Malaysian visa for Vietnamese citizens
A visa is NOT required for Vietnamese passport holders visiting Malaysia for a short-term stay: 30 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Vietnamese citizens to enter Malaysia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 30 days |
| Evisa | Malaysia e-visa for Vietnamese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Malaysia visa on arrival for Vietnamese citizens | Not Available | |
Malaysia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Vietnamese 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 Vietnam, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Malaysia nearest your place of residence.
- Hanoi: The Embassy of Malaysia in Hanoi, Vietnam (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 29 minutes)
- Ho Chi Minh City: The Consulate General of Malaysia in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 29 minutes)
Malaysia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Malaysia diplomatic mission offices to Vietnam for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Vietnam traveling to Malaysia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Vietnam) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 247,485 | N/A |
| 2009 | 233,343 | -5.71% |
| 2010 | 240,414 | 3.03% |
| 2011 | 238,057 | -0.98% |
| 2012 | 230,986 | -2.97% |
| 2013 | 235,700 | 2.04% |
| 2014 | 285,716 | 21.22% |
| 2015 | 229,626 | -19.63% |
| 2016 | 216,877 | -5.55% |
| 2017 | 248,927 | 14.78% |
| 2018 | 375,578 | 50.88% |
| 2019 | 400,346 | 6.59% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Malaysia & Vietnam comparison
Malaysia's area is approximately 328,550 km2 (126,853 sq mi), while the area of Vietnam is approximately 310,070 km2 (119,718 sq mi). This means Vietnam is 5.96% smaller than Malaysia.
As of October 2025, Malaysia's population is ~34.5 million people - 67,297,696 fewer people than the population of Vietnam.
We have highlighted Malaysia & Vietnam’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Malaysia | Vietnam | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 34,469,788 | 101,767,484 | 67.3 million fewer people live in Malaysia than Vietnam |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 107 | 96 | Malaysia has 11 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Vietnam. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 133 | 21 | Malaysia passport holders can visit 112 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 126 | 107 | Malaysian hosts 19 more foreign missions than Vietnam. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Vietnam travel to Malaysia in one year?
The number of visitors from Vietnam visiting Malaysia in 2019 was approximately 400,346.
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