This page provides information on how to check the status of your Malaysian Visit Pass or visa. Understanding your visa status is essential for legal stay in Malaysia and to avoid any immigration issues.
This page only provides information on how to check the status of your Malaysian Visit Pass or visa. The actual action must be done at the official website of the Malaysian Immigration Department.
Official website: https://www.imi.gov.my/index.php/en/
Issued to tourists and those visiting Malaysia for social purposes. Validity ranges from 30 days to 90 days depending on nationality.
Issued to those visiting Malaysia for business meetings, conferences, or short-term business activities. Usually valid for up to 30 days.
Issued to foreign students studying at Malaysian educational institutions. Valid for the duration of the study program.
Issued to foreign nationals working in Malaysia. Usually valid for 1-5 years depending on the contract and position.
A long-term Visit Pass for those participating in the MM2H program. Valid for 10 years and renewable.
Issued to those visiting Malaysia for medical treatment. Validity depends on the treatment duration.
To check your Visit Pass status online:
To check your Visit Pass status in person:
When you enter Malaysia, your Visit Pass details are typically stamped in your passport. Here's what to look for:
It's important to note that overstaying your Visit Pass can result in fines, detention, deportation, and potential bans from re-entering Malaysia in the future.
If you need to extend your stay in Malaysia beyond your current Visit Pass validity, you should:
Important: Extension approval is at the discretion of the Malaysian Immigration Department and is not guaranteed. It's recommended to apply for an extension at least 7 days before your current pass expires.
A visa is a pre-entry permission to enter Malaysia, which some nationalities need to obtain before traveling. A Visit Pass is the actual permission to stay in Malaysia, which is issued upon arrival at the immigration checkpoint. Some nationalities receive a Visit Pass on arrival without needing a visa, while others must obtain a visa first.
In general, converting from a Tourist Visit Pass to another type of pass (such as an employment pass or student pass) while in Malaysia is not encouraged. The Malaysian Immigration Department typically requires you to exit the country and apply for the appropriate pass from your home country. However, there are some exceptions in certain circumstances, which would need to be discussed with the Immigration Department.
Overstaying your Visit Pass in Malaysia is a serious immigration offense. Penalties may include:
If you've overstayed, you should regularize your status by visiting the nearest Immigration Department office as soon as possible.
Don't forget to submit your Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) before your trip.
Learn How to Submit MDAC