Visa guide · updated October 2026Do Indians need a visa for Malaysia?
Indian passport holders do not need a visa for Malaysia for stays of up to 30 days. The visa waiver has been extended to 31 December 2026. You must submit the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) within 3 days before arrival.
Malaysia visa options for Indians
| Option | Who it is for | Stay and validity | Official fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visa waiver | Indian passport holders on tourist or social visits | Up to 30 days | No visa fee |
| Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) | All arriving visitors | Submitted within 3 days before arrival | No fee |
Malaysia visa fees
| Option | Official fee |
|---|---|
| Visa waiver | No visa fee |
| Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) | No fee |
The waiver is free. It currently runs to 31 December 2026; check whether it has been extended if you travel after that.
Documents required
The official source lists these documents:
- Passport valid for at least 6 months
- Return ticket
- Hotel booking
- MDAC confirmation
How to apply
A passport valid for at least 6 months.
Confirmed return or onward ticket.
Hotel booking or proof of accommodation.
The MDAC, submitted online within 3 days before you arrive.
Processing time
No visa application is needed; the MDAC is filled in online.
Visa application centres in India
Indian passport holders do not apply for a visa in India before travelling to Malaysia, so there is no visa application centre to visit. See the entry rules above.
Checked against official sources on 26 October 2026.
Popular places to visit in Malaysia
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Frequently asked questions
Indian passport holders do not need a visa for Malaysia for stays of up to 30 days. The visa waiver has been extended to 31 December 2026. You must submit the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) within 3 days before arrival.
Visa waiver: No visa fee. Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC): No fee. The waiver is free. It currently runs to 31 December 2026; check whether it has been extended if you travel after that.
No visa application is needed; the MDAC is filled in online.
A passport valid for at least 6 months. Confirmed return or onward ticket. Hotel booking or proof of accommodation. The MDAC, submitted online within 3 days before you arrive.
From the official sources listed at the end of this page, checked on 26 October 2026. Visa rules and fees change, so confirm them on the official site before you apply.
Official sources
The visa facts on this page come from these official pages, checked on 26 October 2026. Rules and fees can change, so confirm them before you apply.