Who requires a visa?
Most visitors do not require a visa to enter Malaysia if the period is less than 1 month and the purpose of the visit is business or social (see below for more detailed requirements). However, visas are required at all times by nationals of the following countries: Afghanistan, Angola, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central African Republic, China (PR), Congo (Rep), Congo (Dem Rep), Côte D’Ivoire, Djibouti, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Ghana, Guinea-Bissau, India, Liberia, Mali, Myanmar, Mozambique, Nepal, Niger, Nigeria, Pakistan, Rwanda, Sri Lanka, Taiwan and Western Sahara (nationals of these countries may be granted visa relaxation for transit through Malaysia, for less than 5 days, via a Malaysian international airport, if in possession of confirmed onward airline tickets to a third country before arriving). British Overseas Citizens also require a visa.

Visas are not required by the following for social or business visits:
(a) 1. nationals of EU countries for stays of up to 3 months (except nationals of Ireland for stays of up to 2 months and Greece and Portugal for stays of up to 1 month);
(b) 2. nationals of Commonwealth countries (except nationals of those countries mentioned above who do require a visa) for stays of up to 1 month; nationals of Australia, Canada, New Zealand and South Africa for up to 3 months.
(c) 3. nationals of Albania, Algeria, Argentina, Bahrain, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Brazil, Croatia, Cuba, Czech Republic, Egypt, Hungary, Iceland, Japan, Jordan, Korea (Rep), Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Liechtenstein, Morocco, Norway, Oman, Peru, Poland, Qatar, Romania, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Slovakia, Switzerland, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, United Arab Emirates, Uruguay, USA and Yemen for stays of up to 3 months;
(d) nationals of Iran, Iraq, Libya, Palestine, Syria and holders of a Portuguese Certificate of Identity or a Macao Travel Permit for stays of up to 14 days;
(e) nationals of all countries other than those mentioned above for stays of up to 1 month;
(f) travellers on transit to another country, for less than 5 days, with a confirmed ticket via a Malaysian airport.

Note: Nationals of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka must apply for a visa from the consulate, embassy or Malaysian Immigration Department in their countries of residence. Visitors intending to stay longer than the granted period should write to the Immigration Department at the Malaysian High Commission in the country in which they are applying.
Restricted entry: Nationals of Israel and Serbia and Montenegro (unless in transit and staying inside the airport). Foreign women who are at least 6 months pregnant (unless in transit) and those of scruffy appearance may be denied entry.

What documents will be required?
A valid passport or other travel documents recognised by the Malaysian government required by all. The former must have enough pages for the embarkation stamp upon arrival and be valid for at least 6 months at date of entry. The latter should be endorsed with a valid re-entry permit.

Note: All visitors must also have proof of adequate funds and an onward or return sea or air ticket.
Application and enquiries to: Malaysian High Commission; see Contact Addresses section.

Application requirements: (a) Passport valid for at least 6 months. (b) Two passport-size photos. (c) Fee (payable in cash or postal order only). (d) Two completed and signed application forms (at a charge of £0.25 each). (e) Proof of sufficient funds (including original and photocopy of most recent bank statement). (f) Onward or return ticket or travel itinerary from travel agent. (g) Compulsory yellow fever vaccination certificate for all visitors coming from infected areas as listed by WHO. (h) Letter of introduction (and copy) from applicant’s employer, college or university.

Time required to issue visa:

Same day – morning submission of the application (0900-1200) and afternoon collection (1530).


What is the cost of a visa?
Social: single- and multiple-entry visa prices are flat-rate fees of £10, except for Indian passports, in which case the multiple-entry fee is £20. Prices are subject to change. Enquire at the Malaysian High Commission for details.



How long is the visa valid for?
The permitted length of stay is entered on the visa at the time of issue and is at the discretion of the issuer. Normally 1 to 3 months from date of issue. Extensions are possible. Enquire at the Malaysian High Commission for further details.

Other information: 
Temporary residence (Special pass for employment): Those wishing to take up employment should apply for a job in advance. Their prospective employers should then apply on their behalf for a Professional or Employment Pass by contacting the Malaysian Immigration Head Office, Block I, Pusat Bandar Damansara, Bukit Damansutra, 50550 Kuala Lumpur (tel: (3) 2094 5096; fax: (3) 2093 9092). For further details contact the Malaysian High Commission (see Contact Addresses section).

Who requires a visa?
Required only by the following:
(a)* nationals of Afghanistan, Algeria, Bangladesh, Cambodia, China (PR), CIS, Egypt, India, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Laos, Lebanon, Libya, Myanmar, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, Tunisia, Vietnam, Yemen and holders of Palestinian Authority passports;
(b) those holding Refugee Travel Documents issued by Middle Eastern countries;
(c) those holding Hong Kong Document of Identity cards and holders of a Macau SAR Travel Permit.
* All countries mentioned in (a), except China (PR), Cambodia, CIS, India, Laos, Macau (SAR), Myanmar and Vietnam require a letter from a local sponsor (Singapore registered company, citizen or permanent resident) bearing responsibility for the visitor’s stay.

1. All other nationals require a Social Visit Pass, which is issued on arrival (at the discretion of the Immigration Officer) provided the traveller holds a passport valid for 6 months beyond date of departure, confirmed onward or return travel documentation, and sufficient funds to cover expenses for the duration of stay. For nationals holding British and Irish passports, the maximum length of stay is 30 days, for other nationals the maximum length of stay is 14 days. Visitors on a Social Visit Pass are not permitted to work in Singapore. For stays over 3 months, applications must be made for a Long Term Social Visit Pass, for which a local sponsor (such as a Singapore national or organisation) is required. The maximum extension is 90 days per 12 months. To acquire an extension, the immigration authorities in Singapore should be contacted. The price of the extension is subject to the immigration officer’s discretion.


What documents will be required?
Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond date of departure required by all.
Application to: Consulate (or Consular section at High Commission or Embassy); see Contact Addresses section.

Application requirements: For Social Visit Pass: (a) Valid passport and photocopies of data pages. (b) Valid travel documents including an onward or return ticket. (c) Sufficient funds. (d) Two passport-size photos. (e) Two completed application forms. (f) Yellow fever vaccination certificate if passing through or coming from an endemic zone within 6 days of arriving in Singapore. (g) Local sponsor’s ID card. For Student Pass: (a) Valid passport. (b) Valid travel documents including an onward or return ticket. (c) Sufficient funds. (d) Two passport-size photos. (e) Form or letter from college/university in Singapore. (f) Three completed application forms. (g) Yellow fever vaccination certificate if passing through or coming from an endemic zone within 6 days of arriving in Singapore. (h) Local sponsor’s ID card, with photocopy, except for those in Institutes of Higher Learning. (i) Birth certificate. (j) Certified copies of highest educational certificates and results. For Professional Visit Pass: (a) Valid travel documents (photocopy of passport will suffice). (b) One passport-size photo. (c) A letter from sponsoring company. (d) Two completed application forms. (f) Yellow fever vaccination certificate if passing through or coming from an endemic zone within 6 days of arriving in Singapore. For Visa: (a) Valid passport. (b) Two completed application forms. (c) Two passport-size photos. (d) Two copies of letter stating purpose for visit. (e) Two copies of a letter from local sponsor in Singapore. (f) Yellow fever vaccination certificate if passing through or coming from an endemic zone within 6 days of arriving in Singapore.

Note: (a) For requirements for nationals that require visas for business etc contact Consulate (or Consular section of High Commission or Embassy). (b) Requirements may vary, expecially

Time required to issue visa:
From 4 days to 4 weeks. It is advisable to allow plenty of time.


What is the cost of a visa?
Visa, Social Visit Pass (short- or long-term; S$20), Professional Visit Pass, Student Pass and Transit. Application packs with instructions and prevailing visa costs at the time of application are obtainable from the High Commission (see Contact Addresses section).


How long is the visa valid for?
Social Visit Pass/Student Pass: Maximum of 3 months. Professional Visit Pass: Up to 6 months (at the discretion of the Singapore Immigration Department). Visa: Enquire at High Commission or Embassy.



Other information: 
Temporary residence: Apply to Consulate (or Consular section of High Commission or Embassy), who will forward application to the authorities in Singapore.


Note: (a) Women more than 24 weeks pregnant must obtain a letter from a doctor confirming that it is safe for them to travel and a Social Visit Pass for Expectant Mothers prior to arrival; apply at the High Commission or Embassy. (b) Severe penalties are imposed on those found in possession of narcotics; the death penalty is in force for those convicted of trafficking in heroin or morphine. (c) Regulations are subject to change at short notice and all visitors are therefore advised to check with the High Commission or Embassy before leaving.

Unless you specify how long you intend staying, you'll normally be stamped in for fourteen days .

Entering from anywhere other than Malaysia (with which there are no duty-free restrictions), you can bring in 1 litre each of spirits, wine and beer duty-free; duty is payable on all tobacco. Other duty-free goods in Singapore include electronic and electrical items, cosmetics, cameras, clocks, watches, jewellery, and precious stones and metals.

Extending your visa for up to three months is possible, at the discretion of the Singapore Immigration and Registration Department (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; tel 3916100). Extensions beyond three months are less common, but there's always the option of taking a bus up to Johor Bahru, across the border in Malaysia, and then coming back in again.