How to apply for a Visa

Visa applications must be made at any nearest Malaysian Representative Office Abroad. Applications can also be made online through I-Visa System (Applicable for tourist from India and China only).

Application for a Visa Without Reference:

Documents required for the application of a visa without reference (approval of visa is given by High Commission of Malaysia) are:

• Original passport
• Two (2) photocopies of the applicant's passport
• Two (2) photocopies of the visa application form (Form IMM.47)
• Two (2) passport size photographs of the applicant
• Original and two (2) photocopies of the ticket (confirmed and returned ticket)
• Bank statement / traveller's cheque
• Invitation letter (if any)
• Payment of visa fee

Note : Visa Without Reference is required for the purpose of a social visit.

Application for a Visa With Reference

Documents which are required for the application of a visa with reference (visa will issued after the application is being referred and approved by the Department of Immigration Malaysia / Other Agencies of Authority):

• Original approval letter from the Immigration Department of Malaysia/other authority agencies
• Original passport
• Two (2) photocopies of the applicant's passport
• Two (2) photocopies of visa application form (Form IMM.47)
• Two (2) passport size photograph of applicant
• Original and two (2) photocopies of an air ticket
• Payment of visa fee

Note: Visa With Reference is required for students, those seeking employment, dependants and professionals on a visit pass.

List of countries which require Visa to enter Malaysia click here