India passport → Malaysia

Malaysia visa for citizens of India

Visa-freeVisa-Free Entry · Tourist (30 days)

Citizens of India can visit Malaysia without a visa for up to 30 days.

Verified · Last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa-Free Entry · Tourist (30 days)
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Maximum stay	Up to 30 days
Entries	Single entry
Government fee	No visa fee
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required

How to apply

1
Check eligibility
Confirm travel is for tourism and falls within the visa-free window valid until 31 December 2026.
2
Submit the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC)
Complete the online form at https://imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/m within 3 days before arrival.
3
Receive MDAC confirmation
Save the confirmation to present on arrival.
4
Travel to Malaysia
Present passport, MDAC confirmation, and onward ticket at immigration.
5
Receive entry stamp
Immigration grants a stay of up to 30 days for tourist purposes.

Documents checklist

Identity

Passport (valid at least 6 months)
Indian passport with sufficient validity for the stay.

Travel

Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) confirmation
Must be submitted online within 3 days before arrival.
Return/onward ticket
Proof of onward travel may be checked at the border.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Optional
May be requested at the discretion of immigration officers.

Supporting

Proof of accommodation
Optional
Hotel booking or address of stay may be requested by immigration.

Proof of funds

bank statements
cash
credit cards

Proof of funds may be requested at immigration discretion.

Good to know

Visa-free entry is for tourist purposes only until 31 December 2026.
Submitting the MDAC within 3 days before arrival is mandatory.
The 30-day stay cannot be used for work or business.

Common refusal reasons

Failure to submit the MDAC before arrival

Complete the MDAC online within 3 days prior to travel.

Passport validity under 6 months

Renew passport before travel if validity is insufficient.

No onward ticket

Carry a confirmed return or onward ticket.

FAQ

Do citizens of India need a visa for Malaysia?

Citizens of India can visit Malaysia without a visa for up to 30 days. Visa type: Visa-Free Entry · Tourist (30 days).

How long can citizens of India stay in Malaysia?

Up to 30 days without a visa.

What documents do citizens of India need for Malaysia?

Passport (valid at least 6 months); Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) confirmation; Return/onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds.

How long must my passport be valid for Malaysia?

At least 6 months.

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