United States
Malaysia
US Embassy in Malaysia
1 embassy
In Malaysia, the United States has an embassy in Kuala Lumpur. The United States requires Malaysian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
US Embassy in Kuala Lumpur
The United States has its embassy in Kuala Lumpur, the capital.
United States visa for Malaysian citizens
MalaysiaUnited States Visa required United States visa for citizens of Malaysia
United StatesMalaysia Visa-free, 90 days Malaysia visa for citizens of the United States
United States visa requirements for citizens of Malaysia
- B-1/B-2 visitor visa (business / tourism)
- Transit (C visa) – brief
- Student (F/M/J) and work (H, L, O…) visas – brief
- Fee: US$185
- 4 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
The United States requires Malaysian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance. From Malaysia, the application is made at the US embassy in Kuala Lumpur or through a visa centre appointed by the United States.
Malaysia’s missions in the United States
Missions of Malaysia in the United States (3)
In return, Malaysia has 3 missions in the United States, including its embassy in Washington D.C.
Good to know
The United States in Malaysia
Worldwide, the United States has 314 missions in 179 countries; one of them is in Malaysia.
Travel to Malaysia for US citizens
US citizens do not need a visa for Malaysia: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free. In Malaysia, US citizens can turn to the US embassy for passports and emergency help.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the US embassy in Malaysia?
The US embassy is in Kuala Lumpur.
Do Malaysian citizens need a visa for the United States?
Malaysian citizens need a visa for the United States, obtained before travel.
Do US citizens need a visa for Malaysia?
US citizens do not need a visa for Malaysia: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
Does Malaysia have an embassy in the United States?
Yes, Malaysia has its embassy in Washington D.C., along with 2 other missions in the United States.