2025 Malaysia Immigration and Travel Guide｜ One look at MDAC Entry Card, visa, exchange rate, and voltage
2025 Malaysia Digital Entry Card (MDAC)
All foreign travelers to Malaysia must fill in the Malaysian Digital Entry Card (MDAC) within 3 days before departure and ensure that the passport is valid for at least 6 months before entering the country.
- Go to MDAC official website
- Malaysia Entry Requirements Official Website
- For more information, please go to The official online system (SPO) of the Immigration Service of Malaysiaquery.
2025 Singapore Digital Entry Card (MyICA)
All foreign travelers to Singapore must download the MyICA Mobile App, the official app of the Singapore Customs Authority (ICA), and fill in the entry information in the app before departure. After completion, a QR code (QR Code) will be generated for easy use during immigration inspections.
Useful travel Information for Malaysia
Voltage and socket
The voltage in Malaysia is 220V and a three-pin columnar socket (British plug) is used. Passengers are advised to bring their own universal adapter plugs to avoid inconvenience.
Jet lag
The time zone of Malaysia is UTC+8, the same as that of China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, and there is no time difference. Other countries can check the following links.
Exchange rates and currencies
The currency unit of Malaysia is the Malaysian Ringgit (RM/MYR).
The main banknotes are: RM1, RM5, RM10, RM20, RM50, and RM100.
Before departure, you can exchange a small amount of cash in Taiwan as a backup, and then exchange it locally. The exchange rate is usually better.
There are many foreign exchange exchanges in the Bukit Bintang area of Kuala Lumpur, which is convenient and safe.
In addition, exchange offices can also be found in airports, railway stations and large shopping malls. Please remember to bring the original passport when redeeming.
It is recommended that three ways are the most convenient：
- International withdrawal (cross-border withdrawal)
- Cash exchange
- Use credit card to spend
Entry visa
Chinese, Hong Kong, and Taiwan passports can enter Malaysia visa-free for 30 days. Please confirm that your passport is valid for at least 6 months before departure. Other countries can check the following links.
Driving direction
Malaysia is the same as Hong Kong and Japan. It is a right-hand drive / left-hand drive. Passengers who rent a car or charter a car to drive by themselves need to pay special attention.
