You must complete a Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) before arrival in Malaysia. The MDAC must be submitted through the Malaysian Immigration website. Travellers registering to use the MDAC will receive an email acknowledgment containing a link and a pin number to view their visit pass online after they pass through the auto gate. Travellers who use the auto gate to enter Malaysia will need to be able to take and keep a snapshot of their visit pass on their phone and present this visit pass if requested by Malaysian authorities (see ‘travel’).
Malaysian law requires that you carry identification, such as your passport or a Malaysian Immigration Issued Card (IKAD), with you at all times and electronic evidence of the visa entry if you entered via auto gates. If you are asked by police and you are unable to provide this evidence, you may be detained until you can present it (see ‘local laws’).
There’s a risk of terrorism in Malaysia. Be vigilant in public places and follow the advice of local authorities (see ‘Safety’).
We advise:
Exercise normal safety precautions in Malaysia.
Higher levels apply in some areas.
