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# **Malaysia Passport Visa Free Countries & Global Ranking**

Last Updated : Nov 2, 2026

**Malaysia passport **

🇲🇾

Explore visa-free travel countries for Malaysia passport holders. Check global mobility ranking, visa on arrival destinations, and visa requirements worldwide.

## Malaysia passport details

It serves as a reliable form of identification, both domestically and internationally. It is an essential travel document that allows Malaysian to travel abroad and provides them with the right to assistance from Malaysian consular officials overseas. The Malaysian passport is also a potent symbol of Malaysian nationality and the rights and privileges this carries, including the right to live and work in Malaysia.

- **Passport validity** 5 years
- **Passport price** RM 300
- **Bank Pages** 50
- **E-Passport** Available
- **Biometric** Available

[**Official Website**](https://www.imi.gov.my/portal2017/index.php/en/passport-overview.html)

## Malaysia passport ranking

The Malaysian passport is ranked 27 in the world's Powerful passports, meaning it allows visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 166 countries worldwide. The strength of a passport is often measured by the travel freedom it provides its holders. The Malaysian passport is considered one of the Powerful in the world.

**142**

visa free

**24**

visa on arrival

**37**

online visa

**33**

sticker visa

**2**

visa refused

[**Travel Freedom**](https://visalist.io/malaysia/tourist) [**Transit Freedom**](https://visalist.io/malaysia/transit) [**Nomad Freedom**](https://visalist.io/malaysia/digital-nomad)

## How to apply for Malaysia passport

- **1****Eligibility Criteria** To apply for an Malaysia passport, you must be an Malaysia citizen, either by birth or naturalisation. Dual citizens are also eligible. If you are applying for a child, you must be their parent or guardian.
- **2****Gather documents** Gather all the necessary documents required for a Malaysia passport including birth certificate / citizenship and any other supporting documents.
- **3****Copy documents** Scan all documents and print a copy of them before hand. All documents that are not in the English language, must be translated and notarized.
- **4****Fill application** Fill the application form for Malaysian passport.
- **5****Submit documents** After filling, providing the required documents and make the payment and submit your application for Malaysian passport
- **6****Application processing** Wait for approval. Applicant(s) will be informed by email of successful application(s) for Malaysian passport.
- **7****Receive passport** You will receive Malaysian passport through mail, which allows you to live and work in Malaysian.

## Malaysia visa advice

If you're considering exploring Malaysia beyond the usual transit spots, our comprehensive guide on Malaysia transit visa offers deeper insights and broader options for travelers of different nationalities. For those transiting through other countries en route to Malaysia, understanding Malaysia Transit Visa requirements is crucial to ensure a smooth journey.

## Frequently asked questions

## Countries to travel near Malaysia

[Brunei Passport](https://visalist.io/brunei/passport)

[Cambodia Passport](https://visalist.io/cambodia/passport)

[Indonesia Passport](https://visalist.io/indonesia/passport)

[Philippines Passport](https://visalist.io/philippines/passport)

[Singapore Passport](https://visalist.io/singapore/passport)

Disclaimer: The information on the site should be used as a guide only you are advised to contact your local official mission consulate embassy and ensure you have the latest information we take no responsibility

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