China
Malaysia
Malaysia visa for Chinese citizens
Entry requirement
Chinese citizens do not need a visa for Malaysia: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 30 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 China
MalaysiaChina Visa-free, 30 days China 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 China 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).
Good to know
How long Chinese citizens can stay in Malaysia
Chinese citizens may stay in Malaysia for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Malaysia.
Malaysia’s neighbours for Chinese citizens
Brunei and Thailand admit Chinese citizens visa-free.
Malaysian citizens travelling to China
Malaysian citizens do not need a visa for China: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free. The rule is the same in both directions between China and Malaysia.
Frequently asked questions
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Malaysia?
Chinese citizens do not need a visa for Malaysia: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
How long can Chinese citizens stay in Malaysia?
Chinese citizens can stay in Malaysia for up to 30 days.
Do Malaysian citizens need a visa for China?
Malaysian citizens do not need a visa for China: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
Can Chinese citizens enter Malaysia visa-free?
Yes, Chinese citizens can enter Malaysia without a visa and stay for up to 30 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.