Before applying, please ensure you are very clear on your ‘purpose of visit’ – do remember we are here to assist and help you through the entire visa application process but are not permitted to advise or guide you on choosing a visa category.
Since our work is primarily administrative in nature, we have no say on whether you will be granted a visa and how long it will take to process, as this is entirely the prerogative of the Consulate.
Social Visit
Business Visit
Tourist
Employment
Education
Type of Visa
Visas can be categorized in two broad categories namely:
- (VTR) Visa without reference
- (VDR) Visa with reference
Visa without reference is visa approved by the High Commission of Malaysia/ Consulate General of Malaysia for social, tourist or business visits.
Visa with reference is approved by the Immigration Department of Malaysia or the Ministry of Home Affairs for the purpose of working, studying or social visits for a stay more than the allowed period under visa without reference.
Apply for a visa
Let us walk you through the process
Step-by-step guide
Identify visa type
Choose the right visa for your trip
Begin your application
Complete your application form and supporting documents
Visit a Visa Application Centre
Attend at Visa Application Centre
Pay your fees
Find out the amount you need to pay
Your Visa result
You will receive an email update when your decision has been returned to the Visa Application Centre.
You will receive an email update when your decision has been returned to the Visa Application Centre.
Ready to apply?
Come to Malaysia Visa Application Centre/Visa Malaysia Agency (VIMA) Centre and start your visa application process.
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Application Submission Procedure
Submit your passport application in person
If you submit your application in person, you must bring the below documents with you:-
- The original passport and old passport (if any).
- Photo as specification.
- Copy of all documents in A4 (prefer in color)
- Please click here for documents requirements.
Using a representative / travel agent
If you plan to use a representative/travel agent to submit your visa application on your behalf:-
- The original passport and old passport (if any).
- Photo as specification.
- Copy of all documents in A4 (prefer in color).
- You are requested to provide individual authorization letters, signed by the respective applicants.
- Representative original National ID card or other official proof of identification containing a photograph.
- A copy of your representative photographic ID.
- For VTR applications, applicants are required to come to VIMA Center in person.
- Please click here for documents requirements.
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Frequently asked questions
Below listed nationality can apply eVisa for tourist:
Below listed nationality can apply eVisa for student, medical, expatriate:
The normal processing time is 3-5 working days.
No. You may come to VIMA Centre without prior appointment. Please check our VIMA centers in Jakarta, Medan, Pekanbaru, and Pontianak on this website.
No. eVisa printout (eVisa Note) is compulsory.
You will receive an electronic visa (eVisa) Single Entry Visa (SEV).
We advise you to apply for your eVisa at least 2 weeks prior your departure to Malaysia.
You are allowed to stay in Malaysia subjected eligibility of your nationality for each entry. You will be subjected to a fine by Malaysia local authorities and your next entry into Malaysia may be denied for a certain period of time if you failed to stay within the stipulated time.
The decision to issue or refuse a visa is made solely by immigration officers of Immigration Department of Malaysia. All applications will be assessed in accordance with Malaysia immigration visa rules and guidelines.
No. eVisa does not guarantee your entry to Malaysia as it is subjected to the approval of the Immigration Department of Malaysia Entry Exit Points.
All eVisa applications are considered on individual merit and the High Commission / Embassy / Consulate has the right to seek additional information at any stage of processing. The fact that an application for a visa have been received by the eVisa system does not guarantee that the eVisa will be issued. High Commission / Embassy / Consulate reserves the right to refuse an eVisa application without providing any reason.
All fees are non-refundable. The purchase of flight tickets and hotel reservations is the responsibility of all applicants. The Embassy and the Operating Agency (VIMA) will not be liable for any losses if the visa application is unsuccessful.
