Malaysia Entry Requirements

Most foreign travelers entering Malaysia are eligible to submit the Malaysia Arrival Card (MDAC). In general, it is intended for non-Malaysian passport holders who are arriving for tourism, business, or other short-term visits and need to provide their arrival information before entering the country.

No. Malaysian citizens are not required to submit the Malaysia Arrival Card (MDAC) and generally will not need to complete it as part of their entry process. The MDAC is mainly for foreign travelers entering Malaysia.

Malaysia permanent residents typically do not need to submit the MDAC for entry, as they already have resident status in Malaysia. If you hold a Malaysian PR card or long-term resident status, your entry process is usually handled differently from standard visitor arrivals.

Many long-term pass holders, such as those with work passes, student passes, or dependent passes, may be exempt from the Malaysia Arrival Card requirement. However, eligibility and requirements can depend on your specific pass type and travel situation, so it’s important to confirm your status before traveling.

Yes. Tourists traveling to Malaysia for a short stay are generally eligible—and often required—to submit the Malaysia Arrival Card before arrival. This includes visitors entering Malaysia for holidays, visiting family, attending meetings, or other temporary purposes.

Yes. If you are entering Malaysia more than once, you may need to submit a new Malaysia Arrival Card for each entry, since your travel dates, accommodation, and arrival details may change. Submitting accurate information for every trip helps avoid delays at immigration.