Quick answer
Indians do not need a visa for Malaysia until 31 December 2026. You can stay up to 30 days for tourism, social visits, business or transit. Before you fly, submit the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) online within 3 days before arrival, and carry a return ticket and hotel booking.
Malaysia visa for Indians at a glance
| Visa needed for tourism? | No. Visa-exempt up to 30 days, until 31 December 202612 |
|---|---|
| Purposes allowed | Business, tourism, social visit or transit (not work or study)1 |
| Passport | At least 6 months validity1 |
| Show at immigration | Confirmed return flight ticket and confirmed hotel booking1 |
| Arrival card | MDAC online, compulsory, 3 days before arrival13 |
Visa options for Indian passport holders
Visa exemption (30 days)12
- Who can use it
- Indian passport holders
- Stay
- Up to 30 days
- Validity
- Scheme valid until 31 December 2026
- Fee
- None
- Processing time
- Decided at immigration screening on arrival
- Where to apply
- No visa application. Submit the MDAC at https://imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac/main
- Good to know
- For business, tourism, social or transit purposes. Other purposes need a visa (eVISA).
eVISA (other purposes)1
- Who can use it
- Travellers whose purpose is not covered by the exemption
- Where to apply
- https://malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my/
- Good to know
- The High Commission of Malaysia, New Delhi points to this official eVISA site.
Documents to prepare
- Passport valid for at least 6 months.1
- Confirmed return flight ticket.1
- Confirmed hotel booking.1
- Enough money for your stay in Malaysia.1
- MDAC submission (done online before arrival).1
Before you fly and on arrival
- Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC): compulsory online submission 3 days before the arrival date at https://imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac/main.1
- MDAC has been mandatory for foreign visitors since 1 January 2024. Only a few groups are exempt (for example Singapore citizens and diplomatic passport holders); Indian tourists are not exempt.3
- You will go through security and immigration screening on arrival and must show the supporting documents.1
Applying from Kerala
- No visa application is needed for tourism up to 30 days. Submit the MDAC online before you fly.1
- If you need a visa for another purpose, apply online through the official eVISA site, malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my.1
Extending your stay
- An extension of the short-term social visit pass is given only on special consideration, such as illness, accident or war in your home country. You must show evidence and a confirmed ticket home or to a third country.4
- To apply, go in person to the Immigration Department with your passport and Form IMM.55, plus supporting documents.4
What changed recently
- 23 September 2026: The High Commission of Malaysia, New Delhi page confirms the visa waiver for Indians runs until 31 December 2026, for up to 30 days.1
- 1 January 2024: The Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) became mandatory for foreign visitors.3
How Albah Holidays can help
- No visa is needed for a short holiday — we check the rules for your travel dates and help you file the MDAC arrival card.
- Our Malaysia tour package covers hotels and sightseeing, with flights on request.
- Flights from Calicut, Kannur or Kochi, hotels and travel insurance — booked together with us.
- Send your passport copy and travel dates on WhatsApp, or visit our office in Eranhipalam, Kozhikode.
- Flights to Malaysia from Calicut, Kannur or Kochi, booked with your visa so the dates line up and the name on the ticket matches the passport.
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Malaysia?
No, until 31 December 2026. Indian passport holders can stay up to 30 days for tourism, social visits, business or transit.12
What documents do I need at Malaysian immigration?
A passport valid for at least 6 months, a confirmed return flight ticket, a confirmed hotel booking and your MDAC submission.1
When should I fill in the MDAC?
Submit it online 3 days before your arrival date at imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac/main. It is compulsory.13
Can I extend my stay in Malaysia?
Only in special cases such as illness or accident. You must apply in person with Form IMM.55 and a confirmed onward ticket.4
Can I work or study on the visa exemption?
No. The exemption covers business, tourism, social and transit visits only. Other purposes need a proper visa.1
Official sources
- Requirement for Foreigners (For Indian passport holders) — High Commission of Malaysia, New Delhi (Ministry of Foreign Affairs Malaysia). Page updated 2026-09-23; checked 24 September 2026.
- Visa Requirement by Country — Immigration Department of Malaysia. checked 24 September 2026.
- Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) portal and 'Who is eligible' infographic — Immigration Department of Malaysia. checked 24 September 2026.
- Short Term Social Visit Pass — Immigration Department of Malaysia. checked 24 September 2026.
Rules, fees and processing times can change without notice. Every fact on this page was checked against the official sources above on 24 September 2026. Confirm before you travel — we recheck the current rules for every application we handle.