Malaysian visa for Myanmar citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Myanmar passport holders visiting Malaysia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Myanmar citizens to enter Malaysia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Malaysia e-visa for Myanmar citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Malaysia visa on arrival for Myanmar citizens | Not Available | |
Malaysia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Myanmar passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Malaysia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Malaysia.
If you are looking for Malaysia visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Myanmar, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Malaysia nearest your place of residence.
- Yangon: The Embassy of Malaysia in Yangon, Myanmar (Working hours: Close now. Open in 9 hours 2 minutes)
Malaysia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Malaysia diplomatic mission offices to Myanmar for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Myanmar traveling to Malaysia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Myanmar) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 19,847 | N/A |
| 2009 | 21,281 | 7.23% |
| 2010 | 22,119 | 3.94% |
| 2011 | 22,243 | 0.56% |
| 2012 | 22,530 | 1.29% |
| 2013 | 23,144 | 2.73% |
| 2014 | 24,693 | 6.69% |
| 2015 | 23,149 | -6.25% |
| 2016 | 24,081 | 4.03% |
| 2017 | 23,353 | -3.02% |
| 2018 | 23,249 | -0.45% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Malaysia & Myanmar comparison
Malaysia's area is approximately 328,550 km2 (126,853 sq mi), while the area of Myanmar is approximately 653,290 km2 (252,236 sq mi). This means Myanmar is 98.84% larger than Malaysia.
As of October 2025, Malaysia's population is ~34.5 million people - 21,762,740 fewer people than the population of Myanmar.
We have highlighted Malaysia & Myanmar’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Malaysia | Myanmar | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 34,469,788 | 56,232,528 | 21.8 million fewer people live in Malaysia than Myanmar |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 107 | 44 | Malaysia has 63 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Myanmar. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 133 | 18 | Malaysia passport holders can visit 115 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 126 | 43 | Malaysian hosts 83 more foreign missions than Myanmar. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Myanmar travel to Malaysia in one year?
The number of visitors from Myanmar visiting Malaysia in 2018 was approximately 23,249.
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