Malaysia Visa Policy

You can realize your planned trip to Malaysia by obtaining a Malaysia visa. Foreign nationals can apply to Malaysia Short-term visas (Tourist visa, E-visa) for temporary reasons (tourism, business, cultural, and other short-term purposes). If you want to stay in Malaysia for a longer period for some reason (such as study, employment, etc.) you can also apply for Malaysia long-term visas.

Malaysia E-visa is an online way to obtain a visa to realize a trip to Malaysia.

After completing the online application form and payment of the processing fee, you will receive your e-visa by email within 3 working days, depending on the visa processing status you have chosen.

Required Documents for Malaysia E-visa

1. Passport

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of departure from Malaysia.
• Signed by bearer
• Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years)
• At least one or two free “visa pages.”
• Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport

2. Photo

• NEW! Should not be older than 6 months.
• A frontal view of the face-covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo.
• A uniform and white background.
• Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame.
• 3.5x5 size

3. Travel Itinerary 

• Flight reservation
• Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)

Processing Time for Malaysia E-visa

The average processing time for a Malaysia E-visa is 1-3 working days.

Malaysia E-visa Application Fee

Malaysia E-visa fee is 25 USD (it can vary depending on your country and nationality).

Where to Apply for Malaysia E-visa Application?

You will apply for Malaysia E-visa online. You can apply for an E-visa through this website.

Malaysia Short-term Visa

If you are not eligible for e-Visa, you can also apply for traditional paper visas for realizing your short-term travel to Malaysia. Reasons to apply for this type of visa can be tourism, visiting family or friends, business trips, short-term education, exchange programs, short-term work, and many other non-permanent nuances. You can check all the required documents for each type of visa application, visa fees, processing time, and where to apply for the visa below.

Malaysia Tourist Visa

Malaysia Tourist visa is issued for applicants intending to visit Malaysia for tourism and sightseeing. You can apply for a Malaysia Tourist visa in order to realize your tourist activities.

Required Documents for Malaysia Tourist Visa

1. Application Form 

• Fully completed in English and signed and dated by the applicant himself (signed by both parents in case of minors, below the age of 18)

2. Passport

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.
• Signed by bearer
• Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years)
• At least one or two free “visa pages.”
• Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport

3. Two Photos

• NEW! Should not be older than 6 months.
• A frontal view of the face-covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo.
• A uniform and white background.
• Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame.
• 3.5x5 size

4. ID Card

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.

6. Photocopies

• Copy of the main page of your passport
• Copies of previous visas

7. Travel Itinerary 

• Flight reservation
• Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)

8. Letter from Local Employer/Sponsor (Proof of Occupation)

• The letter must include:
  • Name, postal address, and telephone number of sponsor/company
  • Details regarding the applicant’s working position, starting date of the employment, and salary
  • The timeframe of work leave (expected date to resume duties) and purpose of travel
• Valid trade license copy and company ownership documents (if a person is an owner of the company).
• Letter from University (if student)
• Copy of sponsor’s valid passport and residence visa (if any) to be attached to letter from sponsor (if an applicant is a dependent)

9. Proof of Financial Means

• Generally, there are several recognized ways to prove your financial sufficiency:
  • A personal bank statement indicating your financial movements (for at least 3 last months)
  • Credit card
  • Cash
  • Traveller’s cheques
  • Payslips
  • Proof of employment
  • Supporting document to attest sponsor’s readiness to cover your expenses during your stay
  • Proof of prepaid accommodation
  • Document about accommodation in private
  • Proof of prepaid transport
  • Other

10. Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate

• If you are from a country at the risk of Yellow Fever transmission or recently travelled/transited there for longer than 12 hours.

11. For Minors:

• Copy and English translation of either birth certificate/proof of adoption/custody decree if parents are divorced/death certificate of parent
• “Letter of consent” from parents, including passport copies of both parents/legal guardian

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Malaysia Tourist Visa

The average processing time for a Malaysia Tourist visa is 1-10 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Malaysia Tourist Visa Fee

Malaysia Tourist Visa fee is 2-10 USD (it can vary depending on your country and nationality). Additionally, you may also need to pay other Administrative fees such as the Visa Application center fee, courier service fee, etc., depending on the country and location of your documents' submission.

Where to Apply for Malaysia Tourist Visa?

You will apply for a Malaysia Tourist visa in Malaysia visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Malaysia Business/Congress/Trade Fair Visit Visa

A Malaysia Business visa gives you the authorization to enter Malaysia and stay here for a maximum period of your visa validity, as permitted. It permits its holder to engage in business-related activities such as attending meetings or conferences, conducting or attending the training, conducting internal audits, installing equipment, or performing other temporary services for a client, local affiliate, or branch office.

Under the Business visa category, other following cases would be applicable:

• Business matters/meetings/ negotiation/trainings
• Conference/Congress/Exhibition
• Scientific/Research events
• Journalists
• Official delegations

Required Documents for Malaysia Business Visa

1. Application Form 

• Fully completed in English and signed and dated by the applicant himself 

2. Passport

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.
• Signed by bearer
• Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years)
• At least one or two free “visa pages.”
• Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport

3. Two Photos

• NEW! Should not be older than 6 months.
• A frontal view of the face-covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo.
• A uniform and white background.
• Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame.
• 3.5x5 size

4. ID Card

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.

6. Photocopies

• Copy of the main page of your passport
• Copies of previous visas

7. Travel Itinerary 

• Flight reservation
• Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)

8. Letter from Local Employer/Sponsor (Proof of Occupation)

• The letter must include:
  • Name, postal address, and telephone number of sponsor/company
  • Details regarding the applicant’s working position, starting date of the employment, and salary
  • The timeframe of work leave (expected date to resume duties) and purpose of travel
• Valid trade license copy and company ownership documents (if a person is an owner of the company).
• Letter from University (if student)
• Copy of sponsor’s valid passport and residence visa (if any) to be attached to letter from sponsor (if an applicant is a dependent)

9. Proof of Financial Means

• Generally, there are several recognized ways to prove your financial sufficiency:
  • A personal bank statement indicating your financial movements (for at least 3 last months)
  • Credit card
  • Cash
  • Traveller’s cheques
  • Payslips
  • Proof of employment
  • Supporting document to attest sponsor’s readiness to cover your expenses during your stay
  • Proof of prepaid accommodation
  • Document about accommodation in private
  • Proof of prepaid transport
  • Other

10. Documents Reflecting the Nature of the Business Trip and the Existence of Business Relations

• Invitation letter from company/authority in Malaysia with full address, stating the purpose and duration of the business trip and/or
• Information on event/congress/trade fair being visited in Malaysia with details of organizer/host, with full address in Malaysia, duration of the event, and reason to participate (e.g. visitor ticket for trade fair).
  • If applicable, including information about who covers the expenses of the business trip in Malaysia
• Only applicable if fair exhibitor: Information on trade fair by submitting exhibitor ticket/exhibitor invoice/confirmation letter reflecting status as trade fair exhibitor.

11. Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate

• If you are from a country that is at the risk of Yellow Fever transmission or recently travelled/transited there for longer than 12 hours.

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Malaysia Business Visa

The average processing time for a Malaysia Business visa is 1-20 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Malaysia Business Visa Fee

Malaysia Business Visa fee is 2-10 USD (it can vary depending on your country and nationality). Additionally, you may also need to pay other Administrative fees such as the Visa Application center fee, courier service fee, etc., depending on the country and location of your documents' submission.

Where to Apply for Malaysia Business Visa?

You will apply for a Malaysia Business visa in Malaysia visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Malaysia Cultural, Scientific, Sports Events Visa

The Malaysia Cultural/Scientific/Sports Visa enables you to enter Malaysia for cultural, scientific, or sports purposes, such as attending cultural events.

Required Documents for Malaysia Cultural Visa

1. Application Form 

• Fully completed in English and signed and dated by the applicant himself (signed by both parents in case of minors, below the age of 18)

2. Passport

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.
• Signed by bearer
• Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years)
• At least one or two free “visa pages.”
• Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport

3. Two Photos

• NEW! Should not be older than 6 months.
• A frontal view of the face-covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo.
• A uniform and white background.
• Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame.
• 3.5x5 size

4. ID Card

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.

6. Photocopies

• Copy of the main page of your passport
• Copies of previous visas

7. Travel Itinerary 

• Flight reservation
• Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)

8. Letter from Local Employer/Sponsor (Proof of Occupation)

• The letter must include:
  • Name, postal address, and telephone number of sponsor/company
  • Details regarding the applicant’s working position, starting date of the employment, and salary
  • The timeframe of work leave (expected date to resume duties) and purpose of travel
• Valid trade license copy and company ownership documents (if a person is an owner of the company).
• Letter from University (if student)
• Copy of sponsor’s valid passport and residence visa (if any) to be attached to letter from sponsor (if an applicant is a dependent)

9. Proof of Financial Means

• Generally, there are several recognized ways to prove your financial sufficiency:
  • A personal bank statement indicating your financial movements (for at least 3 last months)
  • Credit card
  • Cash
  • Traveller’s cheques
  • Payslips
  • Proof of employment
  • Supporting document to attest sponsor’s readiness to cover your expenses during your stay
  • Proof of prepaid accommodation
  • Document about accommodation in private
  • Proof of prepaid transport
  • Other

10. Documents Reflecting the Nature/Purpose of the Journey and Stay of Artist/Member of Cultural/Sports Association in Malaysia: Artist/Athlete Member of Cultural/Sports Association in your country Travels to a Cultural/Sports Event Organized in Cooperation with a Malaysia Cultural/Sports Association

• Letter of Local Cultural Association / Sports Association stating timeframe and schedule of cultural event/sports camp with details of organizer/host with full address in Malaysia, as well as the purpose of cultural camp/event and information who covers costs (accommodation, travel expenses).
• If the applicant is under the age of 18, signed “letter of no objection” of school/university confirming participation in cultural / sports event.

11. Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate

• if you are from a country that is at the risk of Yellow Fever transmission or recently travelled/transited there for longer than 12 hours.

12. For Minors:

• Copy and English translation of either birth certificate/proof of adoption/custody decree if parents are divorced/death certificate of parent
• “Letter of consent” from parents, including passport copies of both parents/legal guardian

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Malaysia Cultural Visa

The average processing time for a Malaysia Cultural visa is 1-20 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Malaysia Cultural Visa Fee

Malaysia Cultural Visa fee is 2-10 USD (it can vary depending on your country and nationality). Additionally, you may also need to pay other Administrative fees such as the Visa Application center fee, courier service fee, etc., depending on the country and location of your documents' submission.

Where to Apply for Malaysia Cultural Visa?

You will apply for a Malaysia Cultural visa in Malaysia visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Malaysia Visiting Family and Friends Visa

A Short-stay Family/Friend Visit visa is a type of Tourist visa, and it allows you to travel to Malaysia for visiting your family or friends who are legally residing in Malaysia, up to the expiration date of your visa validity.

Required Documents for Malaysia Family Visit Visa

1. Application Form 

• Fully completed in English and signed and dated by the applicant himself (signed by both parents in case of minors, below the age of 18)

2. Passport

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.
• Signed by bearer
• Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years)
• At least one or two free “visa pages”
• Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport

3. Two Photos

• NEW! Should not be older than 6 months.
• A frontal view of the face-covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo.
• A uniform and white background.
• Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame.
• 3.5x5 size

4. ID Card

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.

6. Photocopies

• Copy of the main page of your passport
• Copies of previous visas

7. Travel Itinerary 

• Flight reservation
• Valid (existing) hotel/accommodation booking/reservation with the full address (name, street, city, zip code, contact information, booking ref.)

8. Letter from Local Employer/Sponsor (Proof of Occupation)

• The letter must include:
  • Name, postal address, and telephone number of sponsor/company
  • Details regarding the applicant’s working position, starting date of the employment, and salary
  • The timeframe of work leave (expected date to resume duties) and purpose of travel
• Valid trade license copy and company ownership documents (if a person is an owner of the company).
• Letter from University (if student)
• Copy of sponsor’s valid passport and residence visa (if any) to be attached to letter from sponsor (if an applicant is a dependent)

9. Proof of Financial Means

• Generally, there are several recognized ways to prove your financial sufficiency:
  • A personal bank statement indicating your financial movements (for at least 3 last months)
  • Credit card
  • Cash
  • Traveler’s cheques
  • Payslips
  • Proof of employment
  • Supporting document to attest sponsor’s readiness to cover your expenses during your stay
  • Proof of prepaid accommodation
  • Document about accommodation in private
  • Proof of prepaid transport
  • Other

10. Proof of Visit/Accommodation:

• Letter of invitation
  • Must be official. A scanned version is accepted at the time of application, but it is advisable to send the original by mail as the original will be required at the border.
• Documents proving kinship
• A document confirming the status of the inviting person in Malaysia
• If the invitee stays at the inviting person’s home, documents about the house (contract, payment for utilities, etc.)

11. Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate

• If you are from a country that is at the risk of Yellow Fever transmission or recently traveled/transited there for longer than 12 hours.

12. For Minors:

• Copy and English translation of either birth certificate/proof of adoption/custody decree if parents are divorced/death certificate of parent
• “Letter of consent” from parents, including passport copies of both parents/legal guardian

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Malaysia Family Visit Visa

The average processing time for a Malaysia Family Visit visa is 1-20 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Malaysia Family Visit Visa Fee

Malaysia Family Visit Visa fee is 2-10 USD (it can vary depending on your country and nationality). Additionally, you may also need to pay other Administrative fees such as the Visa Application center fee, courier service fee, etc., depending on the country and location of your documents' submission.

Where to Apply for the Malaysia Family Visit Visa?

You will apply for a Malaysia Family Visit visa in Malaysia visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Malaysia Study (Short-term) Visa

A Malaysia Study visa is granted to you to undertake trips to Malaysia for study or educational training, which requires staying in Malaysia temporarily.

Required Documents for a Malaysia Study (Short-term) Visa

1. Application Form 

• Fully completed in English and signed and dated by the applicant himself (signed by both parents in case of minors, below the age of 18)

2. Passport

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.
• Signed by bearer
• Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years)
• At least one or two free “visa pages.”
• Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport

3. Two Photos

• NEW! Should not be older than 6 months.
• A frontal view of the face-covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo.
• A uniform and white background.
• Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame.
• 3.5x5 size

4. ID Card

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.

6. Photocopies

• Copy of the main page of your passport
• Copies of previous visas

7. Travel Itinerary 

• Flight reservation 
• Accommodation (if not indicated in the invitation) - Confirmed accommodation (hotel, hostel, apartment) reservation mentioning applicant’s name, dates, and accommodation address details.

8. Proof of Visit

• Original Letter of Acceptance by the Education Institution including details of the course, duration, and fees with proof of payment.

9. Letter from Local Employer/Sponsor (Proof of Occupation), if any

• The letter must include:
  • Name, postal address, and telephone number of sponsor/company
  • Details regarding the applicant’s working position, starting date of the employment, and salary
  • The timeframe of work leave (expected date to resume duties) and purpose of travel
• Valid trade license copy and company ownership documents (if a person is an owner of the company).
• Letter from University (if student)
• Copy of sponsor’s valid passport and residence visa (if any) to be attached to letter from sponsor (if an applicant is a dependent)

10. Proof of Financial Means

      In case of scholarship:

• Confirmation of receipt of a grant or scholarship from the relevant fund of Malaysia

      In case of self-funding:

• Generally, there are several recognized ways to prove your financial sufficiency:
  • A personal bank statement indicating your financial movements (for at least 3 last months)
  • Credit card
  • Cash
  • Traveller’s cheques
  • Payslips
  • Proof of employment
  • Supporting document to attest sponsor’s readiness to cover your expenses during your stay
  • Proof of prepaid accommodation
  • Document about accommodation in private
  • Proof of prepaid transport
  • Other

      In case of sponsorship:

• Latest 3 months current account bank statement of a sponsor (showing sponsor’s name, an end balance, and date of issue).
• Sponsorship letter, copy of the first page of the sponsor’s passport with the data.

11. Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate

• If you are from a country that is at the risk of Yellow Fever transmission or recently travelled/transited there for longer than 12 hours.

12. For Minors:

• Copy and English translation of either birth certificate/proof of adoption/custody decree if parents are divorced/death certificate of parent
• “Letter of consent” from parents, including passport copies of both parents/legal guardian

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Malaysia Study (Short-term) Visa

The average processing time for a Malaysia Study (Short-term) visa is 1-20 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Malaysia Study (Short-term) Visa Fee

Malaysia Study (Short-term) Visa fee is 2-10 USD (it can vary depending on your country and nationality). Additionally, you may also need to pay other Administrative fees such as the Visa Application center fee, courier service fee, etc., depending on the country and location of your documents' submission.

Where to Apply for Malaysia Study (Short-term) Visa?

You will apply for a Malaysia Study (Short-term) visa in Malaysia visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Malaysia Work (Short-term) Visa

A Malaysia Work visa is granted to you to undertake trips to Malaysia for short-term work activities, which requires staying in Malaysia temporarily.

Required Documents for a Malaysia Work (Short-term) Visa

1. Application Form 

• Fully completed in English and signed and dated by the applicant himself (signed by both parents in case of minors, below the age of 18)

2. Passport

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.
• Signed by bearer
• Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years)
• At least one or two free “visa pages.”
• Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport

3. Two Photos

• NEW! Should not be older than 6 months.
• A frontal view of the face-covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo.
• A uniform and white background.
• Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame.
• 3.5x5 size

4. ID Card

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.

6. Photocopies

• Copy of the main page of your passport
• Copies of previous visas

7. Travel Itinerary 

• Flight reservation
• Accommodation (if not indicated in the invitation) - Confirmed accommodation (hotel, hostel, apartment) reservation mentioning applicant’s name, dates, and accommodation address details.

8. Proof of Visit

• Invitation from your business partner in Malaysia

9. Letter from Local Employer/Sponsor (Proof of Occupation), if any

• The letter must include:
  • Name, postal address, and telephone number of sponsor/company
  • Details regarding the applicant’s working position, starting date of the employment, and salary
  • The timeframe of work leave (expected date to resume duties) and purpose of travel
• Valid trade license copy and company ownership documents (if a person is an owner of the company).
• Letter from University (if student)
• Copy of sponsor’s valid passport and residence visa (if any) to be attached to letter from sponsor (if an applicant is a dependent)

10. Proof of Financial Means

      In case of self-funding:

• Generally, there are several recognized ways to prove your financial sufficiency:
  • A personal bank statement indicating your financial movements (for at least 3 last months)
  • Credit card
  • Cash
  • Traveller’s cheques
  • Payslips
  • Proof of employment
  • Supporting document to attest sponsor’s readiness to cover your expenses during your stay
  • Proof of prepaid accommodation
  • Document about accommodation in private
  • Proof of prepaid transport
  • Other

      In case of sponsorship:

• Latest 3 months current account bank statement of a sponsor (showing sponsor’s name, an end balance, and date of issue).
• Sponsorship letter, copy of the first page of the sponsor’s passport with the data.

11. Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate

• If you are from a country that is at the risk of Yellow Fever transmission or recently traveled/transited there for longer than 12 hours.

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Malaysia Work (Short-term) Visa

The average processing time for a Malaysia Work (Short-term) visa is 1-20 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Malaysia Work (Short-term) Visa Fee

Malaysia Work (Short-term) Visa fee is 2-10 USD (it can vary depending on your country and nationality). Additionally, you may also need to pay other Administrative fees such as the Visa Application center fee, courier service fee, etc., depending on the country and location of your documents' submission.

Where to Apply for Malaysia Work (Short-term) Visa?

You will apply for a Malaysia Work (Short-term) visa in Malaysia visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Whether or not a foreign citizen needs to meet the transit visa requirements for Malaysia depends on a few different factors.

All foreign citizens who need a visa to enter Malaysia are able to transit through Malaysia without a visa for up to 24 hours, but only if they remain within the airport transfer lounge. To transit in Malaysia for longer periods and to be able to leave the airport lounge, it will be necessary to hold an approved visa for the country.

Passengers who stay longer than 24 hours in Malaysia need to apply for a visa beforehand.

Malaysia Long-term Visa

Even if your country is exempt from visa requirements, if you intend to stay longer in Malaysia, you will need to apply for a Long-term visa from your home country before coming to Malaysia.

The Malaysia Long-term Visa is given to foreigners who wish to live in Malaysia for a longer period of time or to have temporary or permanent residence established.

The Long-term visa grants entry to Malaysia on the basis that you will be applying for a residence permit. It enables you to enter Malaysia as a potential resident and stay while you apply for residency.

Malaysia Employment (Long-term) Visa

This visa is intended to permit foreign nationals to obtain a long-term visa, allowing them to stay in Malaysia for a longer period. This visa applies to those who want to work within the legal frame of employment upon taking an employment permit and the work permit as per appointed procedure from competent regional authorities.

Required Documents for a Malaysia Employment (Long-term) Visa

1. Application Form 

• Fully completed in English and signed and dated by the applicant himself (signed by both parents in case of minors, below the age of 18)

2. Passport

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.
• Signed by bearer
• Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years)
• At least one or two free “visa pages”
• Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport

3. Two Photos

• NEW! Should not be older than 6 months.
• A frontal view of the face-covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo.
• A uniform and white background.
• Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame.
• 3.5x5 size

4. ID Card

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.

6. Photocopies

• Copy of the main page of your passport
• Copies of previous visas/ Malaysia resident permit

7. Original Employment Letter from the Applicant's Employer in Malaysia

• On the official company paper with stamp and signature, date and clearly mentioning:
  • Full address and contact details of the company,
  • The name, and position of the countersigning officer,
  • Details regarding the employment of the applicant (e.g. position, salary, estimated duration), details regarding additional conditions of employment (e.g. accommodation, transport, living expenses).

      In case of international transfer of the employee:

• A letter from the current employer confirming the transfer, and approving the leave/absence of the applicant

8. Curriculum Vitae (CV) of Professional Career, Specifying the Certificates, Diplomas, and Qualifications You Have Obtained.

9. Proof of Accommodation

• Accommodation (if not indicated in the invitation or contract) - Confirmed accommodation (hotel, hostel, apartment) reservation mentioning applicant’s name, dates, and accommodation address details.

10. Medical Certificate

• A document issued by a legally known physician which states that you are not suffering from any disease or that you may have a serious public health impact.

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Malaysia Employment (Long-term) Visa

The average processing time for a Malaysia Employment (Long-term) visa is 3-20 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Malaysia Employment (Long-term) Visa Fee

Malaysia Employment (Long-term) Visa fee is 35 USD (it can vary depending on your country and nationality). Additionally, you may also need to pay other Administrative fees such as the Visa Application center fee, courier service fee, etc., depending on the country and location of your documents' submission.

Where to Apply for Malaysia Employment (Long-term) Visa?

You will apply for a Malaysia Employment (Long-term) visa in Malaysia visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Malaysia Study (Long-term) Visa

This visa is intended to permit foreign nationals to obtain a long-term visa, allowing them to stay in Malaysia for a longer period. This visa applies to those who are admitted to the state college or state university in Malaysia.

Required Documents for Malaysia Study (Long-term) Visa

1. Application Form

• Fully completed in English and signed and dated by the applicant himself (signed by both parents in case of minors, below the age of 18)

2. Passport

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.
• Signed by bearer
• Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years)
• At least one or two free “visa pages.”
• Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport

3. Two Photos        

• NEW! Should not be older than 6 months.
• A frontal view of the face-covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo.
• A uniform and white background.
• Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame.
• 3.5x5 size

4. ID Card

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.

6. Photocopies

• Copy of the main page of your passport
• Copies of previous visas/ Malaysia resident permit

7. Details from your University in Malaysia:

    a) Confirmed University Admission

• Admission letter issued by an educational institution (school/college/university) accredited in Malaysia
  • Must state language of instruction
  • Must contain the start and end dates of the course
• Those in full-time education should submit a letter from their education establishment clearly indicating the course of studies being followed.
• Letter from the Institute undertaking the return of the student to the country of residence upon completion of the study.

    b) Confirmed Language Course with Conditional University Admission

• Receipt/confirmation of language course payment in advance
• Proof of conditional university admission or confirmation of admission as an applicant or detailed communication with the University for a concrete subject of study

8. Documents Attesting Previous Education (originals should be presented at the counter):

• Higher secondary certificate - if the applicant applies for a visa on the basis of a university certificate on admission to the first year of studies
• In preparatory course, one must submit the higher secondary certificate legalized/attested/apostilled by the MEA/MFA.

      In case of student exchange:

• The original certificate from the university confirming that the applicant is a student.
• Copy of the agreement/official information from the universities regarding the student exchange.
• Invitation from the Malaysia university.

9. Knowledge of Language, for Cases of Confirmed University Admission and Confirmed Admission to a Preparation Course for University

• Proof of language proficiency in English (TOEFL/IELTS), if the course is taught in English

10. Proof of Accommodation in Malaysia

• Document confirming the availability in Malaysia of appropriate accommodation for the intended period of stay (documents shall contain information about the cost of living; the costs for a full period or monthly payment must be indicated)

11. Documents Confirming the Sufficient Financial Resources (of Applicant or Sponsor)

• Traveller’s cheque
• Original bank statement for the past 3 months
• Certificate of the amount of the credit card limit issued by the bank (any bank located in Malaysia or another country is allowed)
• A certificate of availability of money in a bank or a cooperative savings and loan association located on the territory of Malaysia (it cannot be a bank located in your country)
• A document confirming granting of a national or foreign scholarship
• A certificate of employment with a monthly salary statement

12. Medical Certificate

• A document issued by a legally known physician which states that you are not suffering from any disease or that you may have a serious public health impact.

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Malaysia Study (Long-term) Visa

The average processing time for a Malaysia Study (Long-term) visa is 3-20 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Malaysia Study (Long-term) Visa Fee

Malaysia Study (Long-term) Visa fee is 35 USD (it can vary depending on your country and nationality). Additionally, you may also need to pay other Administrative fees such as the Visa Application center fee, courier service fee, etc., depending on the country and location of your documents' submission.

Where to Apply for Malaysia Study (Long-term) Visa?

You will apply for a Malaysia Study (Long-term) visa in Malaysia visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Malaysia Family Reunion Visa

This visa is intended to permit foreign nationals to obtain a long-term visa, allowing them to stay in Malaysia for a longer period. This visa applies to family members of Malaysia nationals and wishing to obtain a permit for long-term residence in Malaysia.

Required Documents for Malaysia Family Reunion Visa

1. Application Form

• Fully completed in English and signed and dated by the applicant himself (signed by both parents in case of minors, below the age of 18)

2. Passport

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.
• Signed by bearer
• Passport not older than 10 years (issued in the last 10 years)
• At least one or two free “visa pages”
• Undamaged pictures securely affixed with/to passport

3. Two Photos

• NEW! Should not be older than 6 months.
• A frontal view of the face-covering 70-80% (32-26mm) of the photo.
• A uniform and white background.
• Clear facial features and eyes – not covered by hair or glasses frame
• 3.5x5 size

4. ID Card

• Validity minimum of two months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.

5. Residence Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• Validity minimum of six months beyond the date of your departure from Malaysia.

6. Photocopies

• Copy of the main page of your passport
• Copies of previous visas/ Malaysia resident permit

7. Details of Spouse

• Passport copy
• For spouses of foreign nationals have to submit a copy of their partner's residence permit for Malaysia.
• Certificate of residence of the spouse living in Malaysia, not older than 6 months

8. Marriage Certificate

    a) Malaysia Marriage Certificate:

• Malaysia certificate of marriage along with certified copies.

    b) Foreign Marriage Certificate:

• Foreign documents or certificates are often only recognized by the authorities of a state if their authenticity and evidentiary value has been determined by a special procedure.

9. Proof of Accommodation in Malaysia

• Copy of lease certificate of an apartment in Malaysia or title deed of owned property, if the partner is already residing in Malaysia.
• If the host provides accommodation – document indicating the right of ownership/right to use (e.g. rental agreement) clearly allowing to lodge guests at this location.

10. Proof of Sufficient Means of Substance

• Copy of employment certificate of the foreign spouse who intends to live in Malaysia
• Salary slips from the past two months if is living in Malaysia.

      In case of self-funding:

• Generally, there are several recognized ways to prove your financial sufficiency:
  • A personal bank statement indicating your financial movements (for at least 3 last months)
  • Credit card
  • Cash
  • Traveler’s cheques
  • Payslips
  • Proof of employment
  • Supporting document to attest sponsor’s readiness to cover your expenses during your stay
  • Proof of prepaid accommodation
  • Document about accommodation in private
  • Proof of prepaid transport
  • Other

      In case of sponsorship:

• Latest 3 months current account bank statement of a sponsor (showing sponsor’s name, an end balance, and date of issue).
• Sponsorship letter, copy of the first page of the sponsor’s passport with the data.

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Malaysia Family Reunion Visa

The average processing time for a Malaysia Family Reunion Long-term visa is 3-20 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Malaysia Family Reunion Visa Fee

Malaysia Family Reunion Visa fee is 35 USD (it can vary depending on your country and nationality). Additionally, you may also need to pay other Administrative fees such as the Visa Application center fee, courier service fee, etc., depending on the country and location of your documents' submission.

Where to Apply for Malaysia Family Reunion Visa?

You will apply for a Malaysia Family Reunion visa in Malaysia visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.