What to prepare
- Passport for every traveller
- Flight or vessel number
- Address of the first accommodation
- Email address and phone number
- Baggage and customs information
How to complete MDAC for Malaysia
The original field name appears first, followed by its meaning and a practical completion tip.
Name
Enter the full name exactly as printed in the passport, preserving the spelling and order of every name.
Passport No.
Enter the passport number without spaces or additional symbols.
Nationality / Citizenship
Select the nationality stated in the passport used for this trip.
Date of Birth
Enter the date of birth in DD/MM/YYYY format.
Place of Birth
Select the place of birth that corresponds to the passport details.
Sex
Select the value that matches the passport.
Date of Passport Expiry
Enter the passport expiry date in DD/MM/YYYY format.
Email Address
Enter an active email address that you can access, as the MDAC confirmation may be sent there.
Confirm Email Address
Enter the same email address again without differences or extra spaces.
Country / Region Code
Select the international calling code for your mobile number.
Mobile No.
Enter the number without the separately selected country code, spaces or brackets unless the form indicates otherwise.
Date of Arrival
Enter the date in DD/MM/YYYY format. The form states that the trip must begin within 3 days, including the submission date.
Mode of Travel
Select the actual way in which you will cross the Malaysian border: air, sea or land transport.
Date of Departure
Enter the planned date of departure from Malaysia in DD/MM/YYYY format.
Last Port of Embarkation before Malaysia
Select the country or point from which you travel directly to Malaysia. After a connection, use the final airport, port or land checkpoint before Malaysia.
Flight / Vessel / Transportation No.
Enter the service on which you directly enter Malaysia. For a connecting itinerary, use the final flight into Malaysia.
Accommodation of Stay
Choose HOTEL/MOTEL/REST HOUSE for commercial accommodation, RESIDENCE OF FRIENDS/RELATIVES when staying with a host, or OTHERS for another arrangement.
Address (In Malaysia)
Enter the address of the first accommodation in Malaysia. The form requests alphanumeric characters only and provides two address lines.
State
Choose JOHOR, KEDAH, KELANTAN, MELAKA, NEGERI SEMBILAN, PAHANG, PULAU PINANG, PERAK, PERLIS, SELANGOR, TERENGGANU, SABAH, SARAWAK, WP KUALA LUMPUR, WP LABUAN or WP PUTRAJAYA according to the address. Use WP KUALA LUMPUR for Kuala Lumpur, PULAU PINANG for Penang and KEDAH for Langkawi.
City
After selecting the state, choose the city that matches the accommodation address.
Postcode
Enter the postcode for the Malaysian address. It is normally available in the booking confirmation or directly from the host.
After submission
Save the QR code, PDF or confirmation number on your phone. Check your name, passport number and arrival date.
Common mistakes
Wrong arrival flight number
Enter the final flight that arrives in your destination country, not the first flight in your itinerary.
Details do not match the passport
Copy names, document numbers and dates exactly as shown in the passport, using the required writing system.
Submitting outside the filing window
Check the permitted filing window for the destination and do not submit the form too early.
Using an intermediary website
Compare the portal address with the official link before entering your details, as third-party services may charge extra fees.
Questions and answers
Do tourists need the Malaysia arrival card?
For a standard tourist trip, complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card within 3 days before arrival. Use the official portal and save the confirmation on your phone.
When should the Malaysia arrival card be submitted?
The recommended filing window is within 3 days before arrival. Recheck the timing on the official portal before travel.
Does each child need a form?
Entry details are generally required for every traveller, including children. Check whether the official portal lets a parent add family members to one submission.
Should the confirmation be printed?
Save the QR code, PDF or reference number on your phone. Print it as well when the official instructions request a paper copy.
Can an error be corrected after submission?
Editing options depend on the portal. If no edit function is available, a new submission with correct details is usually required.