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Do Syria Citizens Need a Visa for Malaysia in 2026?

Visa FreeMaximum Stay: 90 days

Syrian citizens MUST obtain a visa prior to traveling to Malaysia. The most efficient method is applying for an electronic visa (eVisa) through the official Immigration Department portal.

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Maximum Stay90 days

Last updatedApril 17, 2026

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Step-by-Step Application Process

Register on eVisa Portal

Create an account on the official Malaysian eVisa website and start a new application.

Upload Documents

Upload a digital copy of your passport, a passport-sized photograph, and your confirmed return flight ticket.

Pay and Print

Pay the processing fee online. Once approved, print the eVisa to present at Malaysian immigration.

Required Documents

—Syrian passport valid for at least 6 months
—Recent digital passport-sized photograph
—Confirmed round-trip flight ticket
—Confirmed hotel reservation
—Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements)
—Yellow Fever vaccination certificate (if coming from a risk area)

Important Tips

•Always carry a printed copy of your eVisa; digital copies on your phone may not be accepted.
•Your bank statements should demonstrate you have at least $50 USD per day for your stay.
•Ensure your hotel booking matches the exact dates of your flight itinerary.
•Do not overstay your eVisa, as Malaysia enforces strict penalties and bans for immigration violations.

Easiest Way to Get It

Applying online through the official Malaysian eVisa portal is the fastest and most reliable way to secure entry.

Visa rules can change. Always verify with the official embassy.

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Discover Malaysia

Malaysia is a diverse Southeast Asian nation split into two regions: Peninsular Malaysia and East Malaysia (Borneo). It is celebrated for its blend of Malay, Chinese, and Indian cultures, modern metropolises like Kuala Lumpur, and some of the world's oldest rainforests.

Kuala Lumpur

The capital, famous for the iconic Petronas Twin Towers, colonial-era architecture, and vibrant street food scenes like Bukit Bintang.

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Best Time: December to April or June to August (Depending on the coast)

Currency: Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)

Daily Budget: $45-90/day

Safety & Scams

Generally safe for tourists; petty crime like snatch-theft can occur in Kuala Lumpur; use reputable taxi apps (Grab); exercise caution in coastal areas of eastern Sabah; respect local laws and Islamic customs; drink bottled or boiled water.

Getting Around

Kuala Lumpur has an excellent rail system (LRT/MRT); domestic flights (AirAsia) are cheap and extensive; intercity buses are comfortable and common; Grab is the dominant ride-hailing app; ferries connect islands like Langkawi.

Cultural Etiquette

Greetings involve a light handshake (Salam); always remove shoes before entering homes or places of worship; use your right hand for eating and giving/receiving objects; dress modestly when visiting religious sites.

Internet & Connectivity

Digital infrastructure is highly developed; high-speed 4G/5G is available across most of the peninsula and main cities in Borneo; free Wi-Fi is standard in malls and cafes; 5G deployment is rapid in Kuala Lumpur.

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