Philippines
Malaysia
Malaysia visa for Filipino citizens
Entry requirement
Malaysia admits Filipino citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
- 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 the Philippines
MalaysiaPhilippines Visa-free, 30 days Philippines 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 Philippines 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Filipino citizens can stay in Malaysia
Filipino citizens may stay in Malaysia for up to 30 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Malaysia.
Malaysia’s neighbours for Filipino citizens
Brunei, Thailand and Indonesia admit Filipino citizens visa-free.
Malaysian citizens travelling to the Philippines
Malaysian citizens can visit the Philippines without a visa for up to 30 days. The rule is the same in both directions between the Philippines and Malaysia.
Frequently asked questions
Do Filipino citizens need a visa for Malaysia?
Malaysia admits Filipino citizens without a visa for stays of up to 30 days.
How long can Filipino citizens stay in Malaysia?
Filipino citizens can stay in Malaysia for up to 30 days.
Do Malaysian citizens need a visa for the Philippines?
Malaysian citizens can visit the Philippines without a visa for up to 30 days.
Can Filipino citizens enter Malaysia visa-free?
Yes, Filipino 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.