How to Apply for a Malaysia Tourist Visa from Bangladesh
Bangladeshi citizens must obtain a tourist visa before visiting Malaysia. There is no visa-on-arrival or visa-free entry for ordinary passport holders.
📌 Visa Types[edit | edit source]
- Single-Entry eVisa
- Valid for 30 days
- Must be used within 3 months of issuance
- Apply online or through an authorized agency
- Multiple-Entry Visa
- Valid for 3 to 12 months
- Each visit allows up to 30 days stay
- Must be applied in person via agency at the Malaysian High Commission
📝 Application Process[edit | edit source]
- Choose a method:
- Online through Malaysia’s eVisa system
- Through an authorized visa agency in Bangladesh (walk-ins not accepted at the embassy)
- Gather required documents (see below)
- Submit the application and pay visa + processing fees
- Wait 2–5 working days for processing
- Receive eVisa by email and print it out
📄 Required Documents[edit | edit source]
- Passport with 6 months validity and 3 blank pages
- Completed Visa Application Form (IM.47)
- Two passport-size photos (white background)
- Return air ticket
- Hotel booking or accommodation confirmation
- Bank statement (3–6 months) and bank solvency certificate (showing ability to cover travel costs)
- Supporting documents depending on status:
- Job/Student certificate
- Trade license or business proof
- Marriage or birth certificate (if traveling with family)
💰 Fees & Processing Time[edit | edit source]
- Approximate cost: BDT 5,000–6,000 (includes processing fee)
- Processing time: 2–5 working days
- Apply at least 2 weeks before travel to avoid delays
✈️ Before You Fly: MDAC[edit | edit source]
All foreign travelers must complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) online within 3 days before arrival. Print or keep a digital copy to present at immigration.
⚠️ Important Notes[edit | edit source]
- Visa approval does not guarantee entry—you may still be interviewed or denied entry if suspicious (e.g., fake bookings, lack of funds).
- Be honest and provide complete documentation.
- Immigration officers may request to see financial proof, accommodation, and return ticket at entry.
✅ Summary[edit | edit source]
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Prepare all required documents |
| 2 | Apply via official portal or authorized agency |
| 3 | Pay fees and wait for processing |
| 4 | Receive and print eVisa |
| 5 | Complete MDAC before travel |
| 6 | Present all documents at immigration on arrival |