🇲🇾 Malaysia visa, Indian passport.
Malaysia is visa-free for Indians for 30 days, extension confirmed through 31 December 2026. MDAC (Malaysia Digital Arrival Card) mandatory pre-arrival (free). Show passport + return ticket at KL/Penang immigration and walk in.
How to apply, 5 steps.
- 1
Check passport validity
6 months beyond planned departure from Malaysia.
Check today - 2
Book return ticket within 30 days
Mandatory at airline check-in and Malaysian immigration.
Before flying - 3
Fill MDAC (Malaysia Digital Arrival Card)
Free online form at imigresen-online.imi.gov.my. Submit within 3 days of arrival.
1-3 days before flying - 4
Carry hotel booking
First night booking required at immigration counter.
Before flying - 5
Walk through immigration
Visa-free stamp issued in 2-5 minutes. Biometric fingerprint capture.
On arrival
Document checklist.
- Passport (6+ months validity)
- Return ticket within 30 days
- Hotel booking
- MDAC QR code
Why Indians get rejected.
- MDAC not filled before arrival (cause queues + delays)
- One-way ticket
- Damaged passport
FAQ
How long does Malaysia visa take for Indians?
Processing time is instant. No application needed, stamped at the airport.
How much does Malaysia visa cost for Indians in 2026?
FREE, Malaysia visa costs ₹0 for Indian passport holders.
How long can Indians stay in Malaysia?
30 days per entry on the visa-free visa. Re-entry allowed within 6 months of last visit.
Do Indians need a return ticket to enter Malaysia?
Yes, a confirmed return or onward ticket within the visa duration (30 days) is required at airline check-in and at Malaysia immigration. Open-jaw and circle-trip tickets qualify.
Malaysia visa vs other popular destinations
Side-by-side comparison for Indian passport holders, Q2 2026 official rates.
| Country | Visa type | Fee (INR) | Stay | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇲🇾 Malaysia (this page) | visa free | Free | 30 days | instant |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | visa free | Free | 30 days | instant |
| 🇻🇳 Vietnam | e Visa | ₹2,100 | 90 days | 3 days |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | visa on arrival | ₹2,800 | 30 days | instant |
| 🇦🇪 UAE | e visa | ₹6,500 | 60 days | 3-5 days |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | e visa | ₹450 | 90 days | ~5 working days |
Source: official embassy + consular sites, last verified Q2 2026.