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Do Filipino Citizens Need a Visa for Malaysia?

Checked October 19, 2026 · Filipino ordinary passport · tourism and short visits

Short answer

No visa needed · 30 days

Filipino citizens can visit Malaysia without a visa for up to 30 days for tourism or short business trips.

How to enter

All visitors must submit the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) online within 3 days before arrival.

Visitors who need a visa can apply for a tourist eVISA online.

Official website: Malaysia Immigration eVISA portal

Before you travel

  • Make sure your Filipino passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date and has blank pages.
  • Carry a return or onward ticket, your hotel booking and proof that you can pay for your stay; border officers can ask for them even when no visa is needed.
  • Check whether your airline needs to see your visa or authorization at check-in; many will refuse boarding without it.
  • Visas for work, study or long stays follow different rules from the tourist rules on this page.

Visa rules for Malaysia by passport

Pakistane-Visa
IndiaVisa-free · 30d
Bangladeshe-Visa
Nigeriae-Visa
PhilippinesVisa-free · 30d
EgyptVisa-free · 90d
United StatesVisa-free · 90d
United KingdomVisa-free · 90d

Frequently asked questions

Do Filipino citizens need a visa for Malaysia?

No visa needed. Filipino citizens can visit Malaysia without a visa for up to 30 days for tourism or short business trips.

How long can Filipino citizens stay in Malaysia?

Up to 30 days per visit without a visa.

Where do Filipino citizens apply for a Malaysia visa?

Use the official website: Malaysia Immigration eVISA portal (malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my). Avoid unofficial sites that charge extra service fees.

How many countries can Filipino passport holders visit without a visa?

Filipino passport holders can visit 36 countries visa-free and 30 more with a visa on arrival or eTA.

Based on the Passport Index dataset with our verified corrections for recent rule changes, last reviewed October 19, 2026. Entry rules change often and depend on your passport, purpose of travel and onward tickets. Always confirm with the official website or embassy before you book.