Every person entering Malaysia must possess a valid national Passport or internationally recognized Travel Document which is legitimate for travel to Malaysia, with validity of at least six months from the date of entry into Malaysia. A visitor is also required to present proof of his financial ability to finance his/her stay in Malaysia together with a confirmed return ticket to another destination. A valid passport (and visa if applicable) is also required for travel between Peninsular Malaysia and the East Malaysian states of Sabah and Sarawak, and when traveling between Sabah and Sarawak.

Visa Requirements

Nationals of many countries do not require a visa to enter Malaysia for short stays. Nationals of the UK and many Commonwealth countries do not need a visa to enter Malaysia, and no visa is required for US citizens visiting Malaysia for social, business or academic purposes (except for employment).

Full details of visa requirements for different nationals are provided on the Immigration Department of Malaysia's website at http://www.imi.gov.my