Malaysia visa requirements for Indonesians

Travel and visa requirements

Malaysian Visa is not required for Indonesians

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Malaysia is the 66th largest country by land area and it has land borders with Thailand in West Malaysia, and Indonesia and Brunei in East Malaysia.
  • Indonesia citizens can travel to Malaysia for up to 30 days without a visa.
  • Visitors are required to possess a passport with a validity of at least another 6 months from the date of arrival.
  • Visitors should note that the name on their required travel documents must correspond to the name on their passport.
  • Singaporean with the intention of staying longer than 30 days are required to prove that they have sufficient funds (at least $500 USD, 6042500 Rupiah or 1644.622 

  • Ringgit) to cover their stay in Malaysia past 30 days.
  • Visitors below the age of 15 can be listed on the accompanying adult’s passport and will be required to show a birth certificate, so it is best to have it with you.
  • No certificate of vaccination is required from Indonesia citizens to visit Malaysia.
  • Indonesians are allowed free export of moderate amounts of tobacco products and alcoholic drinks into Malaysia.
  • Intending visitors in a late stage of pregnancy (six months or more) will not be permitted into country.
  • Intending visitors are required to pay an airport tax at the charge of MYR 45.
  • All travellers to Malaysia are required to fill a health declaration form handed over by the airlines during the flight, due to the outbreak of swine flu.
  • Visitors are permitted to have Currencies up to the equivalent on of $10,000 entry and at departure
  • Direct flight from Malaysia to Indonesia has a duration of 2 hours 17 minutes.
  • Take note that between Jakarta, Indonesia and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, there is a 1 hour time difference, beware of this on your way there and on your return flight.
  • The Malaysia 'My Second Home programme' that allows foreigners to live in the country on a long-stay visa for up to 10 years has made Malaysia listed as one of the best places to retire.
  • Malaysia has the highest numbers of women working in the banking industry.
  • In total, Malaysia has 7 international ports, the major one being the Port Klang. 
  • The power plugs and sockets are of type G while the standard voltage is 240 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz in Malaysia.
  • Air Asia, Malindo Air, Lion air, Kuwait Airways, firefly, Lufthansa are some of the major carrier from Indonesia to Malaysia.
  • The Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) is the currency use in Malaysia and the inhabitants of Malaysia are referred to as Malaysian.
  • In Malaysia, the dialling code is 60 and the top level internet domain for Malaysian sites is .my.
  • Kuala Lumpur is Malaysia's capital city and also the political centre, which is considered a Constitutional Monarchy, and home to its Ceremonial head of state.
  • Malaysia official and national language is "Malaysian", a standardised form of the Malay language alongside the English language.
  • Some of the famous sport in Malaysia are, Association football, badminton, field hockey, bowls, tennis, squash, martial arts, horse riding, sailing and skateboarding.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the electricity supply rating of Malaysia?

Malaysia’s electrical supply is 220 - 240 volts A C at 50 cycles per second, the power plugs and sockets are of type G.



What are the medical services available in Malaysia?

Medical services are available in all towns at government run hospitals and private clinics. Also non-prescription drugs are available at pharmacies, supermarkets, hotels, and shopping centres. 


Will I be charged airport tax??

An airport tax of MYR 45 will be charged upon departure for all domestic and international flight passengers.


What is the procedure if I want to bring pets into Malaysia?

It is advisable to contact the Malaysian diplomatic mission nearest to you for up-to-date information concerning the importation of pets from your Indonesia.