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Malaysia Digital Arrival Card

Apply for Your Malaysia Digital Arrival Card Online

Plan ahead for your trip to Malaysia with flexible MDAC processing options.

MDAC Application

Malaysia Digital Arrival Card

FAST & FLEXIBLE PROCESSING

Flying Soon? Choose Express MDAC Processing.

Choose the processing option that fits your travel plans, from standard service to our fastest Super Rush option.

MDAC Required for Many International Travellers Many visitors to Malaysia, including some visa-free travellers, need an MDAC before arrival.

  • Super Rush

    15–20 min

  • Rush

    2–3 hrs

  • Standard

    Within 24 hrs

Processing times are service targets, not guarantees of approval, clearance or entry.

About the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card

The Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) is an electronic arrival information form used by travellers entering Malaysia. It collects personal, passport and travel information for arrival purposes.

Our website focuses on Malaysia Digital Arrival Card application assistance, with information presented clearly to help travellers prepare their details.

Who Should Check MDAC Requirements?

MDAC requirements can depend on a traveller’s circumstances and the rules in effect at the time of travel. It is important to establish whether the requirement applies to your particular journey, and to confirm the current requirements before making travel arrangements.

Travellers Planning a Visit

Travellers visiting Malaysia for tourism, business, study, employment or other purposes should confirm which arrival formalities apply to their circumstances.

Travellers With Special Travel Arrangements

Travellers using special travel documents, border arrangements, transit itineraries or other entry arrangements should check the requirements applicable to their situation.

Nationality, travel document type and journey circumstances may affect the applicable requirements. Do not assume that one rule applies to every traveller.

New to the MDAC? Start with the Overview.

What to Prepare Before Starting

Having your travel information available before you begin can help you complete the form more carefully.

These are preparation suggestions, not a statement that every item is required for the MDAC.

Passport Information

Have the passport you intend to travel with available so you can refer to its identifying details.
  • Passport number
  • Country of issue
  • Passport expiry date

Personal Information

Prepare the personal details shown in your travel documents.
  • Full name
  • Date of birth
  • Nationality
  • Other personal information requested by the applicable form

Contact Information

Keep accurate contact information available for the application process.
  • Email address
  • Contact telephone number
  • Applicable country or dialing code

Journey Information

Gather information about your intended journey to Malaysia.
  • Expected arrival date
  • Intended departure date, where applicable
  • Flight or other transportation details
  • Country or place of departure, where requested
  • Intended arrival location

Accommodation Information

Prepare the details of where you expect to stay during your visit.
  • Hotel or accommodation name, if applicable
  • Accommodation address
  • City or location in Malaysia
  • Other stay information requested by the applicable form

Visit Information

Keep relevant information about the purpose and duration of your visit available.
  • Purpose of travel
  • Planned length of stay
  • Additional visit details, if requested

Preparing for Different Travel Situations

Travelling With Family

Travelling with family members or children? Organise each traveller's passport and journey information separately so the details are easy to check.

Arriving by Air, Land or Sea

Keep the transport and arrival details for your intended journey available. The information relevant to your trip may depend on your travel arrangements.

If Your Travel Plans Change

If your travel dates, transport or accommodation plans change, review the information you have prepared before using it.

Understanding the MDAC Application Process

A general overview of the stages involved in preparing your MDAC information.

  1. Prepare Your Travel Details

    Gather the information relevant to your journey before starting.

  2. Complete the Requested Fields

    Enter the requested details carefully, using your travel documents for reference.

  3. Review Before Proceeding

    Read through the completed information and correct any differences you notice.

A step-by-step guide to preparing your details is on the How to Apply for MDAC page.

Explore MDAC Information by Country

Browse countries and territories to find relevant travel information as dedicated country guides become available.

Country and Territory Information

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Who Is Exempt from MDAC?

Malaysian citizens, Singaporean citizens, Malaysian permanent residents, and eligible Malaysian long-term pass holders generally do not need to submit an MDAC. Certain other travel-document exemptions may also apply.

General travel information only. MDAC requirements may vary by nationality, travel document and individual circumstances.

Before You Submit

Small differences between your application details and travel documents can cause confusion. Take a moment to check the spelling of your name, passport information, travel dates and contact details.

Make sure the information reflects your current travel plans. If your details change, review the relevant information before proceeding.

How Our MDAC Assistance Service Is Designed to Help

Our service is designed around your travel plans, whether you're preparing early, travelling with family or arranging a last-minute trip.

  • Apply Ahead of Your Trip

    Designed so you can provide your application details weeks or months before your planned journey.

  • Family & Group Applications

    Up to 10 travellers in one group application: shared travel details entered once where they apply, individual passport details for each traveller and one combined payment.

  • Flexible Processing Options

    Standard, Rush and Super Rush processing options suit different travel schedules.

  • Plans Changed? Update Requests

    If your arrival date changes before onward submission, the service is designed to let you request an update. Support contact details will be published when available.

Want to prepare now? Read our MDAC travel guides or the frequently asked questions.

Prepare for Your Arrival in Malaysia

Review your travel information and get ready for your Malaysia Digital Arrival Card application.

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