Malaysia is the fastest-growing economic region in the world. Therefore, immigrants from different parts of the globe aspire to reside in Malaysia and get business class facilities in healthcare, education, and more.
In 2017, the government of Malaysia introduced the system of e-Visa to ease the application process. Indian citizens can apply for both visa types: eVisa (electronic visa) and eNTRI (electronic travel registration and information).
Indians are the only citizens who get the opportunity to get multiple entries on a single visa, while other nations are still only permitted single-entry visas.
What is a Malaysian eNTRI Visa for Indians?
The eNTRI stands for Electronic Travel Registration and Information, allowing Indians to travel to Malaysia for 15 days. It permits Indians to travel again after 15 days, but the citizen has to wait for three months, and it is valid to use within three months with a promised stay of 15 days in Malaysia. It is a single entry visa.
Obtaining an eNTRI visa is a simple process. It can be obtained by completing an online application and submitting a few personal details and a passport. The application for an eNTRI visa is processed in one business day and is valid for three months from the date of issue.
To apply for a new eNTRI visa, visitors have to wait for three months, and the date of this visa cannot be extended further.
Malaysia eVisa Medical
Malaysia eVisa Medical is valid for patients traveling to Malaysia for medical treatment, procedure, or services. Before applying for a medical visa, applicants must first take a medical appointment from MHTC (Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council). Applicants should also submit a hospital appointment letter to get the visa.
Under the Malaysia eVisa, medical patients can stay in the country for 30 days. However, foreign patients can only book appointments with a healthcare provider or a private hospital through an eVisa. eVisa holders are not provided access to public healthcare facilities.
Patients intending to travel to Malaysia on a medical eVisa should apply at least 14 days before the intended date of travel. With an eVisa, only a single person is granted access to Malaysia and is valid for three months from the issue date.
Difference between eVisa and eNTRI visa
Indians can apply for both visas, but to spot the difference, here are a few points to know about before making a choice:
With an eNTRI visa, applicants can stay for 15 days, while eVisa provides a stay for up to 30 days.
Validity for an eNTRI visa is three months, but eVisa is valid within 3 to 12 months for a multiple entry visa and three months for a single entry eVisa.
Visa processing for an eNTRI visa takes 1-2 days before application. Whereas eVisa requires 2-7 working days for processing the application. This processing time is valid for both single and multiple entry eVisa.
Any Indian, including the non-native Indians, can apply for an eNTRI visa. However, Indians residing in Singapore cannot apply for an eNTRI visa.
Requirements for Applying for a Malaysia Visa for Indians
If you have plans to travel to Malaysia for immigration or any other purpose, you need to complete the following requirements:
- Passport size photo
- The blank page of the passport
- Last page of Indian passport
- Valid Passport
Malaysia Types Of Visa
Single Entry Visa To Malaysia
A single Entry Visa is granted to foreign nationals who wish to enter the country to travel. With this visa, only one person is granted access to the country, and it is valid for up to three months from the date of issue.
Multiple Entry Visa To Malaysia (eVisa)
The Multiple Entry Visa to Malaysia is for visitors planning to enter the country for government or business purposes. This visa permits entry to multiple visitors and is valid for three to twelve months from the issue date. Upon entering, visitors can stay in the country for 30 days only, which cannot be extended further.
Transit Visa
A Transit visa is for travellers entering Malaysia on transit. If the travellers are not leaving the airport, they are not required to get a transit visa. This visa is valid only when the visitor stays in Malaysia for a short period. Some countries do not enjoy visa-free entry; therefore, a transit pass enables the visitors to stay for 120 hours when transiting through Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Transit Visa travellers must have an onward ticket. The passengers have to depart from Kuala Lumpur, and the flight should be either Air Asia or Malaysia Airlines.
Following countries are eligible for a free transit visa pass:
- Nepal
- Bhutan
- Myanmar
- CHINA
- Also, Bangladesh, Pakistan, India, and Sri Lankan Citizens are eligible for a free transit visa only if they are holders of a residence permit issued by Australia, China, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, Taiwan or the U.S.
Malaysia Visa upon Arrival
Visa on arrival is valid for the citizens of India and China who are arriving directly from Singapore, Indonesia, or Thailand. The nationals of these countries can be granted a stay of up to 7 days when they come from these countries.
Visitors can obtain visas from Kuala Lumpur-International, Johor Bahru, Kota Kinabalu, and Penang airports. The travellers have to provide their return tickets with proof of having 1000 USD with them to get visa-on-arrival. Visitors have to pay a fee of 407 Malaysian ringgit (100 USD) to get a visa on arrival.
Malaysian Work Visa
Malaysian Work visa is for professionals who have an employment opportunity in the country. This visa allows foreign nationals to work in Malaysia for a particular duration. All foreign nationals require a work permit to take employment legally in Malaysia.
