Malaysia Visa on Arrival (VOA) is available to Indian and Chinese nationals traveling to Malaysia from neighboring countries.
You must arrive from Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia or Brunei and hold a valid visa from those countries.
IMPORTANT
As per Malaysia’s Visa Liberalisation Plan, Indian and Chinese nationals are temporarily Visa-Exempt (VISA-FREE) to travel to Malaysia until 31 Dec 2024. Visa on Arrival (VOA) is NOT required and hence it’s NOT currently available.
QUICK SUMMARY:
- Eligibility: India and China passport holders
- Allowed stay: 15 days
- VOA fee: 200 MYR
- Extensions: Not allowed
If you haven’t already, read the Malaysia Visa Guide for information on available visa types for tourists, their eligibility and requirements.
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Understanding Malaysia Visa on Arrival (VOA)
VOA validity
Malaysia VOA is valid for 15 days from the day of issue. You are allowed to stay up to 15 days in Malaysia using the VOA.
Duration of stay
The allowed duration of stay for Malaysia VOA is 15 days.
Allowed number of entries
Malaysia VOA is single-entry only. If you exit and re-enter, you will need to obtain Visa on Arrival again. Or, you must hold another type of visa, such as a Malaysia eVisa or a Malaysia Tourist Visa.
Allowed ports of entry
Malaysia VOA is available only at the following international airports, land borders and seaports.
International Airports
- Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Both terminals KLIA1 and KLIA2)
- Penang International Airport, Penang
- Langkawi International Airport, Langkawi (Kedah)
- Senai International Airport, Johor Bahru
- Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport, Selangor
- Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Sabah
- Kuching International Airport, Sarawak
- Miri International Airport, Sarawak
Land Borders Checkpoints
- Singapore-Malaysia: Sultan Abu Bakar Complex (KSAB), Second Link, Johor Bahru
- Brunei-Malaysia: Sungai Tujuh Immigration Control Post, Sarawak
- Thailand-Malaysia: Bukit Kayu Hitam Immigration Complex (ICQS), Kedah
Seaports
- Brunei-Malaysia: Immigration Control Post, Labuan International Terminal Ferry
VOA extension
The VOA is strictly not extendable and cannot be changed into any other type of visa.
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Malaysia Visa on Arrival Requirements
Visa on Arrival country list
Only the following 2 countries are eligible for Malaysia Visa on Arrival.
- China
- India
Visa on Arrival conditions
To obtain VOA in Malaysia, Indian and Chinese nationals must meet the following requirements.
- Must arrive directly from Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, or Brunei
- Must hold a valid visa from the country you arrive from (Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, or Brunei visa)
- Must enter through an eligible port of entry (see the list above)
Documents required
You must present the following documents.
- Valid Passport
- Valid visa from the arriving country (Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, or Brunei)
- Confirmed return or onward ticket
- Proof of financial ability (at least 500 USD cash or cards)
Passport requirement
For Malaysia Visa on Arrival, your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival.
Your passport must also have at least 1 blank page as the VOA stamp takes half a page.
Visa from the arriving country
You must present a valid visa and entry-exit stamps from the neighboring country where you are arriving. The following visas and stamps are accepted.
Thailand: When entering Malaysia from Thailand, you can use a 60-day single-entry Thailand tourist visa sticker or Thailand Visa on Arrival stamp. You must have entered Thailand on this visa, which must be indicated by your entry and exit stamps
Singapore: When entering Malaysia from Singapore, you can use a single or multiple-entry Singapore e-Visa. You may have to present a copy of your Singapore e-Pass to prove that you have entered Singapore with the e-Visa.
Brunei: When entering Malaysia from Brunei, you can use a single or multiple-entry Brunei tourist visa sticker along with entry-exit stamps.
Indonesia: When entering Malaysia from Indonesia, you can use Indonesia Visa on Arrival or stay permit stickers. In the case of an Indonesia tourist visa, you can present a print of the eVisa along with the stay permit sticker and entry-exit stamps.
Confirmed return or onward ticket
For Malaysia VOA, you must also present a confirmed return or onward flight ticket out of Malaysia. If you are entering on a one-way ticket, you can consider getting an onward ticket from an online agency such as Best Onward Ticket.
Proof of financial ability
You may be asked to show proof of having at least 500 USD (or its equivalent in MYR). This proof can be in the form of cash, credit card, debit card, or an e-wallet.
If asked to show proof of funds, you can show cash or cards or you can also show the cash in your bank account using your bank mobile app.
Visa on Arrival fee
The Malaysia Visa on Arrival fee is 200 MYR, payable ONLY by debit or credit card or by TNG e-wallet. Payment by cash is not accepted.
IMPORTANT: The Malaysia VOA fee can be paid ONLY with a debit or credit card. Make sure you carry a debit or credit card that can be used abroad for international transactions in foreign currency.
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Visa on Arrival Application Process
How to obtain VOA at KL International Airport
Make sure you have submitted your Malaysia Digital Arrival Card within 3 days before arrival. Otherwise, you will not be allowed to board the flight to Malaysia.
When you arrive at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA1 or KLIA2), continue walking towards the immigration. The Visa on Arrival (VOA) desks are on the left side of the immigration hall (see the above picture).
Simply approach the Visa on Arrival desk and tell the officer that you would like to obtain Visa on Arrival. Hand over your passport and supporting documents. Pay the visa fee using a card.
You will receive a Visa on Arrival stamp in your passport. Afterward, head to the immigration desk.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get a Malaysia Visa on Arrival?
You can only obtain a Malaysia Visa on Arrival if you:
- Hold an Indian or a Chinese passport
- Are coming through an eligible border from Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, or Brunei
- Have proof of possessing at least 500 USD.
Until the end of 2024, Indian and Chinese nationals are visa-exempt to travel to Malaysia and thus do not need Visa on Arrival.
Is eNTRI and Visa on Arrival the same thing?
The Electronic Travel Registration & Information (eNTRI) differs from the Visa on Arrival.
ENTRI is an expired visa waiver program for Indian and Chinese travelers. It was introduced in 2017 and lasted until 2020. It required an online registration before traveling.
Many sources on the internet still list eNTRI as an option to enter Malaysia. That is inaccurate. ENTRI no longer exists. ENTRI is now replaced by the Malaysia eVisa.
Visa on Arrival is also currently not available as Indian and Chinese travelers are visa-exempt till the end of 2024.
Do I need a Visa on Arrival if I am only transiting at the airport?
Direct airside transit at Malaysian airports does not require a transit visa. As long as your arriving and departing flights are on the same PNR booking number, you will not need a visa to transit.
Note that KLIA1 and KLIA2 are NOT connected airside, so connecting between terminals will require a visa.
