Russian visa for Malaysian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Malaysian passport holders visiting Russia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Malaysian citizens to enter Russia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Russia e-visa for Malaysian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Russia visa on arrival for Malaysian citizens | Not Available | |
Russia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Malaysian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Russia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Russia.
If you are looking for Russia visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Malaysia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Russia nearest your place of residence.
- Kuala Lumpur: The Embassy of Russia in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 57 minutes)
- Penang: The Consulate General of Russia in Penang, Malaysia (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 57 minutes)
Russia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Russia diplomatic mission offices to Malaysia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Malaysia traveling to Russia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Malaysia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 130,218 | N/A |
| 2009 | 117,365 | -9.87% |
| 2010 | 122,546 | 4.41% |
| 2011 | 137,126 | 11.90% |
| 2012 | 154,974 | 13.02% |
| 2013 | 169,356 | 9.28% |
| 2014 | 178,316 | 5.29% |
| 2015 | 185,510 | 4.03% |
| 2016 | 135,141 | -27.15% |
| 2017 | 134,145 | -0.74% |
| 2018 | 135,031 | 0.66% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Russia & Malaysia comparison
Russia's area is approximately 16,376,870 km2 (6,323,142 sq mi), while the area of Malaysia is approximately 328,550 km2 (126,853 sq mi). This means Malaysia is 49.85 times smaller than Russia.
As of November 2025, Russia's population is ~146.2 million people - 111,756,542 more people than the population of Malaysia.
We have highlighted Russia & Malaysia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Russia | Malaysia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 146,226,330 | 34,469,788 | 111.8 million more people live in Russia than Malaysia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 242 | 107 | Russia has 135 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Malaysia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 78 | 133 | Russia passport holders visit 55 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 242 | 126 | Russian hosts 116 more foreign missions than Malaysia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Malaysia travel to Russia in one year?
The number of visitors from Malaysia visiting Russia in 2018 was approximately 135,031.
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