How to get a Malaysia visa from Rwanda

• The Malaysia visit visa is issued to individuals who want to go to Malaysia for a short period.
• People that want to travel for tourism, business or family visitations are those who can apply for this visa.
• It is issued as either a single or multiple entry visa. The single-entry visa is valid for a maximum of 30 days and allows only one entry into Malaysia.
• You would be required to apply for a new visa if you leave Malaysia before the departure date stated on the single-entry visa and you want to re-enter.
• The multiple-entry visa is valid for more than 30 days and allows as many entries as possible within the validity period.
• Applicants of this visa are given a social visa pass stamp on their passport to show that they are allowed to enter Malaysia.
• Visas issued with the social visa pass stamp are called visas without reference.
• Applicants are expected to have sufficient funds on arrival in Malaysia. This serves as proof that they can maintain themselves in Malaysia.
• The immigration counter at the entry point has the absolute authority to decide whether or not travelers can enter Malaysia. Permission to enter and remain in Malaysia is at the decision and discretion of the Malaysian Immigration Department.
• Applicants are also allowed to extend their stay in Malaysia.
• Immigration officials will place an entry stamp (social visit pass) in your passport authorizing a stay of up to 90 days.
• If you overstay your visa, you will not be allowed to exit Malaysia until you resolve the overstay with the Immigration Department of Malaysia.

• This visa is issued to foreigners who want to study in Malaysia.
• All travel documents must be completed for the application.
• Student visas for Malaysia are part of the Visa with Reference types that need inquiry before they are applied for. Inquiries are made by the Immigration Department of Malaysia.
• Applicants are required to submit the Offer / Acceptance letter from the educational institute where they plan to pursue their education.
• Students who wish to transfer to a university/college need a release letter from their previously attended university/college, as well as their attendance reports and academic performance reports.
• A copy of all the performance records would be requested for as well.

• Work permits are issued for foreign nationals who intend to work in Malaysia.
• These permits are valid for a period between 6 months to 5 years.
• Work permits can be in the form of either long-duration employment passes, temporary employment passes or professional visit passes granted to foreigners.
• A passport valid for at least 6 months after entry into Malaysia, with at least three blank pages is required.
• An offer letter, acceptance letter or employment contract would be needed as proof of employment in the country.
• A Letter of Approval from the Ministry of Home Affairs in Malaysia is also required.
• An approved medical report of the applicant should be submitted with other documents.
• Applicants can attach a Letter of Recommendation from a relevant company/agency in Malaysia. Documents relating to the applicant's sponsor should also be submitted.
• Copies of the applicant’s educational certificates and CV would also be requested for.

Food is very cheap in Malaysia and you will find a large variety of food in the country. Public transport in Malaysia is widely available and very easy to use. From monorails to buses and trains, you can find them in the bigger cities or take buses between towns.

Malaysia’s temperature stays quite consistent around 27 degrees Celsius with some places reporting colder or warmer temperatures. You are advised to bring a rain jacket and a waterproof bag to protect your gear and valuables during rainfalls.

You will easily find Wifi available at hostels, hotels, guesthouses, malls, cafes, shopping malls, and airports. You can also buy a sim card which often costs 20 – 50 MYR depending on the provider and data plan you choose.

The official language for Malaysia is Bahasa Malaysia. However, most people in Malaysia speak English.