Get a Malaysia Visa

1. When is the best time to apply for my Malaysia visa? The best time to apply for your Malaysia visa is 1-2 months before your travel date.
2. Do I have to send you my passport to get a Malaysia visa? Is it safe to send a passport? You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Malaysia visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa requests cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application and passport to CIBTvisas in a secure way, using a traceable courier such as FedEx, UPS, Express Mail or Certified Mail.

Business Visa Application Requirements for a Malaysia Visa

1. Visa May Not Be Required

   Visa exempt for a stay of up to 30 days. The traveller must:

   • Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page
   • Hold proof of sufficient funds
   • Hold proof of onward/return flights
   • Hold all documents required for the next destination
   • Confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change

2. Mandatory Digital Arrival Card Requirement

   All travellers to Malaysia are required to apply for a mandatory Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) within 3 days before arrival. The MDAC can be applied for here free of charge.

   
   
   The following categories of travellers are not required to apply for a digital Entry Card:
   • Diplomatic and Official passport holders
   • Malaysia permanent residents and long term-pass holders
   • General Certificate of Identity (GCI) Brunei Darussalam holders
   • Brunei Malaysia Frequent Traveller Facility holders
   • Thailand Border Pass holders
   • Indonesia Cross-Border Travel Document (PLB) holders

3. Passport

   The applicant´s actual passport. The passport must:

   • Be in good condition. Not be damaged in any way
   • Be valid at least six months beyond exit date
   • Have at least one blank visa page
      

4. Copy of ID

   A copy of the applicant's valid ID (IFE or INE)

5. Photograph(s)

   You must provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following criteria:

   • Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
   • Be taken against an all white background
   • Be 35 mm by 45mm in size
   • Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
   • You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
   • Your photos should not be affixed to your application and they may not display evidence of adhesive or staples

6. Business Introduction Letter

   An original letter of introduction from the applicant's employer in Mexico. This letter must:

   • Be on company letterhead paper
   • Include the name of the applicant, passport number, profession and job's position
   • Specify the purpose of journey
   • Include the name of the organisation(s) to be visited
   • Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
   • Be signed by the applicant's supervisor or the company's HR department

7. Proof of Travel Arrangements

   Details of travel arrangements. This must be provided as:

   • A copy of the flight confirmation showing onward/return travel
   • A copy of the hotel confirmation

8. Proof of Financial Means

   Evidence of available funds must be provided as a copy of the applicant's last three bank statements

9. Visa Application Form

   One fully completed and signed application form

10. CIBTvisas Order Form

    Complete and submit with your other materials one CIBTvisas Order Form.

Tourist Application Requirements for a Malaysia Visa

1. Visa May Not Be Required

   Visa exempt for a stay of up to 30 days. The traveller must:

   • Hold a passport valid at least six months on entry with one blank visa page
   • Hold proof of sufficient funds
   • Hold proof of onward/return flights
   • Hold all documents required for the next destination
   • Confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa as these conditions are subject to change

   For stays of longer than 30 days, a visa is required. The requirements can be found within the CIBTvisas application pack.

2. Mandatory Digital Arrival Card Requirement

   All travellers to Malaysia are required to apply for a mandatory Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) within 3 days before arrival. The MDAC can be applied for here free of charge.

   
   
   The following categories of travellers are not required to apply for a digital Entry Card:
   • Diplomatic and Official passport holders
   • Malaysia permanent residents and long term-pass holders
   • General Certificate of Identity (GCI) Brunei Darussalam holders
   • Brunei Malaysia Frequent Traveller Facility holders
   • Thailand Border Pass holders
   • Indonesia Cross-Border Travel Document (PLB) holders

3. Passport

   The applicant´s actual passport. The passport must:

   • Be in good condition. Not be damaged in any way
   • Be valid at least six months beyond exit date
   • Have at least one blank visa page
      

4. Proof of Residency

   A copy of the applicant's valid ID (IFE or INE)

5. Photograph(s)

   You must provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following criteria:

   • Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
   • Be taken against an all white background
   • Be 35 mm by 45mm in size
   • Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
   • You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
   • Your photos should not be affixed to your application and they may not display evidence of adhesive or staples

6. Proof of Travel Arrangements

   Details of travel arrangements. This must be provided as:

   • A copy of the flight confirmation showing onward/return travel
   • A copy of the hotel confirmation

7. Proof of Financial Means

   Evidence of available funds must be provided as a copy of the applicant's last three bank statements

8. Visa Application Form

   One fully completed and signed application form

9. CIBTvisas Order Form

   Complete and submit with your other materials one CIBTvisas Order Form.