR 1,000,000
Document checklist (8)
Passport copiesAll pages for principal and dependents.
Proof of offshore incomeRM40,000+/month or RM480,000+/year from outside Malaysia.
Fixed deposit certificateRM1,000,000 placed in a Malaysian bank after conditional approval.
Letter of good conductFrom authorities of the country of residence.
Medical reportFrom a Malaysian private hospital or registered clinic for all applicants.
Local medical insuranceValid Malaysian health insurance coverage.
Participation fee paymentRM200,000 principal, RM100,000 per dependent.
Long-term social visit pass for financially independent foreigners (age 25+), restructured in June 2024 into tiers: Silver (USD 150,000 fixed deposit, 5-year pass, property purchase from RM600,000), Gold (USD 500,000, 15-year pass, property RM1 million+), Platinum (USD 1,000,000, 20-year pass, property RM2 million+, limited work rights, RM200,000 participation fee) and a Special Economic Zone tier (USD 65,000 under age 50 / USD 32,000 age 50+, property RM500,000+ e.g. Forest City). Property must be held 10 years and up to 50% of the deposit can be withdrawn for property, education or medical expenses; under-50 participants must spend 90 days/year in Malaysia. Pass is renewable as long as conditions are maintained; no work permitted except limited rights for Platinum.
Study: May study; social visit pass
Family: Spouse + children dependants
Validity
1,825 days
Min. investment
$150,000
Document checklist (8)
Passport (all participants)Certified copies of all pages, valid 18+ months.
Fixed deposit placementUSD 150,000 / 500,000 / 1,000,000 (or SEZ amount) in a Malaysian bank after conditional approval.
Proof of financial capabilityBank statements and asset evidence supporting the chosen tier.
Property purchase undertakingMandatory residential property at the tier minimum, held at least 10 years.
Letter of good conductPolice clearance from country of residence for applicant and adult dependents.
Medical report and insuranceHealth examination in Malaysia and valid medical insurance.
Marriage/birth certificatesOptionalFor accompanying spouse and children.
Application via licensed MM2H agentApplications must be submitted through an agent licensed by MOTAC.
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Residence by Real Estate
Citizenship by Investment
Business Investor Visa
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Retire & Lifestyle
Retirement visas and working holiday schemes.
Retirement Visa
Sarawak-Malaysia My Second Home (S-MM2H)
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Sarawak's separate, cheaper second-home scheme for applicants aged 30+, granting a 5-year renewable social visit pass valid for residence in Sarawak. Requires a fixed deposit of RM150,000 (single) or RM300,000 (couple) in a Sarawak bank, or for retirees proof of offshore monthly income/pension of RM7,000 (single) or RM10,000 (couple); a minimum deposit balance must be maintained throughout. No minimum stay requirement and conditions are independent of the federal MM2H tiers.
Study: May study; children may enrol
Family: Spouse + children dependants
Validity
1,825 days
Min. income / month
MYR 7,000
Min. investment
MYR 150,000
Document checklist (7)
Passport copiesAll pages, valid 18+ months.
Fixed deposit or pension proofRM150,000/300,000 FD in Sarawak, or RM7,000/10,000 monthly offshore income for retiree route.
Bank statementsLatest 3 months showing financial standing.
Letter of good conductPolice clearance certificate.
Medical report and insuranceHealth check and Malaysian-valid insurance.
Local sponsor or licensed agentApplication via Sarawak-licensed agent or sponsor.
Working Holiday Visa
Malaysia Work and Holiday Visa
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Reciprocal scheme letting young citizens of partner countries (principally Australia, also New Zealand) live in Malaysia for up to 12 months while working temporarily to fund their travels. Applicants must be 18-30 at application and hold tertiary qualifications or have completed at least 2 years of undergraduate study. Administered as a special programme by the Immigration Department via Malaysian missions abroad.
Work: Work permitted; temporary, capped
Study: Study/training max 4 months
Service fee
MYR 1,000
Max stay
365 days
Validity
365 days
Document checklist (6)
Application form (KDN working holiday form)Submitted via the Malaysian High Commission/Embassy.
PassportValid for the full 12-month stay plus 6 months.
Tertiary qualification evidenceDegree or proof of 2+ years undergraduate study.
Proof of fundsSufficient funds for initial support and onward travel.
Return/onward ticket or funds for oneEvidence of ability to leave Malaysia.
Medical/health insuranceOptionalCoverage for the stay.
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Family & Origin
Reunification, spouse routes and ancestry-based repatriation.
Family Reunification Visa
Malaysia Dependant Pass
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Pass for the spouse, children under 18 and legally adopted children of Employment Pass holders, applied through the employer's ESD account; validity is tied to the principal's pass. Historically limited to EP Categories I and II, but under the June 2026 policy Category III holders may also bring dependents; filing fees are roughly RM500 per dependent. Dependent spouses may work only after obtaining an endorsement/Letter of Permission to Work with a Malaysian employer sponsor; parents and children over 18 use the Long-Term Social Visit Pass instead.
Service fee
MYR 1,200
Document checklist (6)
Principal's valid Employment PassPass must be valid; dependant pass expires with it.
Dependent's passportAll pages, valid 18+ months.
Marriage certificateFor spouse, translated/certified if not in English or Malay.
Birth certificateFor children under 18 (or adoption papers).
Passport photosPer ESD specification.
Employer cover letterSubmission via the sponsoring company's ESD account.
Spouse / Partner Visa
Long-Term Social Visit Pass (Spouse of Malaysian)
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Residence pass for foreign spouses of Malaysian citizens whose marriage is registered under Malaysian law, issued for 6 months to 5 years and renewable, with a path toward permanent residence after long residence. Both spouses must appear in person at an Immigration office in Malaysia; the Malaysian sponsor must show income of about RM2,000+/month. LTSVP-holding spouses of citizens may work with an employment endorsement without needing a separate Employment Pass.
Service fee
MYR 1,200
Processing time
21 days
Document checklist (7)
Applicant's passportCopies of all pages including previous visas.
Marriage certificateMarriage legally registered in Malaysia (JPN) or recognised under Malaysian law.
Sponsor's MyKadMalaysian spouse's identity card; sponsor present at submission.
Sponsor's proof of incomeApproximately RM2,000+/month (payslips/bank statements).
Security bondPersonal bond payment, amount varies by nationality.
Photos and forms IM.12/IM.55Completed immigration forms with passport photos.
Certified translationsOptionalDocuments not in English/Malay must be certified translations.
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Dependent Relative Visa
Ancestry / Repatriation
2 routes
Special Categories
Talent, religious, humanitarian, media, official and permanent residence.
Talent / Highly Skilled Visa
Residence Pass-Talent (RP-T)
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10-year pass (endorsed 5+5 years) for highly skilled expatriates already working in Malaysia, administered by TalentCorp. Requires at least 3 consecutive years in Malaysia on an Employment Pass, basic monthly salary of RM15,000 (RM180,000/year excluding allowances), Malaysian tax payments for the latest 2 years, a recognised qualification and 5+ years total work experience. Holders may change employers freely, spouses receive work-eligible passes, and an RP-T Post-10-Years renewal track exists.
Work: Work for any employer; spouse may work
Study: Holder + children may study
Residency: 10-yr pass; PR discretionary
Family: Spouse can work; children included
Service fee
MYR 1,200
Validity
3,650 days
Min. income / month
MYR 15,000
Document checklist (8)
Valid Employment PassMore than 3 months validity at submission, after 3+ consecutive years working in Malaysia.
Income tax recordsMalaysian tax file number and tax paid for the latest 2 years (e-BE/EA forms).
Academic or professional certificatesPhD/Master's/Bachelor's/Diploma or professional competency certificate.
CVDemonstrating minimum 5 years total work experience.
Employer recommendation letterOptionalSupporting letter from current Malaysian employer.
Dependent documentsOptionalMarriage/birth certificates for spouse and children passes.
Permanent Residence
Malaysia Permanent Residence (Entry Permit)
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Malaysian PR is granted via the Entry Permit under categories: Investor (USD 2 million fixed deposit held 5 years, sponsored by a Malaysian), Expert (world-class talent certified by a relevant agency), Professional (3+ years working in Malaysia in strategic fields with competency certification), spouse of a Malaysian (after 5 years on LTSVP, via a points system), and a points-based general category. Processing is slow (6 months to several years) and approvals are discretionary. PR confers open-ended residence and work rights with a Red Identity Card (MyPR).
Min. investment
MYR 2,000,000
Document checklist (7)
Entry Permit application formSubmitted to Immigration HQ Putrajaya (investor/expert) or state office (others).
Passport and current passValid passport with existing long-term pass history.
Malaysian sponsorA Malaysian citizen sponsor is required for most categories.
USD 2 million fixed deposit certificateOptionalInvestor category; locked 5 years in a Malaysian bank.
Certificate of competency / world-class recognitionOptionalExpert and Professional categories.
Proof of residence in MalaysiaContinuous legal stay (typically 5+ years) for points-based categories.
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