Maldives
Malaysia
Malaysia visa for Maldivian citizens
Entry requirement
No visa is needed by Maldivian citizens for Malaysia, for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Malaysian citizens travelling to the Maldives
MalaysiaMaldives Visa on arrival Maldives 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.
Before travelling from the Maldives to Malaysia, it helps to know the official travel advice: 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 Maldivian citizens can stay in Malaysia
Maldivian citizens may stay in Malaysia for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Malaysia.
Malaysia’s neighbours for Maldivian citizens
Brunei and Thailand admit Maldivian citizens visa-free.
Malaysian citizens travelling to the Maldives
Malaysian citizens can get a visa on arrival in the Maldives, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Maldivian citizens need a visa for Malaysia?
No visa is needed by Maldivian citizens for Malaysia, for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Maldivian citizens stay in Malaysia?
Maldivian citizens can stay in Malaysia for up to 90 days.
Do Malaysian citizens need a visa for the Maldives?
Malaysian citizens can get a visa on arrival in the Maldives, valid for stays of up to 30 days.
Can Maldivian citizens enter Malaysia visa-free?
Yes, Maldivian 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.