Malaysia Visa for Sri Lankan Citizens
Sri Lankan passport holders need an e-Visa for Malaysia — applied for online before travel.
Effective 15 November 2021, the MyVISA (eVISA) system is available to all nationalities that require a visa to enter Malaysia. Applications must be submitted from outside Malaysia, Singapore, Israel, and North Korea. The eVISA applies for social visit, employment-related, and other pass types. Official portal: malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my
esd.imi.gov.my ↗How Sri Lankan citizens apply for a Malaysia visa
- → Apply for the e-Visa online before travel and carry the approval.
- → Confirm the latest rules on the destination's official government page before you book.
Malaysia visa types
Single Entry Visa (Social Visit)
Issued to foreign nationals who require a visa to enter Malaysia for a social/tourist visit. One entry only.
Multiple Entry Visa (Social Visit) - Indian Nationals
Allows Indian nationals to make multiple visits to Malaysia for social/tourist purposes within the visa validity period.
Multiple Entry Visa (Social Visit) - Chinese (PRC) Nationals
Allows Chinese (PRC) nationals to make multiple visits to Malaysia for social/tourist purposes within the visa validity period.
Multiple Entry Visa (Business/Government Affairs)
Issued to foreign nationals requiring multiple visits to Malaysia for business, trade, or official government matters.
Transit Visa
Issued to foreign nationals passing through Malaysia en route to another destination who need to clear immigration.
Visa With Reference (VDR) - Social Visit
A visa requiring pre-approval from Immigration Department headquarters before issuance by a Malaysian Representative Office abroad; typically for nationals of restricted countries or spouses of Malaysian citizens seeking entry.
Malaysia visa for Sri Lanka citizens — FAQ
Do Sri Lankan citizens need a visa for Malaysia?
Sri Lankan passport holders need an e-Visa for Malaysia — applied for online before travel.
What documents do Sri Lankan citizens need for Malaysia?
A passport valid for at least six months, proof of onward travel and funds, and any documents required for the specific Malaysia visa category. Always confirm with the official source.
Related visa requirements
For Sri Lankan citizens