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Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) for Indians

Planning a holiday in Malaysia? Indian passport holders travelling for tourism can complete their Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) before travelling for a smooth arrival and immigration process.

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Visa-free entry

Malaysia visa-free entry for Indian travellers

Indian citizens are currently eligible for visa-exempt tourist travel to Malaysia until 31 December 2026, subject to applicable Malaysian immigration and entry requirements.

Travellers are still required to comply with the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) requirement where applicable.

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Travel purpose

Suitable for:

  • Tourism
  • Holidays
  • Visiting Family or Friends
  • Short Social Visits

What is the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC)?

The Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) is an online arrival registration required for applicable foreign travellers entering Malaysia.

It is important to understand that MDAC is not a visa. It is an arrival registration used by Malaysian Immigration for foreign visitors. Indian travellers who qualify for visa-free tourist entry should complete the applicable MDAC requirements before travelling to Malaysia.

When should you submit the MDAC?

The Malaysia Digital Arrival Card should be completed within 3 days before your arrival in Malaysia, in accordance with the applicable Malaysian Immigration requirements.

Travellers should ensure that the information submitted in their MDAC matches their passport and travel details.

Documents & information required for Malaysia MDAC

Keep the following documents and travel information ready.

01

Passport Copy

  • Clear copy of the passport bio-data page.
  • The passport should meet the applicable validity requirements for entry into Malaysia.
02

Passport Size Photograph

  • Keep a recent passport-size photograph available where required for associated travel documentation or assistance.
03

Confirmed Return / Onward Flight Ticket

  • Arrival in Malaysia and the return or onward journey.
  • Flight number, arrival date and departure date.
04

Hotel / Accommodation Booking

  • Hotel name, address, city and booking details.
  • If staying with family or friends, provide the applicable residential address in Malaysia.
05

Contact Details

  • Mobile number, email address and current residential address.
06

Travel Details

  • Date of arrival and date of departure.
  • Mode of travel, port or airport of arrival, flight number and last port of embarkation.
07

Sufficient Funds

  • Travellers should be able to demonstrate sufficient funds for their stay if requested by Malaysian Immigration.

Information required to complete your MDAC

Please keep the following information ready before we submit your arrival card.

Personal information

  • Full Name as per Passport
  • Passport Number
  • Nationality
  • Date of Birth
  • Gender
  • Passport Expiry Date
  • Email Address
  • Mobile Number

Travel information

  • Date of Arrival in Malaysia
  • Date of Departure from Malaysia
  • Mode of Travel
  • Flight / Transportation Number
  • Last Port of Embarkation
  • Accommodation Type
  • Address in Malaysia
  • State and City

Documents to keep ready while travelling

  • Valid Passport
  • MDAC Registration / Confirmation
  • Confirmed Return or Onward Flight Ticket
  • Hotel / Accommodation Confirmation
  • Travel Itinerary
  • Evidence of Sufficient Funds, if requested
  • Any additional supporting documents relevant to the trip

Final entry into Malaysia remains subject to Malaysian Immigration clearance at the port of entry.

Simple Malaysia MDAC process

01

Apply Online

Click Apply Now and submit your passport and travel details.

02

Share Documents

Provide your passport, flight and accommodation details.

03

Details Verification

Our team reviews the information to help identify errors or inconsistencies before submission.

04

MDAC Submission

Your Malaysia Digital Arrival Card details are prepared and submitted as applicable.

05

Travel to Malaysia

Keep your passport, MDAC details and supporting travel documents ready for immigration.

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Share your passport and travel details and our team takes it from there.

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Why choose Visadesk Global?

Hassle-Free Assistance

Get professional support throughout your Malaysia travel documentation process.

Document Verification

Our team reviews the details before processing to reduce avoidable errors.

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Get assistance with visa documentation, flights, hotels and travel requirements.

Explore Malaysia

Top destinations to visit in Malaysia

From the skyline of Kuala Lumpur and the beaches of Langkawi to heritage streets, cool highlands and the rainforests of Borneo — plan the trip, and we will help with the travel documentation.

Langkawi beaches at golden hour with limestone islands

Langkawi

Island beaches, mangrove cruises and duty-free shopping across a relaxed archipelago.

Colourful heritage shophouse street in George Town, Penang

Penang

Heritage streets, street art and one of Asia's most loved food cultures in George Town.

Misty tea plantation hills in the Malaysian highlands at dawn

Cameron Highlands

Cool mountain air, tea plantations and easy nature trails a few hours from the capital.

Petronas Twin Towers and the Kuala Lumpur skyline at dusk

Kuala Lumpur

The Twin Towers, KLCC park, night markets and shopping in the heart of the capital.

Colourful staircase leading to a limestone cave temple near Kuala Lumpur

Batu Caves

A dramatic limestone cave temple with a rainbow staircase, a short trip from the city.

Painted heritage houses along the Malacca river with a tourist boat

Malacca (Melaka)

A UNESCO-listed old town of painted shophouses, riverside cafés and colonial history.

Genting Highlands resort above the clouds with a cable car

Genting Highlands

Cool hilltop air, cable car rides, theme parks and family entertainment above the clouds.

Turquoise water and white sand beach with a longtail boat in Malaysia

Perhentian Islands

Clear turquoise water, snorkelling and quiet island beaches on the east coast.

Misty rainforest and river in Borneo, Sabah Malaysia

Borneo (Sabah & Sarawak)

Rainforest river safaris, wildlife sanctuaries and Mount Kinabalu on Malaysian Borneo.

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Malaysia is calling!

Get assistance with your Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) today.

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Malaysia MDAC — frequently asked questions

Important disclaimer

The Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) is not a visa and does not itself guarantee entry into Malaysia.

Visa exemptions, permitted duration of stay, MDAC requirements and other immigration rules are determined by the Government of Malaysia and may change from time to time.

Indian citizens are currently listed by the Malaysian Immigration Department as visa-exempt until 31 December 2026. Travellers should verify the latest immigration requirements before departure.

Final admission and the permitted duration of stay are determined by Malaysian Immigration authorities at the port of entry.

Visadesk Global provides travel documentation and application assistance and does not represent or guarantee decisions made by Malaysian immigration authorities.