Jabatan Imigresen Malaysia

The Immigration Department of Malaysia is the department of the Malaysian government responsible for managing immigration affairs. Its responsibilities include processing visa applications, managing entry and exit affairs, and supervising the activities of foreigners in Malaysia.

From December 1, 2023, Malaysia will implement a convenient measure for Chinese citizens who stay for no more than 30 days to enter Malaysia without a visa. The latest entry instructions announced by the Malaysian government authorities require that foreign citizens must fill out the Malaysian Electronic Arrival Card (MDAC) online within 3 days before entering Malaysia, and print a paper version of the MDAC confirmation letter to show to the immigration officer upon entry.

From January 1, 2024, all foreign tourists and international students traveling to Malaysia must fill out the Malaysian Electronic Arrival Card (MDAC). Except for some exempted persons (such as Singapore citizens, diplomatic and official passport holders, etc., please refer to the relevant regulations for details), international students must complete the electronic arrival card MDAC online through the Immigration Department website (https://imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac/main?register), which can be completed as early as 3 days before arrival or at the latest after arrival. International students must present the completed MDAC at the entry port for entry and exit inspection.

Chinese citizens entering Malaysia still need to hold a passport with a validity period of more than 6 months, present a paid hotel order in Malaysia that matches the number of days of stay, present a paid return ticket from Malaysia, answer immigration officials questions about their itinerary in Malaysia in English or Malay, and present proof of funds of more than US$1,000 (or equivalent in other currencies) (including cash, checks, bank cards, e-wallets, etc., excluding air tickets and hotel fees), etc.