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Kuala Lumpur Visa Guide
Malaysia
DE Rantau Digital Nomad Visa
Duration
3-12 months
Cost
~$500 USD
Processing
2-4 weeks
How to Apply
- 1.Register at mdec.com.my/derantau
- 2.Create account and submit application
- 3.Upload all documents
- 4.Pay application fee (~$500 USD)
- 5.Wait 2-4 weeks for approval
- 6.Once approved, enter Malaysia within 90 days
- 7.Register with immigration within 30 days of arrival
Required Documents
- ✓Valid passport (all pages scanned)
- ✓Passport photo
- ✓Proof of income (tax returns, contracts, bank statements)
- ✓Employment letter or client contracts
- ✓Health insurance certificate
- ✓CV/Resume
Can I extend?
Yes — Up to 12 months additional. Apply for renewal before expiry. Show continued eligibility.
Tourist Visa / Visa on Arrival
Duration
30-90 days depending on nationality
Cost
Free - $20
Processing
On arrival or instant online
How to Apply
- 1.Check if your nationality needs visa in advance
- 2.If eligible, enter Malaysia and get stamp
- 3.Many nationalities get 90 days free
Required Documents
- ✓Valid passport
- ✓Return ticket
- ✓Proof of funds
By Nationality
🇺🇸United States
Recommended: DE Rantau Digital Nomad Visa
US passport gets 90 days free. DE Rantau for 12-month legal stay.
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Recommended: DE Rantau Digital Nomad Visa
UK passport 90 days free. DE Rantau for proper nomad visa.
🇪🇺European Union
Recommended: DE Rantau Digital Nomad Visa
Most EU 90 days free. DE Rantau for long stays.
🇦🇺Australia
Recommended: DE Rantau Digital Nomad Visa
AU passport 90 days. DE Rantau highly recommended.
🇸🇬Singapore
Recommended: No visa needed (90 days) or DE Rantau
SG passport 90 days visa-free. DE Rantau for 12-month stay.
🇨🇳China
Recommended: Tourist visa or DE Rantau
Chinese passport requires visa. DE Rantau works if you meet income requirement.
- ⚠️ May need letter of invitation