DESTINATION PROFILE: MALAYSIA

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1. Visa Types & Requirements

Tourist Visa

Purpose: Short-term leisure or holiday visits.

Required Documentation:

• Passport: Valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay with at least two blank pages.
• Visa Application Form: Completed and signed.
• Photographs: Two recent passport-sized photographs (white background).
• Proof of Accommodation: Hotel booking confirmation or an invitation letter from a host in Malaysia.
• Return/Onward Ticket: Proof of return flight or onward travel.
• Financial Proof: Recent bank statements (3–6 months) showing sufficient funds to cover your stay.
• Visa Fee Payment Receipt: Amount varies based on nationality and processing method.

Business Visa

Purpose: Business meetings, conferences, or investment-related activities.

Required Documentation:

• Passport: Valid for at least six months beyond your stay.
• Visa Application Form: Fully completed and signed.
• Photographs: Two passport-sized photographs (white background).
• Letter of Invitation: From the Malaysian company or organization detailing the purpose and duration of the visit.
• Proof of Employment: Letter from your employer in your home country verifying your position and purpose of travel.
• Company Registration Documents: From the inviting organization in Malaysia.
• Proof of Accommodation: Hotel reservation or similar.
• Return/Onward Ticket: Evidence of your planned departure.
• Financial Proof: Bank statements or a letter of sponsorship from your employer.
• Visa Fee Payment Receipt.

Student Visa

Purpose: Long-term study in Malaysian educational institutions.

Required Documentation:

• Passport: Valid for at least six months beyond your stay.
• Visa Application Form: Fully completed and signed.
• Offer Letter: From a recognized Malaysian educational institution.
• Proof of Payment: Evidence of payment for tuition fees.
• Photographs: Passport-sized photos (as specified by the institution).
• Proof of Financial Stability: Bank statements, sponsorship letter, or scholarship documentation.
• Medical Report: Health examination certificate.
• Immigration Approval Letter: From the Malaysian Immigration Department (facilitated by the institution).
• Proof of Accommodation: Confirmation from the institution or other lodging arrangements.

Work Visa (Employment Pass)

Purpose: Long-term employment in Malaysia.

Required Documentation:

• Passport: Valid for at least six months beyond your stay.
• Visa Application Form: Fully completed and signed.
• Offer Letter/Employment Contract: From a Malaysian employer.
• Company Documents: Company registration and profile documents from the employer.
• Work Permit Approval: Issued by the Malaysian Immigration Department.
• Photographs: Passport-sized photos (as per requirements).
• Qualifications and Certifications: Educational and professional documents attested as required.
• Medical Report: Health certificate.
• Proof of Financial Stability: May be requested to ensure self-sufficiency during the stay.
• Visa Fee Payment Receipt.

Dependent Visa

Purpose: For family members of individuals with long-term visas (e.g., work or student visas).

Required Documentation:

• Passport: Valid for at least six months.
• Visa Application Form: Fully completed and signed.
• Photographs: Passport-sized photos.
• Proof of Relationship: Marriage certificate for spouses, birth certificates for children (attested as required).
• Primary Visa Holder’s Documents: Copy of the primary visa holder’s passport, visa, and work/student documents.
• Proof of Accommodation: Rental agreements or housing confirmation.
• Financial Proof: Bank statements showing sufficient funds to support dependents.

E-Visa

Purpose: Short-term visits (tourism or business).

Required Documentation:

• Passport: Valid for at least six months.
• Digital Photograph: As specified in the e-Visa portal.
• Return Ticket: Proof of departure.
• Accommodation Proof: Hotel bookings or an invitation letter.
• Financial Evidence: Bank statements or a sponsor’s letter.
• Visa Fee Payment: Online payment receipt.
• Travel Itinerary: Detailed plans for your visit.

Visa on Arrival (Not recommended for African passport holders)

Purpose: Short-term visits for eligible travellers arriving from specific countries.

Required Documentation:

• Passport: Valid for at least six months.
• Return/Onward Ticket: Confirmed ticket within the allowable stay duration.
• Accommodation Proof: Hotel booking confirmation.
• Visa Fee Payment: Cash payment at the port of entry.
• Supporting Visas: Valid visa from neighbouring countries (e.g., Thailand or Singapore), if applicable.

• Have confirmed hotel reservations or an invitation letter from a host in Malaysia.
• Possess a return flight ticket or proof of onward travel.
• Sufficient Funds: Carry evidence of adequate financial means to support yourself during your stay, such as recent bank statements.
• Ensure you meet any health requirements, including vaccinations, and carry relevant certificates if necessary.
• Ensure all your travel documents are complete, accurate, and up-to-date.
• Familiarise yourself with Malaysian laws and customs to avoid inadvertent violations.
• Regularly consult official Malaysian government sources or contact the nearest Malaysian embassy or consulate for the latest information on visa requirements and travel advisories.
• Do not overstay your visit. Staying past the validity of your Visa can lead to financial and legal consequences.
• Malaysia has entry restrictions imposed on many countries with regards to how they can enter the country. Travelling through air is the safest option to ensure you aren’t turned away.
• Travel with between $1000 to $2000 dollars cash incase of any unexpected issues during your trip.

https://malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my/evisa/evisa.jsp