Malaysia visa for Australian citizens

For Australians planning a trip to Malaysia, the excellent news is that visa-free entry is granted for tourism, allowing a generous maximum stay of 90 days. This makes planning your visit remarkably straightforward and cost-free for the single tourist visa type available. You can effortlessly transition from major Australian cities like Sydney or Melbourne directly to Kuala Lumpur, with flights typically taking around 8-9 hours and immediately experiencing the shift from the southern hemisphere to Southeast Asia's tropical climate. Preparing for your visit might include converting Australian Dollars to Malaysian Ringgit, but the vibrant blend of Malay, Chinese, and Indian cultures, so distinct from Australia's, promises an unforgettable adventure.

Visa-free90d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Onward ticket
Required
Funds proof
$500 / person
Yellow fever cert.
Required

Visa options

TouristVisit Pass (Tourist – Visa‑Free, 90 days)
90d$0
TouristVisit Pass (Tourist – Visa‑Free, 30 days)
30d$0
TouristVisit Pass (Tourist – Visa‑Free, 14 days)
14d$0
TouristSingle Entry Visa (Social Visit)
30d$10valid 3mo
Apply
TouristMultiple Entry Visa (Social Visit)
30d$10multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
TransitTransit Visa
5d$10valid 3mo
Apply
TouristeVISA (Tourist)
30dmultiple-entryvalid 3mo
Apply
TouristVisa on Arrival (Tourist, 30 days)
30dvalid 1mo
BusinessVisit Pass (Short Term – Business, Visa‑Free with APEC Business Travel Card)
60d$0multiple-entry
BusinessMultiple Entry Visa (Business)
30d$10multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
StudentStudent Pass (Education – Long Term)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
FamilyGuardian Pass (Accompanying Student)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
FamilyLong Term Social Visit Pass (Spouse/Family of Malaysian or Resident)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
WorkEmployment Pass (Long Term Work)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
RetirementMalaysia My Second Home (MM2H) – Long‑Term Social Visit Pass
365dmultiple-entryvalid 10y
InvestorPremium Visa Programme (PVIP)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 20y
OtherLong‑Term Visit Pass (Other Long‑Term Stay Categories)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
OtherSpecial Visa‑Free Entry for Holders of UN or Interpol Passports
90d$0

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