Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC)
Most foreign visitors; Singapore citizens and certain pass holders exempt.
- 1Fill the form5 short steps, 5-8 minutes
- 2Pay onlineCard or UPI, total shown first
- 3We check & submitErrors caught before filing
- 4Get your resultEmail and WhatsApp updates
1Overview
The Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) is a mandatory digital declaration for foreign travellers, run by the Immigration Department of Malaysia. It is not a visa.
It records your arrival but does not grant entry or set your stay length; immigration decides that at the counter. A valid card is a precondition for using the autogates.
Who needs it
- Needed by almost all foreign visitors, including those from visa-exempt countries such as the US, UK, Australia and EU nations; each traveller, including infants, needs their own.
- Exempt: Singapore citizens; diplomatic and official passport holders; Malaysian permanent residents and Long Term Pass holders; Brunei GBC holders; Thailand Border Pass holders; Indonesia Cross Border Travel Document holders.
- If your nationality needs a visa, you still need one in addition to the MDAC.
2Requirements
- PassportValid for at least 6 months beyond your stay.
- Flight detailsArrival mode, flight, vessel or transport number and last port before Malaysia.
- Accommodation detailsWhere you will stay.
- Email addressA valid email address.
Important to know
- Denials are rare and usually caused by typos in the passport number or expiry date.
- The card is checked against your passport at immigration.
- If you forget to submit, you may have to complete it on your phone at the airport, causing delays.
3How to apply with Ok E-visa
- Fill in the formA few short steps: your passport, traveller and trip details, plus the documents listed above. Choose your option and processing speed.
- Pay onlineYou go straight to a secure payment page. The total in US dollars is shown before you pay.
- We check and submitOur team reviews your details for common errors and submits the application.
- Receive your resultA confirmation PDF is emailed; there is no sticker or physical document.
4Timing and speed
The form takes about 3 minutes on average.
Processing speeds
You choose your speed at the last step of the form, where your exact total is shown. Times are estimates, not guaranteed; the authority makes the final decision.
5Fees
Our price covers our service fee, review, submission and support. If the government charges its own fee for this document, we tell you the exact amount before you pay.
Your exact total, in US dollars, is shown at the last step of the form before you pay. You may also apply directly on the official portal (Immigration Department of Malaysia official portal) at no service charge.
6After approval
- A confirmation PDF is emailed; there is no sticker or physical document.
- Keep a digital copy, ideally offline, or print it, and present it with your passport at immigration.
- Each new entry needs a new registration.
- The official portal offers no way to correct a submission once filed.
?Questions about Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC)
Do I need an MDAC if I do not need a visa?
Yes, it is mandatory for almost all visitors and separate from visa status.
Who is exempt?
Singapore citizens, diplomatic and official passport holders, Malaysian PRs and Long Term Pass holders, and certain border pass holders.
How do I receive it?
As a confirmation PDF by email.
How long can I stay?
The MDAC is not a stay permit; stay follows your visa-free allowance or visa.
When should I apply?
Within 3 days before arrival.
Do children need one?
Yes, each child; parents can complete it for them.
Can I reuse it?
No, it is single entry.
What if I forget to submit?
You may need to complete it at the airport on your phone, which can delay you.
How long does the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) take?
Processing: as fast as 15 minutes. Timelines are set by the authority and can change, so we update you as your application moves.
Can I apply directly instead of using Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) help?
Yes. We are a private assistance service, not a government website. You can apply on the official portal at no service charge. Our fee covers review, submission and tracking.
Does the price include the government fee?
Our price covers our service fee, review, submission and support. If the government charges its own fee for this document, we tell you the exact amount before you pay.
What if I make a mistake on the form?
Tell us as soon as you notice. Whether a correction is possible depends on the official portal and on whether the application was already submitted. Some fields, such as name and passport number, often cannot be edited after submission.
✓Why apply with Ok E-visa
This page is a plain-language summary to help you prepare. Entry rules change, so always confirm the latest requirements on the official government website. Ok E-visa is a private assistance service and is not a government website.
