Malaysia for Japanese citizens
No. A visa isn't needed for social or business visits of up to 90 days. Japanese citizens also need: Malaysia Digital Arrival Card. Coming home: Visit Japan Web customs declaration.
Checked against official sources 3 October 2026
Everything Japanese citizens need
- Not neededNone
Visa
Stays of up to 90 days
Not needed for social or business visits of up to 90 days.
- RequiredFree
Malaysia Digital Arrival Card
Within 3 days before you arrive in Malaysia.
Malaysia's free digital arrival card. Every foreign visitor needs their own. Show your MDAC registration and passport at the immigration counter.
- RequiredNone
Passport
At least 6 months from arrival
Your passport should have at least 6 months' validity when you arrive in Malaysia.
Coming home
- RecommendedFree
Visit Japan Web customs declaration
Before you land
Japanese citizens coming home can use Visit Japan Web for the customs declaration and skip the paper form.
Questions
Do Japanese citizens need a visa for Malaysia?
No. A visa isn't needed for social or business visits of up to 90 days.
What forms do Japanese citizens need for Malaysia?
Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (Free): Within 3 days before you arrive in Malaysia.
How much does it cost Japanese citizens to enter Malaysia?
Nothing: every form on this list is free on its official site.
Do children need them too?
Every foreign traveller needs their own MDAC, including children.
How long does my passport need to be valid?
Your passport should have at least 6 months' validity when you arrive in Malaysia.
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