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India to Malaysia visa requirements

Visa-free up to 30 days until 31 Dec 2026. Submit MDAC within 3 days before arrival. Indian ordinary passport holders may enter Malaysia visa-free for up to 30 days per entry for business, tourism, social, or transit purposes under a waiver valid through 31 December 2026. Submit the free Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) within 3 days before arrival and carry a 6-month-valid passport, confirmed return or onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Work, study, residence, or stays beyond the granted visitor period require the appropriate Malaysian visa/pass before travel; a tourist or business eVisa does not extend the 30-day visitor stay.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-19
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-19
Visa type
Visa-free entry (India waiver until 31 Dec 2026)
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days per entry
per entry
Entries
Multiple during waiver period
from issue date
Visa fee
Free for waiver and MDAC
consular fee only
Processing time
On arrival after MDAC submission
standard track
Validity
Entries through 31 Dec 2026 unless extended
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport validity
Your Indian passport must be valid at least 6 months from entry, with one blank page.
· 6 months· blank page
/02
Submit MDAC
Complete the free Malaysia Digital Arrival Card at imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac within 3 days before arrival. Save the confirmation.
· MDAC mandatory· free
/03
Prepare arrival documents
Hold a confirmed return or onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds evidence to satisfy immigration if asked.
· return ticket· hotel booking
/04
Clear immigration
Present passport and MDAC confirmation at a Malaysian entry point. Immigration grants the free visitor stay, up to 30 days.
· entry point· free 30-day stay
/05
If the waiver does not fit: use the correct visa/pass
Apply through MYVISA or the relevant Malaysian mission/pass route before travel. MYVISA lists eVisa processing as 2-7 working days; work, study, residence, or longer stays need the appropriate approval.
· eVisa or pass· 2-7 working days
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
India -> Malaysia · Visa-free entry (India waiver until 31 Dec 2026)
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RequiredIndian passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Valid at least 6 months from entry, one blank page
RequiredMDAC submission
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Free, within 3 days before arrival
RequiredReturn or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Confirmed booking
RequiredConfirmed hotel booking
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Or host invitation letter
RequiredFunds evidence
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
Sufficient cash or cards for the planned stay
RecommendedTravel insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Recommended, not mandatory
ConditionalYellow fever certificate (if applicable)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Required if arriving from risk zones
RequiredDay-by-day plan
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Useful at immigration
RequiredPrevious travel history
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Helpful on closer questioning
RequiredVisa-free waiver status check
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Confirm extension is still active for your travel dates
ConditionalOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesMalaysia Immigration - Visa Requirement by Country (India exempt until 31 Dec 2026)MYVISA - Visa Exemption for Indian Nationals (31-Jul-2025)Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) - official portal
Application link included: Malaysia Immigration - Visa Requirement by Country (India exempt until 31 Dec 2026)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa-free entry (waiver)FreeThrough 31 Dec 2026
MDAC online cardFreeMandatory for all arrivals
Malaysia visa/eVisa if neededRM50 visa fee + processing/service chargesFor purposes not covered by the waiver or if instructed to apply
Overstay finesVaries + possible deportationResolve before leaving
Total estimateFree — Varies if a visa/pass is neededincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free arrival
Minutes
Standard airport entry with MDAC verification.
eVisa decision
2-7 working days
Official MYVISA processing range for visa-required or non-waiver cases.
Work, study, or residence pass
Apply before travel
Use the correct Malaysian approval route; visitor visa-free entry does not cover these purposes.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
MDAC not submitted
Boarding may be denied or you may be held at the airport to file it.
High
/02
Insufficient passport validity
Less than 6 months will trigger refusal.
Medium
/03
No return or onward ticket
Airlines and immigration require a confirmed exit.
Medium
/04
Wrong visa or pass for purpose
Visa-free covers short business, tourism, social, or transit visits. Work, study, residence, or longer stays require the correct approval.
Medium
/05
Adverse immigration history
Past Malaysian overstays or blacklists block entry.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Present passport, MDAC acknowledgement, return or onward ticket, and accommodation details if asked.
/02
Entry stamp
Check the Short Term Social Visit Pass stamp immediately. Overstays can affect future Malaysia entries.
/03
Connectivity
Prepaid SIMs and eSIMs are available at KLIA, major malls, and convenience stores.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-06-19
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-19
Codex checked/re-verified this pair
Codex checked and re-verified IN-MY on 2026-06-19 against Malaysia Immigration, MDAC, MYVISA, and visa-fee sources.
2026-05-26
India to Malaysia route verified
Confirmed visa-free 30-day waiver in effect until 31 December 2026, plus mandatory MDAC.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Is MDAC really mandatory?—
Yes. Even with visa-free entry, Indian visitors must submit the free MDAC online within 3 days before arrival.
Can I extend the 30-day stay?+
What if the waiver expires while I'm there?+
Can I work or study?+
Is the eVisa needed if I have visa-free entry?+
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