Certain categories like Singaporeans, long-term Malaysia pass holders, Brunei common identification certificates, and Thai border pass holders are not required to fill out the digital arrival card. (PHOTO: REUTERS/Lim Huey Teng) (REUTERS)

SINGAPORE — Commencing on 1 January 2024, most foreign travellers visiting Malaysia will need to complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC). The MDAC serves as an online pre-arrival form and must be filled out up to three days before arriving in Malaysia.

This implementation is part of the control and enforcement measures amid the country's Visa Liberalisation Plan, which is intended to attract foreign tourists and bolster its revenue.

Home Affairs Minister Saifuddin Nasution has nonetheless told Malaysian media at Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 1 on Tuesday (5 December) that the authorities will allow some flexibility for completing this digital card until 31 December.

Here are three points to note regarding the latest immigration requirement for travellers to Malaysia:

1. Who is required to complete the digital arrival card?

Singaporeans, Malaysia long-term pass holders, individuals with Brunei common identification certificates, and holders of Thai border passes do not need to fill out the MDAC.