United States to Malaysia visa requirements

U.S. ordinary passport holders do not need a visa for tourism or business visits of 90 days or less. Complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) before travel. United States ordinary passport holders may visit Malaysia visa-free for tourism or business for 90 days or less. At the border, immigration issues a Social Visit Pass for up to 90 days, including the day of arrival. U.S. travelers must complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) before traveling; the form is submitted on the official Immigration Department portal and can be filled up to 3 days before arrival. The U.S. State Department lists exemptions from the MDAC for Malaysia permanent residents, long-term pass holders, and diplomatic or official passport holders, but those exemptions do not cover ordinary U.S. tourist/business visitors. A U.S. passport should have at least 6 months validity beyond the arrival date and 1 blank page. For employment, teaching English, study, stays longer than 90 days, or other non-tourism/non-business purposes, apply for the proper Malaysian visa or pass before arrival. Extensions can be requested from Malaysian Immigration before expiry, but they are discretionary and not guaranteed.