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Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) 2026: free official form, 3 days before
Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC)
Most foreign visitors must submit the free Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) within 3 days before arrival. Singapore citizens and a few other groups are exempt; Koreans are not.
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Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC)
- Who
- Foreign visitors. Exempt: all Singapore citizens, diplomatic/official passport holders, Malaysian PR and long-term pass holders, Brunei GCI and Brunei–Malaysia Frequent Traveller Facility holders, Thai Border Pass and Indonesian PLB holders.
- When
- Within 3 days before arrival (mandatory since 1 January 2024).
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- One submission per arrival.
Steps
- Open imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac/main and choose 'REGISTER'.
- Enter passport and personal details.
- Enter arrival date, flight and accommodation in Malaysia.
- Submit and keep the confirmation sent to your email.
- Use 'CHECK REGISTRATION' if you need to confirm or retrieve it.
Have ready
- Passport
- Flight number and arrival date
- Accommodation address
- Email address
Watch out
- Use only the imi.gov.my domain; many lookalike 'MDAC' sites exist.
- Cash or bearer instruments over USD 10,000 equivalent must be declared to customs.
- You cannot carry Malaysian ringgit over USD 10,000 equivalent without Bank Negara Malaysia permission.
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FAQ
Who does not need an MDAC?
All Singapore citizens, diplomatic/official passport holders, Malaysian PR and long-term pass holders, and certain border-pass holders.
Is MDAC free?
Yes, on the Immigration Department's official site.
How long can Koreans stay?
Up to 90 days visa-free for tourism.