United Arab Emirates
Malaysia
Malaysia visa for Emirati citizens
Entry requirement
Malaysia admits Emirati citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at kln.gov.my
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Malaysian citizens travelling to the United Arab Emirates
MalaysiaUnited Arab Emirates Visa-free, 30 days United Arab Emirates 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.
Emirati citizens planning a trip to Malaysia can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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 Emirati citizens can stay in Malaysia
Emirati citizens may stay in Malaysia for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Malaysia.
Malaysia’s neighbours for Emirati citizens
Brunei and Thailand admit Emirati citizens visa-free.
Malaysian citizens travelling to the United Arab Emirates
Malaysian citizens do not need a visa for the United Arab Emirates: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free. The rule is the same in both directions between the United Arab Emirates and Malaysia.
Frequently asked questions
Do Emirati citizens need a visa for Malaysia?
Malaysia admits Emirati citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Emirati citizens stay in Malaysia?
Emirati citizens can stay in Malaysia for up to 90 days.
Do Malaysian citizens need a visa for the United Arab Emirates?
Malaysian citizens do not need a visa for the United Arab Emirates: stays of up to 30 days are visa-free.
Can Emirati citizens enter Malaysia visa-free?
Yes, Emirati citizens can enter Malaysia without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.