Saturday, June 8, 2024 Malaysia enhances its tourism appeal by offering visa-free entry to travelers from 134 countries, including the Gulf Cooperation Council, to foster global connections and cultural exchanges. Malaysia provides visa-exemption to travelers from various nations, allowing them entry for specified periods. Travelers from specific regions can stay in Malaysia for up to 90 days without a visa.
Starting December 1, 2023, citizens from India and China, along with passport holders from several countries, including ASEAN member nations, can visit Malaysia visa-free for up to 30 days. Additionally, individuals carrying Macao Special Administrative Region Travel Permits are allowed a 14-day visa-free stay, irrespective of their nationality. Moreover, GCC countries including Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and UAE are allowed to visit and long haul stay in Malaysia for up to 90 days for either tourism or business purposes.
Datuk Dr. Yasmin Mahmood Chairman of Tourism Malaysia said in an exclusive interview with TTW Editor in Chief Mr. Anup Kumar Keshan at ATM 2024 Dubai: “I think we have one of the most friendly visa policies in the world.
Recently, we announced visa-free entry for China and India, and we immediately saw an uptake. This policy, whether it’s visa-free or visa-on-arrival, is a key enabler for many countries.” Holders of passports issued by the jurisdictions listed below enjoy the privilege of visa-free entry into Malaysia for a period o.