Canada
Malaysia
Malaysia visa for Canadian citizens
Entry requirement
Canadian citizens do not need a visa for Malaysia: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at kln.gov.my
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Malaysian citizens travelling to Canada
MalaysiaCanada Visa required Canada visa for citizens of Malaysia
Travel advice for Malaysia
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
For a trip from Canada to Malaysia, the published travel advice reads as follows: the US State Department rates Malaysia at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 21 February 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all but essential travel to parts of Malaysia (updated 19 March 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Malaysia (updated 16 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long Canadian citizens can stay in Malaysia
Canadian citizens may stay in Malaysia for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Malaysia.
Malaysia’s neighbours for Canadian citizens
Brunei and Thailand admit Canadian citizens visa-free.
Malaysian citizens travelling to Canada
Malaysian citizens need a visa for Canada, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Malaysia?
Canadian citizens do not need a visa for Malaysia: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can Canadian citizens stay in Malaysia?
Canadian citizens can stay in Malaysia for up to 90 days.
Do Malaysian citizens need a visa for Canada?
Malaysian citizens need a visa for Canada, obtained before travel.
Can Canadian citizens enter Malaysia visa-free?
Yes, Canadian citizens can enter Malaysia without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.