Malaysia visas
Whether you need a visa to enter Malaysia depends on your nationality and the purpose and length of your visit: many nationalities enter visa-free for social visits, while others must obtain an eVISA or a visa before travel, and anyone intending to work, study or settle needs the relevant pass. Entry rules, visas, passes and permits are administered by the Immigration Department of Malaysia (Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia), with the official eVISA portal at malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my. Always confirm the current requirement for your nationality and purpose on the official Immigration Department channels before you travel.
Malaysian visa categories
Explore visa categories by the purpose of your trip.
- Visitor & short-stay visasShort stays in Malaysia — tourism, visiting family or friends, business visits and transit, plus any visa-free or e-visa options.4 visas
- Work visasComing to Malaysia to work — the employment and skilled-worker routes and the permits they require.2 visas
- Study visasStudying in Malaysia — student visas and permits for accepted students.1 visa
- Family visasJoining or sponsoring a partner, child or other relative in Malaysia.2 visas
- Business & investor visasInvesting, doing business or coming to Malaysia as a highly skilled individual.2 visas
- Residence & citizenshipLiving in Malaysia long term — residence routes and, where available, the path to citizenship.2 visas
Malaysian visa application at a glance
From start to finish in five simple steps.
- 01Choose the right visa
- 02Check eligibility & documents
- 03Apply online
- 04Provide biometrics
- 05Wait for a decision
Malaysia — key facts
- Visa authority
- Immigration Department of Malaysia (Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia)
- Application
- Online (in most cases)
- Biometrics
- Usually required
- Currency
- Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)
- Time zone
- Malaysia Time (MYT, UTC+8)
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.