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At a glance

Philippines passport holders: Visa-Free entry for Malaysia. No visa fee. Processing: On arrival / 3-7 working days (eVisa). Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

ASEAN member — VISA-FREE entry for Filipinos for 30 days as Tourist! eVisa for longer stays: MYR 200 (~USD 45 / PHP 2,745). Some Filipino student community + business travelers. Malaysia has Filipino OFW community (~30,000 — domestic workers in some areas, hospitality, electronics).

Visa types: Visa-free entry (Tourist 30 days, single entry, ASEAN); Tourist eVisa (Single 30 days, Multiple 90 days for longer stays); Social Visit Pass; Business eVisa; Employment Pass (skilled — popular for Filipino IT/manufacturing); Visit Pass for Temporary Employment (VPTE — Filipino DH/electronics workers, DMW-regulated); Student Pass; Long Term Social Visit Pass; Diplomatic.

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)Free (30-day Tourist visa-free)
In USDUSD 0
In PHPPHP 0
Minimum bank balanceUSD 100/day

Stay & validity

Validity: N/A. Max Stay: 30 days visa-free (single entry). Multi-entry eVisa for longer stays.

Extension possibleConditional

Overstay penalty: MYR 30/day fine (max MYR 30,000) + jail up to 5 years + entry ban

How to apply

MethodVisa-free at port of entry / eVisa portal / Malaysian Embassy Manila (direct mission)
Application centreVisa-Free
Processing timeOn arrival / 3-7 working days (eVisa)
AppointmentNo
InterviewNo
Urgent processingN/A

Requirements

Bank Statement Recommended Recommended (USD 100/day)
Return Ticket Yes
Hotel Booking Recommended
Sponsor Doc Conditional Conditional (Family/Work)
Invitation Letter Yes Yes (Work)
Vaccination Conditional Yellow Fever if from endemic area
Travel Insurance Recommended
Biometrics Yes Yes (Work)
Police Clearance Yes Yes (Work)
Employment Letter Yes Yes (Work)

Passport & photo

Passport validity6+ months
Photo size35 × 50 mm · White bg

Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months, 3 blank pages); For visa-free: return ticket + hotel + funds; For Work: FOMEMA medical (DMW-accredited centers Manila/Cebu) + employer's Calling Visa + Levy payment + Insurance + Security Bond; Police clearance (NBI); PSA Birth Certificate; PhilSys ID; OEC for OFWs.

Visa types (1)

Tourist ★
Visa-Free Free On arrival / 3-7 working days (eVisa)

ASEAN member — VISA-FREE entry for Filipinos for 30 days as Tourist! eVisa for longer stays: MYR 200 (~USD 45 / PHP 2,745). Some Filipino student community + business travelers. Malaysia has Filipino OFW community (~30,000 — domestic workers in some areas, hospitality, electronics).

Common rejection reasons

Common PH entry issues (LOW for visa-free): (1) Past Malaysia overstays heavily flagged; (2) Drug-corridor screening — Malaysia has death penalty for trafficking; (3) FOMEMA medical failure for Work; (4) Levy and insurance non-payment by employer; (5) Misuse of visa-free for work — KLIA airport scrutiny on Filipino arrivals; (6) Direct embassy in Manila makes process easier; (7) Sabah border crossings (Mindanao-Sabah) have specific screening; (8) Filipino claimant Sulu/Sabah historical sensitivity; (9) DMW certification + OEC required for OFW deployment.

Good to know

Malaysia visa FAQ for Philippines passport holders

Do I need a visa to visit Malaysia with a Philippines passport?
Philippines passport holders can visit Malaysia visa-free for short stays. Apply via Visa-free at port of entry / eVisa portal / Malaysian Embassy Manila (direct mission).
How much does a Malaysia visa cost for Philippines passport holders?
There is no visa fee for Malaysia. An arrival card, tourist tax or service charge may still apply.
How long does it take to get a Malaysia visa?
Typical processing for a Malaysia visa is On arrival / 3-7 working days (eVisa). Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.
How long can I stay in Malaysia on this visa?
A Malaysia visa for Philippines passport holders typically allows a stay of Validity: N/A. Max Stay: 30 days visa-free (single entry). Multi-entry eVisa for longer stays.. Extensions may be possible (Conditional).
How do I apply for a Malaysia visa from Philippines?
Apply for your Malaysia visa via Visa-free at port of entry / eVisa portal / Malaysian Embassy Manila (direct mission). Your passport should be valid 6+ months.