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How to Apply for Malaysia Visa Online: A Step-by-Step Guide (with screenshots)

Updated: September 8, 2023

Malaysia eVisa is quick to apply and easy to navigate. It only takes about 10 minutes to apply for Malaysia visa online. All you need is a copy of your passport, photo, flight ticket, hotel booking and a scan of your last visited country. Processing takes about 2-3 working days. 

In this step-by-step guide, you will learn how to apply for Malaysia eVisa, track the status and download your approved eVisa. 

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Documents needed to apply for malaysia evisa.

You would need the following documents before starting your Malaysia eVisa application.

• Passport must be valid for 6 months from the expected date of arrival in Malaysia
• Must be 30mm x 50mm in dimensions
• Must be less than 2MB in size
• Must be studio-taken photo (scanned photos and selfies not accepted)
• Must be taken within the last 6 months
• Must be on white background without any borders
• Must show full face without headgear
• Scan must be first/ID page or first two pages
• Scan must be in full color (black and white not accepted)
• Scan must be in original size (edited or resized are not accepted)
• Scan must be last page or last two pages
• Scan must include entry and exit stamps from the last visited country
• Must be fully-paid flight tickets with e-ticket number
• Must be in PDF format downloaded from the airline website (emails, screenshots or scans are not accepted)
• If you have two or more PDFs, they must be put together into a single PDF
• Dummy tickets, reservations and itineraries are not accepted
• Must be for the entire duration of the trip
• Pay-at-the-property bookings are also acceptable
• Proof of residence, cover letter, bank statements, etc.

Steps to Apply for Malaysia Visa Online

Step 1. start.

• Go to Malaysia eVisa Portal
• Click on “ I’m New! Apply “

Step 2. REGISTRATION

On the registration page, enter the following information. 

Section: REGISTRATION

• Given Name (Your Name) [ Comment: Enter your given name as per the passport ]
• Surname (Family Name) [ Comment: Enter your surname as per the passport ]
• Nationality [ Comment: Enter your nationality as per the passport ]
• Passport Number [ Comment: Enter your passport number ]
• Gender [ Comment: Enter your gender as per your passport ]
• Date of Birth [ Comment: Enter your date of birth as per your passport ]

Section: CURRENT LOCAL ADDRESS

• Address [ Comment: Enter your current address in your country ]
• Postcode [ Comment: Enter the postal code of your current address ]
• City [ Comment: Enter your current city ]
• Country [ Comment: Select your current country ]
• Phone Number [ Comment: Enter your mobile phone number ]

Section: LOGIN INFORMATION

• Email [ Comment: Enter your email ]
• Password [ Comment: Enter a strong password ]
• Re-confirm Password [ Comment: Re-enter the above password ]
• Answer [ Comment: Enter the captcha ]

Click on the blue “Register” button.

Your account will be created and you will be taken to the “LIST OF APPLICATIONS” page.

Step 3. APPLY NOW

Click on the blue “Apply Now +” button. 

A popup appears with different visa options.

Click on “Tourist”.

Another popup appears alerting you that the tourist visa is single entry only. 

Click on the blue “Proceed” button.

You will be taken to the “PARTICULARS OF APPLICATIONS” page.

Step 4. APPLICATION

Enter the following information on the “PARTICULARS OF APPLICATIONS” page.

Section: PARTICULARS OF PHOTO

(1) Upload Photo (Max 2MB)

Click on the “Select Photo” button. A popup appears with photo specifications and a button to select the file.

Click on the blue “Select file” button in the photo popup to upload your digital photo. 

(2) Upload Passport (Max 2MB)

Click on the “Select Photo” button. A popup appears with passport scan specifications and a button to select the file.

Click on the blue “Select file” button in the passport popup to upload a scan of your passport first/ID page.

(3) Upload the page that shows the previous/old passport number

Click on the “Select Photo” button to upload a scan of your passport’s last page. 

Section: PARTICULARS OF APPLICANT

• Surname [ Comment: Enter your surname as per your passport ]
• Given Name [ Comment: Enter your given name as per your passport ]
• Nationality [ Comment: No need to enter anything as your nationality information will be auto-populated from your profile ]
• Phone Number [ Comment: Enter your local phone number ]
• Email [ Comment: No need to enter anything as your email address will be auto-populated from your profile ]

Section: VISA DETAILS

• SEV (Single Entry Visa)
• MEV (Multiple Entry Visa)
• OFFICIAL MATTERS

NOTE Malaysia eVisa for general tourism purposes is single-entry only. Select SEV (Single Entry Visa) for the visa type. MEV (Multiple Entry Visa) is for medical or wedding tourism, business purpose and for airline/cruise staff.

Section: PARTICULARS OF PASSPORT/TRAVEL DOCUMENT

• Travel Document [ Comment: Select INTERNATIONAL PASSPORT ]
• Document Number [ Comment: Enter your passport number ]
• Place/Country of Issued [ Comment: Enter the country where your passport is issued ]
• Previous Document Number [ Comment: Enter your old passport number. If this is your first passport, enter your current passport number ]
• Passport Issuance Date [ Comment: Enter the date of issue of your passport ]
• Passport Expiry Date [ Comment: Enter the date of expiry of your passport ]

Section: ADDRESS IN MALAYSIA

• Address [ Comment: Enter your hotel address in Malaysia ]
• Post Code [ Comment: Enter the postal code of your hotel in Malaysia ]
• City [ Comment: Enter the city of your hotel in Malaysia ]
• Address [ Comment: Enter your current local address in your country ]
• Post Code [ Comment: Enter the postal code of your local address ]
• City [ Comment: Enter the city where you currently live ]
• Province/State [ Comment: Enter the province or state where you currently live ]
• Country [ Comment: Enter the country where you currently live ]

Section: UPLOAD DOCUMENTS

(1) Flight Ticket

Click on the “SELECT DOCUMENT” button. A popup appears with the specifications of the flight ticket. 

Click on the “Select file” button in the popup to upload your flight ticket. 

NOTE Flight tickets must be round-trip flight tickets originating and ending in your home country or current country of residence. If you haven’t decided on your travel dates yet, consider getting a flight ticket from Expedia with free cancellation within 24 hours or a fully refundable flight ticket . 

(2) Accommodation

Click on the “Select file” button to upload your hotel bookings. 

Click on the “Select file” button to upload any other supporting documents.

NOTE Uploading supporting documents is optional. But to strengthen your application, you can upload a cover letter, current bank statement, any previous Malaysia visa , and any valid or expired strong visas such as the US, UK, Canada, Schengen, etc. 

(4) Last Visit Country

Click on the “SELECT DOCUMENT” button. A popup will open with the specifications of the last visit country.

Click on the “Select file” button in the popup to upload a scan of your last visited country visa and stamps.

NOTE Along with the entry and exit stamps of your last visit country, make sure to show the exit and re-entry stamps of your home country as well. Otherwise, you will be asked to upload these later and this can delay the processing. 

Click on the blue “NEXT >” button.

A “TERMS & CONDITIONS” popup will appear. Check the box that you have read the terms and conditions and click on the blue “AGREE ✓” button.

You will be taken to the “IMAGE EDITOR” page.

Malaysian authorities are very particular about the photo. Move or resize your photo using the guidance frame to edit the photo to meet the specifications. 

Click on the blue “CONFIRM & CONTINUE >” button. 

You will be taken to the “PREVIEW” page. 

Step 5. PREVIEW

Section: UPLOADED PHOTO VALIDATION

Check your photo validation. There must be a green box around the photo indicating that your uploaded photo is acceptable. 

Section: PLEASE ROTATE YOUR PHOTO IF NECESSARY

Check your passport’s front page and last page. Make sure they are correctly aligned. If they are not correctly aligned, use the “ROTATE” buttons to adjust the alignment.

Click on the blue “Confirm >” button. 

You will be taken to the next page to review your details and select the payment method.

Review the information entered in the following sections so far. If you see any errors, click on the “< EDIT” button to edit the information. 

• Section: PARTICULARS OF APPLICATION
• Section: APPLICANT PHOTO
• Section: PASSPORT PHOTO
• Section: PASSPORT PHOTO LAST
• Section: UPLOADED DOCUMENTS

Section: PARTICULARS OF PAYMENT

• PAYMENT METHOD [ Comment: Select the VISA/MASTERCARD option. If residing in China, select WeChat or Alipay ]

Check the box to confirm your information is correct and click the blue “PAY >” button.

A popup will appear warning you that you can’t make any changes past this step. Click on the blue “PROCEED ✓” button.

Step 6. PAYMENT

The total fee for eVisa is shown here, including processing and convenience fee.

Click on the “Proceed Payment” button. 

You will be taken to the “JABATAN IMIGRESEN MYS” payment page.

Enter the following details in the “JABATAN IMIGRESEN MYS” payment page. 

• Card Details [ Comment: Enter your credit or debit card details ]
• Billing address [ Comment: Enter the billing address associated with your credit or debit card ]
• Email [ Comment: Enter the email associated with your credit or debit card ]

IMPORTANT If your payment is failing, try without entering your billing address. This is something I learned after intense research on the internet and forums. My payment was failing. I tried all my cards and none worked. I called my banks too. But when I tried without filling out the address, it worked right away. 

Click on the green “Pay now” button. 

Step 7. COMPLETE

A thank you page is shown confirming your eVisa application submission. 

You will also receive an email confirming your eVisa application submission.

Steps to Track Malaysia eVisa Status

The Malaysia eVisa processing time is 2-3 working days excluding the day of submission. But in some cases, it can take much longer, especially if you are asked to upload additional documents. 

STATUS: IN PROGRESS

Once you submit your application, your eVisa status will be “IN PROGRESS” until approved. To check the status of your eVisa, follow the below steps. 

• Click on “Returning User Login” 

A login popup will appear. Enter your email, password, and captcha and click on “Sign In”.

You will be taken to the “LIST OF APPLICATIONS” page where you can check the status of current and past applications. 

STATUS: REQUEST DOCUMENT / DATA AMENDMENT

If any additional documents or data are required, you will receive an email notification to upload additional documents. 

Step 1: TRACK STATUS

To upload additional documents and/or to amend data, follow the steps mentioned above to track the status of your eVisa application. 

In the “LIST OF APPLICATIONS” page, the status of your application will be “REQUEST DOCUMENT / DATA AMENDMENT”.

Click on the “Re-upload Document / Data Amendment” button. 

You will be taken to the “PARTICULARS OF REQUESTED DOCUMENTS” page.

Step 2: REQUEST DOC

Upload any requested documents and/or make any data amendments. 

You will be taken to the “PREVIEW” page.

Step 3: PREVIEW

Review all the data and documents to make sure there are no errors. If you see any errors, click on the “< EDIT” but to make corrections.

Check the box to confirm that the information is correct and click on the blue “CONFIRM >” button. 

Step 4: COMPLETE

You will see the message that your “REQUESTED DATA SUCCESSFULLY UPDATED”. You will not receive any email. So make sure to track the status of your application regularly. 

NOTE After you upload additional documents or amend any data, your eVisa processing time will reset. It will take another 2-3 working days from that point. 

STATUS: APPROVED

When your eVisa is approved, you may or may not receive an email notification. Make sure to track your application progress regularly so you can download your eVisa as soon as it’s approved. 

Follow the below steps to download your eVisa. 

• Log into your account to navigate to the “LIST OF APPLICATIONS” page
• In the “LIST OF APPLICATIONS” page, click on the “PRINT eVISA” button for your approved eVisa. 
• Your eVisa will be downloaded as a PDF

Print this approved eVisa and carry it with you when you travel to Malaysia.

WRITTEN BY THIRUMAL MOTATI

Thirumal Motati is an expert in tourist visa matters. He has been traveling the world on tourist visas for more than a decade. With his expertise, he has obtained several tourist visas, including the most strenuous ones such as the US, UK, Canada, and Schengen, some of which were granted multiple times. He has also set foot inside US consulates on numerous occasions. Mr. Motati has uncovered the secrets to successful visa applications. His guidance has enabled countless individuals to obtain their visas and fulfill their travel dreams. His statements have been mentioned in publications like Yahoo, BBC, The Hindu, and Travel Zoo.

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For identification purposes and fingerprints, applicants are required to present during visa submission and each applicant has to submit the following documents:

• 1 duly completed Schengen Visa application: Online Application
• 1 biometric passport-size photograph, not older than 6 months). Please follow these passport / ID photo guidelines
• Valid passport (data page and signature page only; minimum 6 months remaining passport validity upon returning to Malaysia) (original + 1 copy)
• Malaysian permit/ permanent residence (minimum 3 month validity upon returning to Malaysia) (original + 1 copy)
• Previous Schengen Visas including entry and exit stamps (original + 1 copy)
• Tour booking/ tour itinerary: Download and fill in the travel plan form (1 copy)
• Flight itinerary (1 copy)
• Proof of accommodation (complete address of accommodation/ hotel reservation) (1 copy)
• Travel insurance with minimum coverage of € 30.000,- (not applicable for spouse of EU -Members) (1 copy)
• Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements and salary slips from the past 3 months) (1 copy)
• Letter from the school/ college/ university/ institute in Malaysia stating your duration of holiday/ grant of study leave/ semester break (original)
• Statement from employer stating the purpose and duration of your travel/ Designation, as well as stating your monthly income and the date of your commencement of employment (original)
• Copy of spouse/ parents passport including Malaysian permit/ permanent residence (1 copy)
• Marriage/ divorce certificate (original + 1 copy)
• Birth certificate (applicable to minor applicants only) (original + 1 copy)
• Valid rental agreement or proof of house ownership in Malaysia (original + 1 copy)

Both parents are required to be present at the embassy for applicants below the age of 18.

Visa fee: Fees

Processing time: minimum 7 days

Please ensure that your application documents are complete! Incomplete applications may result in rejection of the visa application.

Each visa application will be reviewed individually. Therefore the requested documents may vary. The Embassy reserves the right to ask for additional documents at all times.

This information is regularly updated but makes no claim to be complete.

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Malaysia Entry Requirements for Bangladeshi Citizens

Bangladeshi passport holders planning to visit Malaysia must meet the country’s entry requirements. Thanks to the eVisa process, citizens of Bangladesh can easily apply online for a Malaysian visa .

Malaysia eVisa for Bangladeshis

The Malaysia Government introduced the eVisa in January 2016. It is an official electronic travel document which allows Bangladeshi entry into Malaysia .

The standard Malaysian eVisa is for single-entry trips to Malasia for visits of up to 30 days. The document is valid for 3 months from the date of issue

The application process for the Malaysia tourist visa is done entirely online and the approved application is sent via email.

Malaysia Visa Types for Bangladeshi Citizens

The Malaysian government offers different Malaysia visa types for Bangladeshi citizens.

Single-Entry Tourist Visa for Bangladesh

The standard single entry eVisa is the most frequently issued Malaysia tourist visa. It is valid for a stay of up to 30 days and cannot be extended.

Multiple-Entry Visit Visa for Bangladesh

The multiple-entry Malaysia visa is not currently available through an online application. This visa type must be applied for in person at an embassy.

Malaysia eVisa Requirements from Bangladesh

Applicants must ensure that they meet all Malaysian visa requirements for Bangladeshies before applying.

To start the application process, Bangladeshi travelers must have the following items:

• Passport: valid for at least 6 months past the date of approval of the eVisa
• Valid email address to receive the approved eVisa
• Valid credit card to pay the visa processing fee

Bangladeshi minors aged 13-18 will need their own Malaysia visa application and their own valid passport. Minors under age 12 should apply with a parent on the same eVisa application and will need to provide a birth certificate.

Apply for the Malaysia Visa from Bangladesh

The Malaysian visa application for Bangladesh is completed online . There are 3 simple steps to obtain the online eVisa:

Submit the eVisa application form

Pay the fees securely online using a valid debit or credit card

Receive the approved Malaysia eVisa document via email

The Malaysia visa application asks for the following information:

• Date of birth
• Country of passport
• Passport number
• Passport date of issue
• Passport date of expiry

Travelers will need to include their date of travel, or at least their approximate date of entry into Malaysia.

The information in the application should exactly match the passport details of the applicant. If there is a mistake in the application, it could be rejected.

Processing Time for the Malaysia Visa for Bangladeshi

The application takes up to 2-10 days to process . To be safe, applicants should submit their application at least 2 weeks before their intended date of travel.

Receiving the Approved Tourist Visa from Bangladesh

Once the application is approved, the Malaysia eVisa is sent to the email address provided on the application. This eVisa must be printed on paper ready to present upon arrival in Malaysia . The eVisa will need to be shown upon entry into Malaysia as well as upon exit.

FAQ’s about Malaysia visa for Bangladeshi citizens

Can bangladeshis travel to malaysia.

Yes, Bangladeshi nationals can travel to Malaysia . They must meet all entry requirements, including the visa policy which applies to them.

Do I need a visa for Malaysia from Bangladesh?

Bangladeshi citizens must have a visa to travel to Malaysia . This is part of the country’s visa policy for overseas visitors, and a mandatory requirement for certain nationalities.

What visa types do Bangladeshi citizens need to enter to Malaysia?

Bangladeshi passport holders must have a valid visa to travel to Malaysia . There are different types of visa available, depending on the individual’s circumstances and travel plans.

Tourist Visa Form for Malaysia

Visiting Malaysia and need a Malaysian tourist visa form? Download a Malaysian tourism visa form here.

The Malaysian Tourist Visa for your Holiday or Visiting a Family

If you are considering of going to Malaysia on a holiday or to see a family or friend, then applying for a Malaysian tourist visa can become a necessary task.

Usually, a visitor can apply for the required Malaysian tourist visa online/ at the nearest Malaysian consulate in the country of your residence for a stay in Malaysia of up to 3 months.

General Visa Requirements and Validity Period of Malaysian Tourist Visa

It is advisable to check the Malaysian tourist visa requirements, before applying for your tourist visa to Malaysia.

A brief summary of the most important requirements and conditions when getting the tourist visa for Malaysia:

• You do not intend to undertake voluntary work that would otherwise be carried out by a paid employee in Malaysia.
• You do not mean to enter into an employment relationship in Malaysia.
• You do not intend to offer services to Malaysian organisations (this is permitted with a Malaysian work visa or business visa).
• You do not mean to give or market product or services to consumers in Malaysia.
• You and your family members are not in debt to the Malaysia Government.
• You do not present a risk to the health or safety and security of the people of Malaysia.
• You have the ability to demonstrate that you have adequate financial resources to cover your stay and return from Malaysia.

Do you require a Malaysian tourist visa?

It depends on your citizenship as well as the type of travel document you are using to take a trip to Malaysia.Please go here to find out if you require a Malaysian visa.

Exactly who can get a Malaysian tourist visa?

Any person hoping to go on holiday to Malaysia can request a Malaysian tourist visa.

There are several kinds of visa for Malaysia which you can use as a visitor to Malaysia. If you are uncertain which sort of Malaysian tourist visa you require to apply, please contact the nearby Malaysian visa office to obtain additional information as purpose of this page is to offer you basic guide when making an application for Malaysian tourist visa.

What kind of Malaysian visa do I need?

This relies on three aspects:

• The citizenship according to your passport – If the citizenship according to the passport is from a nation that is on visa free travel to Malaysia or eligible to get a visa on arrival in Malaysia, then you may not need to apply for a Malaysian tourist visa before departure from your home country. Please click here to check if you need a Malaysian visa.
• The length of your trip in Malaysia – If you intend to stay in Malaysia for a much shorter duration less than 90 days, then you can request the Malaysian tourist visa. If you want to stay longer, then contact the local Malaysian visa office to find the suitable visa for your trip.
• The activities you wish to accomplish in Malaysia – If your main purpose of travelling is for vacation, then you can make an application for all kinds of Malaysian tourist visas discussed on this page.

General Visa Application Requirements to Obtain Malaysian Traveller Visa

• Traveler visa application form for Malaysia – Completed Malaysian visa Form.
• Original and signed passport – The passport must be valid for at the very least six months prior to entering Malaysia and 3 months after departing Malaysia. It must have at least 2 spare visa web pages and can not be older than ten years.
• Passport type photo – Photo should be no older than six months and must be 35 x 40mm in size.
• Previous passport – Offer a previous passport if you had any.
• Previous visas – Copies of previous Malaysian visas details if you had any.
• Flight tickets to Malaysia – Reservation of return or round trip flight tickets. In some circumstances the Malaysian visa office might request for pre-paid flight tickets to Malaysia.
• Travel insurance policy – Proof of travel insurance policy with a minimum cover set by the Malaysian embassy provided with the Certificate of Insurance coverage and the table of benefits. The travel insurance coverage should cover the expense of repatriation for medical reasons and the Certificate of Currency should be issued by an insurance company. If you are thinking about utilizing your credit card travel insurance for your travel to Malaysia, please get in touch with Malaysian consular office for more information and travel insurance requirements for the Malaysian visa.
• Original financial institution statements – Original financial institution statements for the last 3 months revealing adequate funds to cover your visit in Malaysia. If statements are printed online then it needs to be Verified (marked) by the financial institution officials.
• Hotel Reservations in Malaysia – Copy of confirmed hotel bookings including name of the applicant, name and address of the hotel, time-span of stay. In the majority of situations, only bookings which are partially or completely pre-paid can be accepted.
• Work letter – This letter should be: original and signed letter from employer written on company letter head paper, verifying your ongoing employment, the status of employment, monthly income and yearly leave. Additionally, please give your three newest pay slips. If you are self-employed: supply certified copies of business registration, tax return.
• For students. Please give the following:
• Evidence of present student status: Certificate of Enrollment.
• Original and signed letter from university written on university letter head paper, confirming ongoing enrolment, verifying the payment of tuition fees or any kind of scholarships, and confirming semester break.
• Insurance policy from Organisation/University – Offer a letter from the University specifying the purpose, period of travel and confirmation that you will be covered by the insurance policy for the entire journey along with the Certificate of Currency and summary of benefits.

Generally, visa applications for Malaysian visa need to be submitted for an optimum of 6 months, and no later than 15 days, before the trip.

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