France passport → Malaysia

Malaysia visa for citizens of France

Visa-free

Citizens of France can visit Malaysia without a visa for up to 90 days.

Verified · Last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa-free
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Government fee	No visa fee
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required

How to apply

1
Complete Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC)
Fill out the online MDAC form within 3 days before your arrival date.
2
Prepare travel documents
Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months and have return ticket.
3
Arrive at Malaysian border
Present passport, MDAC confirmation, and onward ticket to immigration officer.
4
Receive entry stamp
Immigration officer will stamp passport with visa-free entry.

Documents checklist

Identity

Passport (valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay)
Must have at least one blank page for entry stamp.

Travel

Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) submission
Must be submitted online within 3 days before arrival.
Return or onward ticket
Proof of departure from Malaysia.
Accommodation booking
Optional
Hotel reservation or host address.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Optional
May be requested by immigration officer.

Good to know

The MDAC must be submitted within 3 days before arrival, not earlier.
Visa-free entry does not guarantee entry; final decision is at immigration officer's discretion.

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)

Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.

No return or onward ticket

Have a confirmed onward or return ticket before arrival.

Failure to submit MDAC within 3 days before arrival

Submit the MDAC online exactly within the 3-day window before your flight.

FAQ

Do citizens of France need a visa for Malaysia?

Citizens of France can visit Malaysia without a visa for up to 90 days.

How long can citizens of France stay in Malaysia?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of France need for Malaysia?

Passport (valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay); Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) submission; Return or onward ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Accommodation booking.

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