Country
Passport Required?
Visa Required?
Return Ticket Required?
Nationals of Israel and Yugoslavia (Serbia and Montenegro),
citizens of the British Dependent Territories, foreign women
who are at least 6 months pregnant (unless in transit) and
those of scruffy appearance will be denied entry. Passports
issued by Taiwan are not recognised unless accompanied by a
document in lieu of a passport and an entry visa.
A valid passport or other travel documents recognised by
the Malaysian government required by all. The former must be
valid for at least 6 months at date of entry and the latter
should be endorsed with a valid re-entry permit.
All visitors must also have proof of adequate funds and an
onward or return sea or air ticket.
Most visitors (including all nationals of countries listed
in the chart) do not require a visa to enter Malaysia if the
period is less than 1 month and the purpose of the visit is
business or social (see below for more detailed requirements).
However, visas are required at all times by nationals
of the following countries: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan,
China (PR), India, Myanmar, Nepal, Nigeria, Pakistan, Sri
Lanka, Taiwan and Vietnam (Nationals of these countries,
except Nigeria, may be granted visa relaxation on transiting
Malaysia for under 72 hours if in possession of confirmed
onward airline tickets to a third country before
arriving).
Visas are not required by the following for
social or business visits:
(a) 1. nationals of EU
countries for stays of up to 3 months (except nationals of
Ireland for stays of up to 2 months and nationals of
Greece and Portugal for stays of up to 1 month);
(b) 2.
nationals of Commonwealth countries (except nationals of
those countries mentioned above who do require a visa)
for stays of up to 1 month; nationals of Australia, Canada,
New Zealand and South Africa for up to 3 months;
(c) 3.
nationals of Albania, Algeria, Argentina, Bahrain,
Bosnia-Herzegovina, Brazil, Croatia, Cuba, Czech Republic,
Egypt, Hungary, Iceland, Japan, Jordan, Korea (Rep. of),
Kuwait, Lebanon, Liechtenstein, Morocco, Norway, Oman, Peru,
Poland, Qatar, Romania, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Slovak
Republic, Switzerland, Tunisia, Turkey, Uruguay, United Arab
Emirates, USA and Yemen for stays of up to 3 months;
(d)
nationals of CIS countries for stays of up to 1 month (except
nationals of Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan for stays of up to 3
months);
(e) nationals of Iran, Iraq, Libya, Palestine and
Syria for up to 14 days;
(f) nationals of all countries
other than those mentioned above for stays of up to 1 month.
Visitors intending to stay longer than the granted period
should write to the Immigration Department at the Malaysian
High Commission in the country in which they are applying.
Social and Business: single- and
multiple-entry prices vary from free of charge to $130 depending on nationality. Prices are subject to change.
Enquire at the Malaysian High Commission for details.
The permitted length of stay is entered on the visa at the
time of issue and is at the discretion of the issuer.
Extensions are possible. Enquire at the Malaysian High
Commission for further details.
Malaysian High Commission.
(a) Passport valid for at least 6 months. (b) 2
passport-size photos. (c) Fee (payable in cash or postal order
only). (d) 2 completed and signed application forms. (e) Proof of sufficient funds. (f)
Onward or return ticket. (g) Compulsory yellow fever
vaccination certificate for all visitors coming from infected
areas. (h) Letter of introduction from applicant’s employer,
college or university.
1 if applying in person.
Those wishing to take up employment should apply for a job
in advance. Their prospective employers should then apply on
their behalf for a Professional or Employment Pass by
contacting the Malaysian Immigration Headquarters, Block I,
Pusat Bandar Damansara, Bukit Damansutra, 50550 Kuala Lumpur
(tel: (3) 255 5077; fax: (3) 256 2340). For further details
contact the Malaysian High Commission (see Address section).
Menara Dato’ Onn, 17th, 24th-27th, 30th Floors, Putra World
Trade Centre, 45 Jalan Tun Ismail, 50480 Kuala Lumpur,
Malaysia
Tel: (3) 293 5188. Fax: (3) 293 5884.
E-mail:
[email protected]
Website:
http://www.tourism.gov.my/
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from
travellers over one year of age coming from infected areas.
Those countries formerly classified as endemic by the WHO are
considered by the Malaysian authorities to be infected areas.
Following WHO guidelines issued in 1973, a cholera
vaccination certificate is not a condition of entry to
Malaysia, although it may be required if travelling on to a
cholera-infected country. See the Health appendix.
Malaria risk exists only in certain isolated inland
regions. Urban and coastal areas are safe, with the exception
being Sabah where there is a risk, predominantly in the
malignant falciparum form, throughout the year. The falciparum strain is reported to be highly resistant to
chloroquine and resistant to sulfadoxine/pyrimethamine.
All water should be regarded as being potentially
contaminated. Water used for drinking or making ice should
have first been boiled or otherwise sterilised. Milk is
unpasteurised and should be boiled. Powdered or tinned milk is
available and is advised, but make sure that it is
reconstituted with pure water. Avoid dairy products that are
likely to have been made from unboiled milk. Only eat well
cooked meat and fish, preferably served hot. Pork, salad and
mayonnaise may carry increased risk. Vegetables should be
cooked and fruit peeled.
It is generally considered safe to drink water straight
from the tap; however, as no authority is absolutely clear on
this matter the above advice is included as it reflects the
necessity for caution for visitors who are unused to the
Malaysian way of life.
Hepatitis A and E occur and hepatitis B is hyperendemic. Epidemics of
dengue fever and Japanese encephalitis can occur in both urban and rural
areas. Immunisation against tetanus, diphtheria, hepatitis
A and E is recommended.
There may be some risk
of rabies in certain areas. For those at high risk,
vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are
bitten, seek medical advice without delay. For more
information, consult the Health appendix.
Health insurance is recommended. Hospitals are found in all
the main cities and can deal with all major needs. Private
hospitals, some managed and staffed by British-trained doctors
and nurses, provide a high standard of medical care and
include Gleneagles Intan Medical Centre in Kuala Lumpur and
Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital, Selangor. Smaller towns and
rural areas have private clinics. In an emergency, dial 999.
Jan 1 2002 New Year’s Day. Feb 12-14 Chinese
New Year. Feb 23 Hari Raya Haji (Feast of the
Sacrifice). Mar 25 Maal Hijrah. May 1 Labour
Day. May 26 Wesak Day (Birth of the Buddha). May
27 Birth of the Prophet Muhammad. Jun 1 Official
Birthday of HM the Yang di-Pertuan Agong. Aug 31
National Day. Nov 4 Deepavali Festival. Dec 6-8
Hari Raya Puasa (End of Ramadan). Dec 25 Christmas Day.
Jan 1 2003 New Year’s Day. Feb 1-3 Chinese New
Year. Feb 13 Hari Raya Haji (Feast of the Sacrifice).
May 1 Labour Day. May 15 Maal Hijrah.May
16 Wesak Day (Birth of the Buddha). Jun 4 Birth of
the Prophet Muhammad. Jun 7 Official Birthday of HM the
Yang di-Pertuan Agong. Aug 31 National Day. Oct 25
Deepavali Festival. Nov 25-27 Hari Raya Puasa (End
of Ramadan). Dec 25 Christmas Day.
Destination Guide – Malaysia
Passport and Visa Application
Health
Holidays
Restricted entry
Passports
Note
Visas
Note
Types of visa and cost
Validity
Application and enquiries to
Application requirements
Working days required
Temporary residence
Addresses
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4
Note
Other Risks
Health care
Public Holidays
Note
| British | yes | no/1 | yes |
| Australian | yes | no/2 | yes |
| Canadian | yes | no/2 | yes |
| USA | yes | no/3 | yes |
| Other EU | yes | no/1 | yes |
| Japanese | yes | no/3 | yes |
| Tourism Malaysia |
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| Health Precaution | Special Precaution | Certificate |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow Fever | no | 1 |
| Cholera | yes | 2 |
| Typhoid and Polio | yes | n/a |
| Malaria | 3 | n/a |
| Food and Drink | 4 | n/a |
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(a) Muslim festivals are timed according to local sightings of various phases of the moon and the dates given above are approximations. During the lunar month of Ramadan that precedes Hari Raya Puasa, Muslims fast during the day and feast at night and normal business patterns may be interrupted. Many restaurants are closed during the day and there may be restrictions on smoking and drinking. Some disruption may continue into Hari Raya Puasa itself and Hari Raja Haji may last anything from two to ten days, depending on the region. For more information see the World of Islam appendix. (b) Buddhist festivals are also timed according to phases of the moon and variations may occur. |