Key points
- Most nationalities visit Malaysia without a visa. Malaysia publishes a short list of countries that must get a visa first, including Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Nigeria and Afghanistan.
- Azerbaijani citizens need no visa for business or social visits of up to 30 days, according to the Malaysian Embassy in Baku.
- Indian citizens are visa exempt until 31 December 2026, according to the Immigration Department of Malaysia.
- Visa nationals apply online through the official eVISA portal, malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my. eNTRI is a separate online option listed for Indian and Chinese nationals.
- Every visitor fills in the free Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) within 3 days before arrival.
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Who needs a visa for Malaysia?
Malaysia works with a list of countries that must apply for a visa. If your country is not on it, you can usually come as a tourist or for business meetings without a visa, for a stay set by the officer at the border. The Malaysian Embassy in Baku, for example, says Azerbaijani and Georgian citizens may stay up to 30 days.
| Passport | What you need | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Azerbaijan, Georgia | No visa, up to 30 days | Business or social visits; MDAC required |
| India | No visa until 31 December 2026 | Stated by the Immigration Department; check the rules for later trips |
| ASEAN countries except Myanmar | No visa for under 1 month | Longer stays need a visa, except for Brunei and Singapore |
| Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Colombia, Serbia, Montenegro | Visa before travel | Apply on the eVISA portal or at a Malaysian mission |
| Nigeria, Ghana, Ethiopia, Angola, Cameroon and other African countries marked on the list | Visa before travel, air entry only | Check the official list for your country |
| Afghanistan | Visa with an approval letter first | Needs a visa approval before the application |
This summary follows the Immigration Department of Malaysia list checked on 4 November 2026. The list changes, so open it before you book.
eVISA and eNTRI: the two online options
The Malaysian eVISA is the online version of the visa a visa national would get at an embassy. You apply on malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my, upload your passport, a photo, a return ticket and your hotel or invitation, pay online and print the approval. The portal shows the visa type, stay and fee for your nationality before you pay, and has a 24 hour live chat for problems.
eNTRI (electronic travel registration and information) is a separate, simpler registration that the Immigration Department lists for Indian nationals and citizens of China. It is meant for short tourist trips. While India's visa exemption runs, most Indian tourists do not need it; check the portal for its current stay and fee if you plan to travel after 31 December 2026.
Use only the imi.gov.my portal. Lookalike sites charge extra fees and some never deliver a visa.
Applying from Baku at the Malaysian Embassy
If you live in Azerbaijan and your passport needs a visa, you can also apply in person at the Embassy of Malaysia in Baku. The embassy accepts applications two weeks before departure, charges AZN 10 per application and usually decides in 3 to 5 business days.
- Passport valid for at least 6 months, plus a copy of the first page.
- Two photos sized 3.5 x 5 cm.
- Return flight booking or itinerary.
- An approval, reference or invitation letter where your visa type needs one.
- Your Azerbaijani residence card or ID copy.
- Bank statement for the last 3 months.
- The completed and signed visa application form.
- Call or email the embassy first for an appointment.
The MDAC arrival card
The Malaysia Digital Arrival Card is a free online form on the Immigration Department site. Fill it in up to 3 days before you land and show it with your passport at the border. Azerbaijani travellers can also use the automatic gates at Malaysian airports, according to the embassy in Baku.
The MDAC is not a visa. If your nationality needs a visa, you still need the eVISA or embassy visa. Our guide to arrival cards compares the MDAC with the Thai, Singapore and Indonesian forms.
Planning a trip around Southeast Asia
Malaysia is often combined with Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia or Vietnam, and each country has its own rules. Read our guides to Thailand's 2026 visa rules, the Vietnam e visa and the Indonesia visa on arrival. Sroky does not file Malaysian visas; apply on the official portal or at the embassy.
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Frequently asked questions
Do Azerbaijani citizens need a visa for Malaysia?
No, not for business or social visits of up to 30 days. They must fill in the MDAC up to 3 days before arrival.
Is Malaysia visa free for Indians in 2026?
Yes. The Immigration Department of Malaysia says Indian citizens are visa exempt until 31 December 2026. Check the portal for the rules after that date.
Do Pakistani citizens need a visa for Malaysia?
Yes. Pakistan is on Malaysia's visa required list. Apply on the official eVISA portal or at a Malaysian embassy.
What is the difference between eNTRI and eVISA?
eVISA is the online visa for visa nationals. eNTRI is a shorter online registration listed for Indian and Chinese nationals, for short tourist trips.
Is the MDAC free?
Yes. The official MDAC on imi.gov.my is free. Sites that charge for it are not the government.
Official sources
- Immigration Department of Malaysia: visa requirement by country
- Immigration Department of Malaysia: official eVISA portal
- Embassy of Malaysia, Baku: visa requirement for foreigners
- Immigration Department of Malaysia: MDAC
Sroky is a private company and is not part of any government. This guide is general information, not legal advice. Rules change: the official source always applies. Disclaimer