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Malaysia visa requirements (2026)

Of 198 passports, 165 can travel to Malaysia without arranging a visa in advance. 30 can apply online for an e-Visa and 2 need a visa from an embassy or visa centre.

Who can visit Malaysia: passports by requirement

Do I need a visa for Malaysia?

Entry requirement Choose a passport and a destination.

Popular passports

PassportRequirementStay
United States Visa-free –
United Kingdom Visa-free –
India Visa-free –
Philippines Visa-free 30 d
Nigeria e-Visa –
Pakistan e-Visa –
Canada Visa-free 90 d
Australia Visa-free –
China Visa-free 30 d
Germany Visa-free –

Access by passport region

Passports that enter visa-free, with a visa on arrival or an eTA.

RegionPassports
Europe 43/46
Asia 40/49
Africa 34/54
North America 23/23
South America 11/12
Oceania 14/14

Working remotely from Malaysia? The Malaysia digital nomad visa requires USD 36,000 per year (tech); USD 60,000 per year (non-tech).

Passports that can enter Malaysia visa-free

165 passports

Passports eligible for Malaysia e-Visa

30 passports

Passports that need a visa for Malaysia

2 passports

Passports that are not admitted

1 passports

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Malaysia?

It depends on your passport. 165 passports can enter Malaysia visa-free, 0 get a visa on arrival, 0 need an eTA, 30 can apply for an e-Visa online and 2 need a visa from an embassy or visa centre.

Which countries can enter Malaysia without a visa?

165 passports can enter Malaysia visa-free, including Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Austria and others.

Does Malaysia offer an e-Visa?

Yes. Holders of 30 passports can apply for a visa to Malaysia online.

Holding a Malaysia passport? See where the Malaysia passport can travel visa-free.

Data last updated February 2026. Rules can change at short notice and may differ by purpose of travel. Confirm with the embassy or official immigration website of Malaysia before you book.