Malaysia Visa for Indians 2026: Visa-Free Entry, eVISA and Entry Rules

Good news for Indian travellers: you do not currently need a visa for a holiday in Malaysia. Under a visa exemption that started on 1 December 2023 and has been extended until 31 December 2026, Indian passport holders can enter Malaysia visa-free for up to 30 days per visit. There is no fee and no application, but there are still a few things you must do before you fly, the most important being the free online Malaysia Digital Arrival Card.

This guide explains the current Malaysia visa for Indians rules in plain language: who qualifies for visa-free entry, which documents immigration may check, when you need an eVISA, what it costs, and the common myths about visa on arrival. Rules can change at short notice, so always check the official Malaysian immigration and High Commission websites close to your travel date; when you book with us, we confirm the rules for your dates.

Not for a short holiday at the moment. The Malaysian government allows Indian citizens to visit without a visa for up to 30 days for tourism, visiting friends and family, business meetings or transit. The exemption was first announced for one year from December 2023 and has since been extended to 31 December 2026. It applies to ordinary Indian passports, and you can use it each time you visit, as long as you meet the entry conditions and do not overstay.

• Maximum stay: 30 days per visit. The exemption cannot be extended inside Malaysia, so plan longer trips with an eVISA.
• Purpose: tourism, social visits, short business visits and transit. Working, studying or doing paid activities needs a proper visa or pass.
• Cost: nothing. There is no visa fee for the exemption; you only pay for your own travel arrangements.

Visa-free does not mean document-free. Malaysian immigration can ask for proof that you are a genuine visitor, so keep these ready, printed or on your phone:

• Passport valid for at least 6 months from your date of arrival, with blank pages for stamps.
• Return or onward ticket showing you will leave Malaysia within 30 days.
• Hotel booking or the address where you are staying. On a Dreamland package, your hotel vouchers cover this.
• Sufficient funds for your stay: a debit or credit card, forex card or some cash.
• Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) confirmation, submitted online within 3 days before you arrive.

Travellers going on to Singapore should also carry their Singapore visa, as it shows your onward plans. See our Singapore visa guide for Indians.

Since 1 January 2024, most foreign visitors to Malaysia, including Indian passport holders, must fill in the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card before arriving by air, land or sea. It is free, takes about five minutes on the official immigration website, and must be submitted no earlier than 3 days before your arrival. You enter your passport details, flight, arrival and departure dates and the address where you are staying, and receive a confirmation by email. Read our step-by-step MDAC guide for how to fill it in correctly and how to avoid fake websites that charge a fee.

When you land at KLIA or klia2 in Kuala Lumpur, Penang or Langkawi, follow the signs to immigration for foreign passports. The officer will scan your passport, may take your fingerprints and photo, and can ask about your trip and where you are staying. Answer simply and show your return ticket and hotel booking if asked. Once you are admitted, you receive permission to stay for the period allowed, which is up to 30 days under the exemption.

Entry is always at the discretion of the immigration officer, even when you qualify for visa-free entry. Travellers who cannot show a return ticket, a hotel booking or enough funds may be questioned further or refused entry, so keep your documents handy.

You will need a visa if you plan to stay longer than 30 days, if you are travelling for a purpose not covered by the exemption, or if you travel after the exemption ends and it is not extended again. Indian citizens can apply online for a Malaysia eVISA through the official Malaysian government portal. You upload a passport scan, a recent photograph, your return ticket and accommodation details, and pay online; the approved eVISA is emailed to you for printing.

• Single-entry eVISA: usually allows a stay of up to 30 days per visit within its validity.
• Processing: usually a few working days, so apply at least 2 weeks before travel.
• Malaysia visa fees for Indians: the eVISA carries a government fee plus a processing charge. Fees change, so check the current amount on the official portal; be careful of agency sites that add large service fees.

Many travellers search for a Malaysia visa on arrival for Indians. Malaysia does not offer a general visa on arrival for Indian tourists. In the past, a limited visa on arrival was available only to Indians arriving from certain neighbouring countries under strict conditions, and it is not something to rely on. While the visa exemption is in place, you do not need one anyway: just meet the entry conditions and submit your MDAC. If the exemption ends, apply for an eVISA before you fly.

On a Singapore and Malaysia holiday, the rules differ for each country. Malaysia is currently visa-free for Indians, while Singapore requires a visa, applied for in advance through an authorised agent. Each country also has its own online arrival card: the MDAC for Malaysia and the SG Arrival Card for Singapore, each submitted within 3 days before you enter that country. If you travel Singapore to Kuala Lumpur and back to Singapore, check that your Singapore visa allows more than one entry. Our team handles these details on every Singapore Malaysia tour package.

Yes. Malaysia is generally safe for Indian tourists, including families, senior citizens and women travellers, and it is one of the most welcoming destinations in Asia for Indians, with a large Malaysian Indian community, Hindu temples and Indian food everywhere. Take normal precautions: keep an eye on bags and phones in crowded places such as Bukit Bintang and markets, use Grab or registered taxis, and keep a photo of your passport and visa documents on your phone. Malaysia has very strict drug laws, so never carry anything for strangers, and respect local customs at mosques and temples. Read our Malaysia travel tips for Indians for more.

With visa-free entry, a Malaysia holiday is easier to plan than ever: book your flights and package, submit the MDAC 3 days before travel, and go. Our Kuala Lumpur tour package, Malaysia family tour package and Genting Highlands package include hotels, private airport transfers and sightseeing, and our team reminds you about the arrival card before you leave. For trip ideas, see places to visit in Malaysia and our Malaysia itinerary guide.